Master of Music (Music Pedagogy)
Website: https://twu.edu/music/graduate-programs/master-of-music-in-pedagogy/
The Master of Music with an emphasis in Music Pedagogy is for vocalists, pianists, and instrumentalists who are interested in refining their knowledge and skills for effective studio teaching in public or private settings. The curriculum focuses on teaching strategies, literature, and improving performance skills.
Marketable Skills
Marketable skills prepare students for success in a variety of professional settings. Developed through academic coursework, co-curricular engagement, and extracurricular involvement, these skills include communication, critical thinking, teamwork, ethical reasoning, adaptability, and digital literacy. Whether directly related to a student’s major or serving as complementary strengths, marketable skills enhance career readiness and reflect TWU’s commitment to producing graduates who are prepared to thrive in today’s dynamic workforce.
- Develop practical music teaching skills.
- Connect theory with professional practice.
- Integration and facilitation of research.
Admissions
All students must meet the University requirements as outlined in the Admission to the TWU Graduate School section of the catalog.
The academic program may have additional admission criteria that must also be completed as outlined on the program's website.
Degree Requirements
Total Semester Credit Hours Required
36 semester credit hours (SCH).
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Major Area | ||
| MU 5553 | Seminar in Music Literature I | 3 |
| MU 5563 | Seminar in Music Literature II | 3 |
| MU 5753 | Music Pedagogy I | 3 |
| MU 5763 | Music Pedagogy II | 3 |
| Other Studies in Music | ||
| MU 5423 | Research in Music (Recommended taken during first semester of enrollment.) | 3 |
| MU 5403 | Music Theory Pedagogy | 3 |
| MU 5933 | Styles in Music | 3 |
| or MU 5453 | Women in Music | |
| Performance | 9 | |
| Select 9 SCH from the following | ||
| Woodwinds | ||
| Woodwinds | ||
| Brass | ||
| Brass | ||
| Piano | ||
| Piano | ||
| Strings | ||
| Strings | ||
| Voice | ||
| Voice | ||
| Percussion | ||
| Percussion | ||
| Guitar | ||
| Guitar | ||
| Wind Symphony | ||
| Jazz Ensemble | ||
| Chamber Music | ||
| Opera Ensemble | ||
| Concert Choir | ||
| Chamber Singers | ||
| Electives | ||
| Select any 6 SCH | 6 | |
MU 5221 recommended taken every semester by those who are interested in Supervised Teaching Experience. | ||
| Total SCHs | 36 | |
Special requirement
A grade of A or B for courses to be counted toward the degree.
Final Examination
An oral examination will include a comprehensive review of the major area of emphasis and the culminating project. The result of the exam will be reported as:
- pass,
- not pass, or
- deferral (exam may only be repeated once).
A solo recital or lecture-recital will satisfy the recital requirement. Voice pedagogy students take a placement exam in sight-reading and keyboard proficiency and are expected to be proficient in German, French, and Italian diction.
