Doctor's degrees in Music Theory and Composition: A program that focuses on the study of the principles of sound manipulation as applied to the creation of music, and the techniques of creating and arranging music. Includes instruction in aural theory, melody, counterpoint, complex harmony, modulation, chromatics, improvisation, progressions, musical writing, instrumentation, orchestration, electronic and computer applications, studies of specific musical styles, and development of original creative ability.
Overview of Program Through advanced theoretical studies, the graduate student acquires an artistic knowledge of the materials and workings of Western music. Scholarly research is supported by a nurturing faculty and ample resources from the University‘s Gumberg Library as well as other major libraries in the city. Courses in advanced analytical techniques culminate in the authoring of a thesis devoted to the theoretical aspects of a major composer‘s...
The Boston University Online Doctor of Musical Arts in Music Education (MusAD) combines a time-honored curriculum with cutting-edge technology to make this valuable credential available to leading music educators around the world.
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