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Introduction to the Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance

The Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance at the Frost School of Music is designed for accomplished, experienced performers seeking to deepen and expand their musical understanding and abilities. The program aims to prepare students for careers in concert halls, opera houses, or as voice teachers or stage directors.

Goals and Opportunities

Students in the program work to develop and maintain an efficient vocal technique and compelling artistry through study with a voice faculty comprising established master teachers and performers. The curriculum includes private voice lessons, vocal coaching, lyric diction, and language study, as well as music theory, music history and literature, opera literature, art song repertoire, and vocal pedagogy.

• Private voice lessons
• Vocal coaching
• Lyric diction
• Language study
• Music theory
• Music history and literature
• Opera literature
• Art song repertoire
• Vocal pedagogy

Performance Opportunities

Students gain essential stage skills and experience through participation in Frost Opera Theater, which complements and builds on their work in the voice studio. Many voice students work professionally as members of Seraphic Fire, Florida Grand Opera chorus, and as singers with various performing organizations throughout South Florida.

• Frost Opera Theater
• Seraphic Fire
• Florida Grand Opera chorus
• Other performing organizations in South Florida

Masterclasses and Guest Artists

Masterclasses with renowned artists are regularly scheduled, providing students with opportunities to learn from and interact with industry professionals. Recent guest artists have included Renee Fleming, Christine Goerke, Julia Faulkner, Kevin Short, Susan Ashbaker, and Curtis Rayam.

• Renee Fleming
• Christine Goerke
• Julia Faulkner
• Kevin Short
• Susan Ashbaker
• Curtis Rayam

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the program have gone on to successful careers in opera, oratorio, professional choral organizations, musical theater, and recital stages, as well as teaching positions in colleges and universities across the country.

• Opera
• Oratorio
• Professional choral organizations
• Musical theater
• Recital stages
• Teaching positions in colleges and universities

Conclusion

The Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance at the Frost School of Music offers a comprehensive and rigorous program for advanced vocal students. With its emphasis on private voice lessons, vocal coaching, and performance opportunities, the program is designed to prepare students for successful careers in the music industry.