Master of Music Performance at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University offers the Master of Music Performance as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Boone , United States of America. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for music performance and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on August 21, 2027.

About Master of Music Performance

Reach for – and achieve – the highest notes.

Hone your craft and expand your artistry with a Master of Music in Music Performance from App State. Performers in this program have the opportunity to develop a high level of musicianship, superior artistry and a strong commitment to the art of performance.

You will graduate with the technical ability required for professional-level performance of vocal or instrumental music, as well as an interpretive understanding of the appropriate body of repertoire needed to grow as a scholar or teacher. You can choose from one of 23 concentrations in areas related to your instrument, theory/composition or conducting.

Disciplines

Arts and Culture

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of Music Performance at Appalachian State University

Entry Requirements

Submit your graduate application online.
Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
Provide names of three references.
Upload your current resume or vita.
Submit official scores from the appropriate standardized test (GRE, GMAT, MAT). Test waivers may be available for certain programs.
Submit unofficial transcript(s) from all colleges or universities from which you earned a degree, or that you have attended within the past five years. Transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES accredited evaluation service(link is external).
Provide proof of English proficiency.

English Requirements

IELTSMin 6.5
TOEFLMin 79

Career Opportunities after Completing Master of Music Performance

Where can an App State degree take you? Anywhere you want to go!

Careers

Professor
Teacher/Music Director
Band Director
Choral Director
Principal
Organist
Music Coordinator
Minister of Music
Executive Director of Curriculum
Artistic and Executive Director
Supervisor Arts Education
Fine Arts Coordinator
Freelance musician

Employers

Public and private schools
Two-year and four-year colleges and universities
NC Medical Society Alliance
Fresh Air Music
Svec Music Studio
Tennessee Baptist Convention
Individual churches and church denominations
Music supply companies
U.S. Army
Center for Faith and the Arts
Chicago Symphony Orchestra

Career information resource

App State's Career Development Center
Services provided by the Career Development Center include resume reviews, career coaching, job and internship search assistance, and other tools for you to achieve life and professional success.

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of Music Performance at Appalachian State University

Application Fee 65

How to Apply for Master of Music Performance at Appalachian State University

If you have previously started or submitted an application to the Graduate School at Appalachian, select "Log in" under Returning users and login using the same email address as before, then select Start New Application.

To start a new application to the Graduate School, select "Create an account" under First-time users if you have never had an account with us before and follow the instructions.

Master of Music Performance at Appalachian State University

Appalachian State University

United States of America, Boone