Conservatory of Music, Theater and Dance

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

 

MASTER OF MUSIC MAJOR IN MUSIC EDUCATION

The program focuses on developing a vision of music education for the future. Designed for students pursuing Master of Music in Music Education, the program provides an overview of music education's cultural and historical context necessary for the practical application of philosophical and aesthetic principles through the National Standards for Music.


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Provide service to the educational community throughout the region through Performance of recital, Presentation of lecture/demonstrations, and Assistance as adjudicators, clinicians, and conductors for district, and regional music festivals and in-service conferences.
    • • Develop an informed and inquiring mind that enables them to engage with fundamental issues of art, music, entrepreneurship and become effective cultural leaders in society.
    • • Serve the Liceo de Cagayan University, the region, the nation and the world as an internationally recognized institution and as a center of excellence in music producers and in the academe.
    • • Engage in a diverse university population in experiences that foster life-long learning and a greater understanding of music.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate an understanding of literature, methodology, and administration of a school choral or instrumental program and confidently organize, supervise and develop academic based music programs; Organize musical performances and ensembles with pedagogical skills;
    • • Demonstrate proficiency in teaching skills including classroom management, rehearsal techniques, creating assessments for instruction to various ages and skill levels, and the ability to diagnose and correct technical faults and competently guide student learning of music under K to 12 Curriculum as well as in college level classroom teaching.
    • • Demonstrate proficiency in performing music on a primary instrument or voice from a broad historical and stylistic range of solo and ensemble repertoire with technique, accuracy, expressivity, stage presence, and creativity.
    • • Advanced level of understanding of Philippines, Asian, and World Music in relation to their cultural and social context.
    • • Show deep consciousness of current trends and issues in music education and how they affect learning and development of pedagogical skills in music and develop an independent study through research to address problems and issues in the field of music.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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MASTER OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE MAJOR IN VOICE/PIANO

Master of Music in Performance provides graduate students with the opportunity to further advance their knowledge in music theory, music analysis, music literature, and skills in piano or vocal performance. Students are given one-on-one sessions with high-profile music professors. The program culminates with a public recital that features a variety of musical pieces. 


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Provide service to the educational community throughout the region through Performance of recital, Presentation of lecture/demonstrations, and Assistance as adjudicators, clinicians, and conductors for district, and regional music festivals and in-service conferences.
    • • Develop an informed and inquiring mind that enables them to engage with fundamental issues of art, music, entrepreneurship and become effective cultural leaders in society.
    • • Serve the Liceo de Cagayan University, the region, the nation and the world as an internationally recognized institution and as a center of excellence in music producers and in the academe.
    • • Engage in a diverse university population in experiences that foster life-long learning and a greater understanding of music.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate an understanding of literature, methodology, and administration of a school choral or instrumental program and confidently organize, supervise and develop academic based music programs; Organize musical performances and ensembles with pedagogical skills;
    • • Demonstrate proficiency in teaching skills including classroom management, rehearsal techniques, creating assessments for instruction to various ages and skill levels, and the ability to diagnose and correct technical faults and competently guide student learning of music under K to 12 Curriculum as well as in college level classroom teaching.
    • • Demonstrate proficiency in performing music on a primary instrument or voice from a broad historical and stylistic range of solo and ensemble repertoire with technique, accuracy, expressivity, stage presence, and creativity.
    • • Advanced level of understanding of Philippines, Asian, and World Music in relation to their cultural and social context.
    • • Show deep consciousness of current trends and issues in music education and how they affect learning and development of pedagogical skills in music and develop an independent study through research to address problems and issues in the field of music.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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