With a focus on enhancing ensemble playing, musical artistry and technical mastery, the MM in Chamber Music offers pre-formed string quartets the opportunity for intensive study of some of the greatest music ever written. Graduate assistantships are available.
The music theory and composition area features a student-centered approach to academic coursework in all undergraduate and graduate music programs. Degrees are available the bachelor's, master's and doctoral level.
Concentrations are available in choral, orchestral and wind band conducting. Students studying conducting at Kent State will receive significant time on the podium and mentorship from faculty.
Kent State is one of only 27 schools of music in the U.S. offering a Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology. The division also offers the World Music minor to undergraduate students as well as ensembles dedicated to the study of African and Asian music.
Kent State University's Jazz Studies Program has quickly garnered wide-spread attention for its unique curriculum, world-class faculty and incredible performance opportunities.
Kent State is one of only two public universities in Ohio to offer the Bachelors through Ph.D. in Music Education. As part of the program of study, students receive intensive instruction in music theory, music history, ethnomusicology, applied study and education. The program boasts alumni in P-12 and university positions throughout the world.
Kent State's percussion studies program, led by Dr. Matthew Holm, offers comprehensive training for educators and performers to pursue their careers or advanced study.
Kent State offers bachelor's and master's programs in piano, including the recently developed collaborative piano concentration for those pursuing graduate study. We are also an All-Steinway School.
Whether you're interested in performance or education, Kent State's string area offers comprehensive and intensive training to achieve your professional and personal goals. Offering both bachelor's and master's degree programs.
Equal parts knowledgeable, healthy voice instruction; solid, interesting course offerings and unique, exciting performance opportunities make a reputable, solid voice program. Degrees at the bachelor's and master's levels.
At Kent State, students study flute, oboe, clarinet and bassoon with a dedicated artist-teacher who specializes in their instrument. Degrees are offered at the bachelor's and master's levels.
