Master of Music in Performance - (Conducting) Wind, Orchestral and Choral emphasis

University of Victoria - Kaplan

Our performance program blends hands-on experience and experiential education in a collaborative environment. It also serves as a gateway to a professional life in music and as an academic pathway to further specialized research at the DMA/PhD level.Specifically, the Conducting program is designed to offer conductors advanced experience developing and increasing professional knowledge and practical skills through innovative, forward-thinking learning opportunities to create positive outcomes for students, educators and communities.Course experiences are targeted towards developing further knowledge and practical skills in conducting techniques, repertoire, rehearsal strategies and approaches, leadership and communication, student learning and engagement through lessons, small and large ensemble conducting.OutcomesStudents in this program will:demonstrate advanced conducting techniques and rehearsal strategies through effective communication skills to lead, direct and conduct instrumental and choral ensemblesanalyze and interpret musical scores for use in practical musical settings demonstrating a thorough knowledge of core repertoireexamine conducting approaches and musical expression through individual lessons, small and large ensemble conducting and scholarly researchapply advanced musical knowledge, artistry and interpretation gained through scholarly research and practical experiencesuse advanced performance diagnostic and analytical listening skills in practical musical settingsreflect and respond to feedback at a high levelThe UVic School of Music offers a two-year experience to prepare students for the professional realm of performance, administration, and research. All students receive exceptional training and custom-tailored projects and performance opportunities to support their ideas and goals.Our programs guide students to achieve a foothold in professional positions in and around Victoria and the Pacific Northwest, from work in artist collectives and media groups to music technology development and arts administration.For a hint at the success of our graduates and their entrepreneurial spirit as performers, organizers, administrators, and scholars, see our community connections and alumni profiles.