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2021-2022 Graduate Catalog 
    
2021-2022 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Church Music, Voice Applied Emphasis (M.M.)*


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*Admission to this program is temporarily suspended.  The program has not been terminated, but no applications are being accepted at this time.

The Master of Music in Church Music curriculum is designed for the professional church musician who wishes to extend his or her knowledge and skills in the field.

Program Outcomes

Students completing the Master of Music in Church Music degree will be able to:

  • demonstrate musicianship in solo performance;
  • demonstrate knowledge of repertoire for liturgical settings;
  • demonstrate the ability to lead a rehearsal or music component of a church service;
  • demonstrate knowledge of music theory and music history; and
  • demonstrate the ability to research and write.

Degree Requirements

The degree requirement is 30 credit hours and an overall grade point average of 3.0.

Course and Credit Requirements


Elective Courses


Select 8 credits from the following courses:

  • APMC 501 Applied Composition
  • Maximum of three credits from Graduate Church Music Institute
  • MUEN Ensemble
  • Other electives individually approved by advisor
    (maximum of four credit hours of ensemble may be applied toward degree requirements)

Total: 30 credits


*Minimum grade of “C” required.

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