The EKU School of Music engages graduate students in a variety of learning opportunities, providing a contextual understanding of the historical, stylistic, and theoretical aspects of music. Students will leave with the artistic, technical, and collaborative skills to create, perform, and teach a variety of music. The National Association of Schools of Music, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education accredit our music degrees.
Our primary functions are to prepare music specialists for service in the public schools, to prepare students for careers in private studio teaching, concert performance, professional ensemble performance, teaching in colleges and universities, and other aspects of professional musicianship including the music industry.
Degree Programs Offered
The School of Music offers three concentration options in the Master of Music program which include:
- Performance
- Conducting
- Music Education (including 100% fully online option – Get more information on our Online Graduate Studies page.)
To apply for any of our graduate programs, visit the Graduate School website.
Graduate Assistantships
A limited number of assistantships are available to qualified candidates. To apply for an assistantship, applicants must be admitted to a concentration program within the School of Music. In addition, students should return the application posted here and accompanying materials by February 15th to:
Dr. Nathan Jasinski, Graduate Coordinator
EKU School of Music – Foster 101
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
Nathan.Jasinski@eku.edu
859-622-1351
Core Courses For All Degree Concentrations
MUS 887 | Analytical Techniques | 3 credits |
MUS 873 | Music in Society | 3 credits |
MUS 898 | Research in Music | 3 credits |
MUS 896 MUS 897 MUS 899 |
Recital* Thesis* Special Project* |
3 credits |
GRD 857 | Comprehensive Exams | 0 credits |
MUS xxx | Advisor Approved Electives | 6 credits |
*as specified by the selected degree option.
Concentration in Conducting
MUS 844 | Conducting Lessons | 4 credits |
MUS 756 | Choral Music Literature | 2 credits |
MUS 757 | Symphonic and Wind Band Literature | 2 credits |
MUS 881 | Seminar in Choral Conducting | 1 credit |
MUS 882 | Seminar in Instrumental Conducting | 1 credit |
MUS 701 | Music Leadership | 2 credits |
Concentration in Music Education
MUS 878 | Foundations of Music | 3 credits |
MUS 885 | Psychology of Music | 3 credits |
MUE 702 | Technology for Music Teaching & Learning | 2 credits |
MUS 803 | Learning and Behavior Modification in Music | 2 credits |
MUS 802 | Assessment in Music | 2 credits |
Concentration in Music Performance
MUS 8xx | Applied Lessons | 4 credits |
MUS 8xx | Ensembles | 2 credits |
MUS 750 | Teaching Techniques | 1 credit |
MUS 751 | Performance Literature | 2 credits |
MUS 756 or 757 | Choral or Symph. and Wind Band Literature | 2 credits |
MUS 701 | Music Leadership | 2 credits |