New York University Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development 45 courses 128 total credits
The Bachelor of Music degree program in Instrumental Performance provides students with the opportunity for intensive study with internationally acclaimed performers and teachers. Private instruction is combined with studies in music theory and history, chamber music, and performance practices. Students participate in myriad performance opportunities, including solo repertoire study and intensive training in chamber, new music, and orchestral repertoire. Students may perform in symphony and repertory orchestras, fully staged music theatre and opera productions, string and wind chamber groups, percussion ensembles, contemporary music ensembles, and jazz ensembles. In addition, master classes with renowned faculty and visiting artists provide opportunities for performance, interaction, and learning. Students may also take music business courses that enable them to obtain internships in the music industry, a music technology sequence, an introduction to music therapy, and other options. New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU. For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply.
| Writing Proficiency Examination | credits |
| Recital | credits |
| Recital (1 credit in junior and 1 credit in senior year) | 2 credits |
| Required Instrumental Performance Specialization Courses | credits |
| Chamber Ensemble and Participation in Orchestra | 12-16 credits |
| Applied Major Lessons (3 credits/semester for 8 semesters) | 24 credits |
| Departmental Specialization by Advisement | 8 credits |
| Unrestricted Electives (by advisement) | 24-28 credits |
Liberal Arts Requirements
Expository Writing
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EXPOS-UA 1 | Writing as Inquiry | 4 |
| ACE-UE 110 | Advanced Writing and Research | 4 |
Liberal Arts Requirements
Music History
Liberal Arts Requirements
6 credits from any of the following courses:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1195 or MPATC-UE 1196 | Songwriting History and Criticism: 14 Songs I or Songwriting History and Criticism: 14 Songs II | 2 |
| MPATC-UE 1500 | Film Music: Historical Aesthetics/Perspectives | 2 |
| MPAJZ-UE 1602 | Chicago Blues | 1 |
| MPAJZ-UE 1603 | Music in World Cultures: Balkan Music | 1 |
| MPAJZ-UE 1604 | Afro-Cuban Music | 1 |
| MPAJZ-UE 1607 | New Orleans & the Jazz Experience | 1 |
| MPAJZ-UE 1608 | Miles Davis Aesthetic | 1 |
| MPAJZ-UE 1610 | Brazilian Music | 1 |
| Total Liberal Arts Requirements | 6 credits | |
Required Music Courses
Required Music Courses
Required Music Specialization Courses
Required Music Courses
Additional Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAHS-UE 1 | New Student Seminar | 0 |
Liberal Arts Requirements
Expository Writing
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EXPOS-UA 1 | Writing as Inquiry | 4 |
| ACE-UE 110 | Advanced Writing and Research | 4 |
Liberal Arts Requirements
Select eight credits from the following by advisement:
Liberal Arts Requirements
Additional Requirements
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SAHS-UE 1 | New Student Seminar | 0 |
Specialization Requirements
Theory & Practice I
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1301 | Theory & Practice I: Global Approaches to Music | 2 |
Specialization Requirements
Theory & Practice II
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1311 | Theory & Practice II: Tonal Harmony & Voice Leading | 2 |
Specialization Requirements
Select two of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1331 | Advanced Theory & Practice: Chromatic Harmony & Form | 2 |
| MPATC-UE 1333 | Advanced Theory & Practice: Non-Western Music | 2 |
| MPATC-UE 1334 | Advanced Theory & Practice: Counterpoint in the Digital Age | 2 |
| MPATC-UE 1332 | Advanced Theory & Practice: 20th and 21st Century Music | 2 |
| Total Specialization Requirements | 4 credits | |
Specialization Requirements
Aural Skills I
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1302 | Aural Skills I: Global Approaches to Music | 1 |
Specialization Requirements
Aural Skills II
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1321 | Aural Skills II: Tonal Harmony & Voice Leading | 1 |
Specialization Requirements
Select two of the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPATC-UE 1341 | Advanced Aural Skills: Chromatic Harmony | 1 |
| MPATC-UE 1342 | Advanced Aural Skills: 20th and 21st Century | 1 |
| MPATC-UE 1343 | Advanced Aural Skills: Sight-Singing | 1 |
| MPATC-UE 1344 | Advanced Aural Skills: Popular Music Transcription | 1 |
| Total Specialization Requirements | 2 credits | |
Specialization Requirements
Keyboard Skills
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MPAPE-UE 72 | Keyboard Skills I | 1 |
| MPAPE-UE 73 | Keyboard Skills II | 1 |
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