Mansfield University Home PageThe Master of Arts in Instrumental Conducting Degree provides students with the skills they will need to successfully lead any instrumental ensemble.
Mansfield's combination of outstanding faculty, numerous performance opportunities, scenic and beautiful location, and outstanding performing ensembles make it the perfect place to become an outstanding instrumental conductor!
What is unique about our program is that we limit the number of full-time student candidates to just two per academic year. This is done to insure that each of our candidates receives ample time on the podium to put into practice all that they study and learn. Graduate Students in the Instrumental Conducting program conduct the university's top wind and percussion ensemble and have numerous opportunities to conduct chamber and string ensembles through their course of study. Often, conducting candidates are able to participate in recording projects, tour concerts, special events like our Annual Conducting Symposium and more.
Auditions for the Master of Arts in Instrumental Conducting are required. Audition requirements are available here. All questions regarding the Instrumental Conducting program should be directed to Dr. Adam F. Brennan at abrennan@mansfield.edu or call (570) -662-4735.
Program Description
The Master of Arts in Music Degree with an Emphasis in Instrumental Conducting is designed to attract highly motivated instrumental conductors who desire to further their education and professional careers through intensive study.
The program provides masters degree candidates with experiences directly related to careers as instrumental conductors in the fields of music education and professional ensemble performance.
Candidates who complete this field of study may resume teaching careers or continue further towards doctoral work at other institutions. Candidates explore a wide variety of instrumental literature.
The degree requirements can be completed with a one-year residency and some study in the summer. Residency is required for the full-time student. Graduate Assistantships are available for both full and part-time students.
Qualifications and Application
Mansfield University is looking for graduate students who are dynamic, self-directed, musically gifted, and eager to learn and experience all aspects of a music program. Potential graduate students should have a minimum of two years of professional experience (some exceptions may be granted depending on the candidates experience and ability) and possess an undergraduate degree in the field of music from an NASM accredited institution with a minimum 3.0 grade point average. All candidates must be accepted to the Music Department through audition and must also be accepted to Mansfield University.
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