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Professional MA in Music
As a PMA student, you receive well-rounded training that balances music performance and scholarship with the elements of professional management. Your curriculum explores music in interdisciplinary, cultural, and intellectual contexts that you will integrate with the following sub-specializations:
You’ll receive mentoring and instruction from a faculty of highly trained performers and scholars, along with an interdisciplinary bridge to programs at CGU’s Center for Information Systems & Technology and Drucker School of Management. Upon earning your master’s degree, you will possess knowledge and skills essential for management and leadership positions in the world of professional music.
36 units
required units
Professional MA in Music
degree awarded
In Person
modality
Spring, Fall
program start
2 years | full time*
estimated completion time
In addition to the core curriculum, this concentration covers Introduction to Literary Theory, English electives, Music elective, a master’s thesis, and an internship.
In addition to the core curriculum, this concentration explores the Human Component of Organizations, Operations Management and Control, Music elective, a master’s thesis, and an internship.
In addition to the core curriculum, this concentration requires Computer Applications in Music for Teaching and Research, Data Base Concepts, Data Base Systems Planning, a master’s thesis, and an internship.
Berklee College of Music
Associate Professor of Voice
Lee Strasberg Theater and Film Institute
Musical Theater Teacher
The Master's College
Professor
Arcadia High School
Music Director, Department of Theater
St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church of Rolling Hills Estates
Director of Music Ministries
California Baptist University
Assistant Professor of Music/Director of Bands
USC's Thornton School of Music
Adjunct Professor, Pop Voice
Claremont School of Theology
Accompanist
Orange County High School of the Arts
Teacher, Ballet Pianist
Professor of Music
Fred W. Smith and Grace Hobson Smith Chair in Music
Chair, Department of Music
Research Interests
Harpsichord, Historical performance practices, Baroque music
Professor of Music
Helen M. Smith Chair in Music
Research Interests
Composition, Conducting, American film music, 20th- and 21st-Century music, American composers
Assistant Professor of Practice
Research Interests
Piano, Fortepiano, 18th & 19th-century performance practices, 20th century atonal piano compositions, digital keyboard laboratory, the board of directors of Los Angeles Master Chorale: Education Committee and Gala Host Committee
Qualifying Examinations
All music students are required to take written and oral qualifying examinations at regularly scheduled, posted times during the academic year.
Participation and Attendance
All students are encouraged to take part in the performance groups of the Claremont Colleges.
Language and Research Tool Requirements
You can satisfy the research tools requirement by qualifying in:
You can fulfill the language tool requirement by demonstrating competency at translating an approved language into English.
Recitals and Projects
All recitals and projects must be approved by the Music Department.
Capstone Project
For those who write music, the culmination of their CGU music education is the opportunity to present an original composition. Though there is no strictly prescribed form, in most cases, work will involve orchestra or large ensemble (soloists, choral forces, or electronics as additional components are possibilities). Whether you write and perform a symphony or concerto, it’s the best way to test and establish your musical vision.
This program is no longer accepting applications.
Program | 36 units |
Tuition per unit* | $2,020 |
*Based on 2024-2025 tuition rates.
$245 Student Fee |
$150 Technology Fee |
International Student Services Fee*: $661 fall semester, $776 spring semester **Applies to all international students (F-1 visa only) who are registered in coursework, doctoral study, or continuous registration. The fee is assessed each fall and spring semester for annual ISO accident and sickness plans and administrative fees. Subject to change. |
For estimates of room & board, books, etc., please download CGU’s Cost of Attendance 2024-2025.