Program Overview

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Introduction to the Maîtrise čs arts Musique Program

The School of Music offers the degrees of Master of Music (M.Mus.) and Master of Arts (M.A.) in Music. Students can concentrate on performance (M.Mus.), composition (M.Mus.), or music research (M.A.).

Program Overview

The M.Mus. is offered in piano, collaborative piano, orchestral conducting, voice, orchestral instruments, and guitar. The School of Music also participates in interdisciplinary programs in Women's Studies and Medieval and Renaissance Studies at the master's level (M.A. only). Additionally, the School offers two graduate diplomas: one in piano pedagogy research and the other in performance.

Program Structure

The summer term (May to August) of the first year of study for this program is considered a scheduled break by the University. Students must resume their studies as of September. The programs are governed by the academic regulations in effect for graduate studies.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must hold one of the following degrees:

• Bachelor of Music
• Specialized Bachelor of Music
• Four-year Bachelor's degree with a major in Music
• Any other diploma or certificate deemed equivalent

The minimum average required for admission is 75% (B+). If the degree is from a conservatory, it is considered equivalent if indicated on the transcript or if the coursework is equivalent to a four-year Bachelor's degree, including the equivalent of 6 credits in music history and 6 credits in music theory. Furthermore, performing applicants must pass an audition; applicants to the musicology or theory option must submit a portfolio of written work in the area of music history, analysis, or theory, depending on the option chosen (Musicology or Theory). Applicants may be required to pass placement tests in music history, theory, or solfege. Those who do not achieve satisfactory results must remedy their deficiencies during the first year of the program.

Maîtrise avec Mémoire

The requirements for this program have been modified. Previous requirements can be consulted in the catalogs.

Applicants to the M.A. with a thesis must complete 24 credits of coursework, including 3 credits of required coursework, 15 credits of elective coursework, and write a thesis equivalent to 6 credits.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
MUS 5901	Proséminaire en théorie et analyse musicales	3
MUS 5903	Proséminaire en musicologie	3
MUS 5904	Méthodes de recherche en pédagogie musicale	3
MUS 6099	Mémoire	6

Maîtrise avec Thčse

Applicants to the M.A. with a thesis must complete 15 credits of coursework and prepare and write a thesis.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
MUS 5901	Proséminaire en théorie et analyse musicales	3
MUS 5903	Proséminaire en musicologie	3
MUS 5904	Méthodes de recherche en pédagogie musicale	3
MUS 7902	Proposition de thčse	3
THM 7999	Thčse de maîtrise	6

Maîtrise Option Cours

Applicants to the M.A. with coursework must complete 21 credits of coursework, including 3 credits of required coursework and 18 credits of elective coursework.

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
MUS 5901	Proséminaire en théorie et analyse musicales	3
MUS 5903	Proséminaire en musicologie	3
MUS 5904	Méthodes de recherche en pédagogie musicale	3

Program Duration

It is expected that full-time students will complete all requirements within a period of two years. The maximum time allowed is four years from the initial date of enrollment in the program.

Minimum Requirements

The passing grade in all courses is C+. Students who fail two courses (equivalent to 6 credits) must withdraw from the program.

Research at the University of Ottawa

Located in the heart of Canada's capital, just a few steps from Parliament Hill, the University of Ottawa is among the top 10 research universities in Canada. Our research is based on excellence, relevance, and impact, and is conducted in a spirit of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Our research community is developing around four strategic axes:

• Creating a sustainable environment
• Promoting just societies
• Shaping the digital world
• Fostering health and well-being throughout life

Whether it's advancing healthcare solutions or addressing global challenges like climate change, University of Ottawa researchers are at the forefront of innovation and making significant contributions to society and beyond.

Research at the Faculty of Arts

The Faculty of Arts is proud of the cutting-edge research being conducted by its professors. To better showcase this research to the university community and the general public, the Faculty has created three types of research outreach activities: the Dean's Lecture Series, Treasures of the Library, and Encounters with Excellence.

Research Facilities, Centers, and Institutes at the Faculty of Arts

• The Institute of Canadian and Aboriginal Studies
• The Institute of Indigenous Research and Studies
• The Institute of Science, Society and Policy
• The Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute (OLBI)
• The Morisset Library

For more information, please consult the list of faculty members and their research areas on Uniweb.

The courses listed below are not necessarily offered every year. For more information, please consult the Department.

MUS 5900 Initiation ŕ la recherche musicale / Introduction to Musical Research (3 credits / 3 units)

Fundamental research tools for performers and academics: thematic catalogs, works lists, databases, bibliographic tools, academic writing skills, and scholarly outlets.

MUS 5901 Proséminaire en théorie et analyse musicales / Proseminar in Music Theory and Analysis (3 credits / 3 units)

Survey of different contemporary research methodologies, models, and practices in relation to music theory and analysis.

MUS 5902 Stage / Practicum (3 credits / 3 units)

A supervised practicum designed to allow students to put their knowledge and developing expertise to work.

MUS 5903 Proséminaire en musicologie / Proseminar in Musicology (3 credits / 3 units)

Survey of different current research methodologies in musicology, including historical musicology, genre studies, critical theory, performance studies, and media studies.

MUS 5904 Méthodes de recherche en pédagogie musicale / Research Methodologies in Music Pedagogy (3 credits / 3 units)

Exploration of research methodologies in music pedagogy research, including theoretical frameworks and methodologies derived from the social sciences.

MUS 5911 Séminaire de recherche / Research Seminar (3 credits / 3 units)

Discussion of research methodology, problems, and theoretical frameworks in relation to participating students' research.

MUS 5921 Méthodes d'analyse de la musique tonale I / Analysis and Analytical Method: Tonal Music I (3 credits / 3 units)

MUS 5923 Méthodes d'analyse de la musique post-tonale / Analysis and Analytical Method: Post-Tonal Music (3 credits / 3 units)

MUS 6099 Mémoire / Research Paper (6 credits / 6 units)

Major Research paper, major research-creation project, major digital research project, or other major research project in Music under the supervision of a professor.

MUS 6340 Analytic Methods for Music and Media (3 units)

Special Topics in the analysis of music within the following media: films, television, videos, games, installations. Emphasis on analytic and interpretive methods.

MUS 6341 Composing for Visual Media (short forms) (3 units)

Analysis of compositional idioms, style choices, scoring, and sound effects in a variety of visual media clips and scenes. Composition of soundtracks for short clips and scenes.

MUS 6342 Composing for Visual Media (long forms) (3 units)

Analysis of compositional idioms, style choices, scoring, and sound effects in a variety of extended narratives in visual media. Composition of soundtracks for projects of larger scope.

MUS 6343 Sound Design and Soundscaping (Real-time) (3 units)

Study of live (real-time) composition and curation for media (visual art works, environmental/spatial curations), theatre and dance, as well as for film and experimental video.

MUS 6344 Sound Design and Soundscaping (Non-real-time) (3 units)

Study of live (non real-time) composition and curation for media (visual art works, environmental/spatial curations), theatre and dance, as well as for film and experimental video.

MUS 6370 Topics in Musicology (3 units)

MUS 6740 Méthodes danalyses de la musique et média (3 crédits)

Special Topics in the analysis of music within the following media: films, television, videos, games, installations. Emphasis on analytic and interpretive methods.

MUS 6741 Composition pour les médias visuels (séquences courtes) (3 crédits)

Analysis of compositional idioms, style choices, scoring, and sound effects in a variety of visual media clips and scenes. Composition of soundtracks for short clips and scenes.

MUS 6742 Composition pour les médias visuels (séquences prolongées) (3 crédits)

Analysis of compositional idioms, style choices, scoring, and sound effects in a variety of extended narratives in visual media. Composition of soundtracks for projects of larger scope.

MUS 6743 Design sonore et paysage sonore (en temps réel) (3 crédits)

Study of live (real-time) composition and curation for media (visual art works, environmental/spatial curations), theatre and dance, as well as for film and experimental video.

MUS 6744 Design sonore et paysage sonore (en différé) (3 crédits)

Study of live (non real-time) composition and curation for media (visual art works, environmental/spatial curations), theatre and dance, as well as for film and experimental video.

MUS 6770 Thčmes en musicologie (3 crédits)

Selected topics in musicology to include reception studies, opera studies, hermeneutics, politics, film music studies, and sketch studies.

MUS 6900 Leçons particuličres I / Applied Music I (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6901 Leçons particuličres II / Applied Music II (3 crédits / 3 units)

Private lessons on the student's instrument offered over two sessions.

MUS 6902 Leçons particuličres III / Applied Music III (3 crédits / 3 units)

Private lessons on the student's instrument offered over two sessions.

MUS 6903 Leçons particuličres IV / Applied Music IV (3 crédits / 3 units)

Private lessons on the student's instrument offered over two sessions.

MUS 6904 Musique et affaires / The Business Music (3 crédits / 3 units)

The study of present-day institutions and industries connected to the performance of music and aspects of professional preparation, organization, and presentation.

MUS 6905 Leçons orchestrales particuličres / Applied Orchestral Lessons (3 crédits / 3 units)

Private lessons on the student's instrument offered over two sessions.

MUS 69051 Leçons orchestrales particuličres (Partie 1 de 2) / Applied Orchestral Lessons (Part 1 of 2)

Private lessons on the student's instrument offered over two sessions.

MUS 69052 Leçons orchestrales particuličres (Partie 2 de 2) / Applied Orchestral Lessons (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Private lessons on the student's instrument offered over two sessions.

MUS 6907 Leçons particuličres I pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation / Applied Music I for Graduate Diploma in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6908 Leçons particuličres II pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation / Applied Music II for Graduate Diploma in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6909 Interprétation orchestrale professionnelle / Professional Orchestral Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and juried performance of orchestral excerpts according to instrument.

MUS 6910 Récital du Diplôme d'études supérieures / Graduate Diploma Recital (3 crédits / 3 units)

Professional length recital.

MUS 6911 Musique de chambre I / Chamber Music I (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the chamber music repertoire.

MUS 69111 Musique de chambre I (Partie 1 de 2) / Chamber Music I (Part 1 of 2)

Study and performance of the chamber music repertoire.

MUS 69112 Musique de chambre I (Partie 2 de 2) / Chamber Music I (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the chamber music repertoire.

MUS 6913 Musique de chambre II / Chamber Music II (3 crédits / 3 units)

Continuation of MUS 6911.

MUS 69131 Musique de chambre II (Partie 1 de 2) / Chamber Music II (Part 1 of 2)

Continuation of MUS 6911.

MUS 69132 Musique de chambre II (Partie 2 de 2) / Chamber Music II (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Continuation of MUS 6911.

MUS 6914 Thčmes en interprétation vocale / Special Topic in Vocal Performances (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the art song repertoire.

MUS 69141 Thčmes en interprétation vocale (Partie 1 de 2) / Special Topic in Vocal Performances (Part 1 of 2)

Study and performance of the art song repertoire.

MUS 69142 Thčmes en interprétation vocale (Partie 2 de 2) / Special Topic in Vocal Performances (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the art song repertoire.

MUS 6915 Orchestre I / Orchestra I (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69151 Orchestre I (Partie 1 de 2) / Orchestra I (Part 1 of 2)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69152 Orchestre I (Partie 2 de 2) / Orchestra I (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 6916 Orchestre II / Orchestra II (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69161 Orchestre II (Partie 1 de 2) / Orchestra II (Part 1 of 2)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69162 Orchestre II (Partie 2 de 2) / Orchestra II (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 6917 Orchestre pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation / Orchestra for Students in Graduate Diploma Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69171 Orchestre pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 1 de 2) / Orchestra for Students in Graduate Diploma Performance (Part 1 of 2)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69172 Orchestre pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 2 de 2) / Orchestra for Students in Graduate Diploma Performance (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 6918 Étude du répertoire d'orchestre I / Study of Orchestral Repertoire I (3 crédits / 3 units)

A practical study of important orchestral works.

MUS 69181 Étude du répertoire d'orchestre I (Partie 1 de 2) / Study of Orchestral Repertoire I (Part 1 of 2)

A practical study of important orchestral works.

MUS 69182 Étude du répertoire d'orchestre I (Partie 2 de 2) / Study of Orchestral Repertoire I (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

A practical study of important orchestral works.

MUS 6919 Étude du répertoire d'orchestre II / Study of Orchestral Repertoire II (3 crédits / 3 units)

A practical study of important orchestral works.

MUS 69191 Étude du répertoire d'orchestre II (Partie 1 de 2) / Study of Orchestral Repertoire II (Part 1 of 2)

A practical study of important orchestral works.

MUS 69192 Étude du répertoire d'orchestre II (Partie 2 de 2) / Study of Orchestral Repertoire II (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

A practical study of important orchestral works.

MUS 6920 Musique de chambre pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation / Chamber Music for Graduate Diploma in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the chamber music repertoire.

MUS 69201 Musique de chambre pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 1 de 2) / Chamber Music for Graduate Diploma in Performance (Part 1 of 2)

Study and performance of the chamber music repertoire.

MUS 69202 Musique de chambre pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 2 de 2) / Chamber Music for Graduate Diploma in Performance (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the chamber music repertoire.

MUS 6921 Interprétation du lied et de la mélodie pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation / Art Song Interpretation for Graduate Diploma in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the art song repertoire.

MUS 69211 Interprétation du lied et de la mélodie pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 1 de 2) / Art Song Interpretation for Graduate Diploma in Performance (Part 1 of 2)

Study and performance of the art song repertoire.

MUS 69212 Interprétation du lied et de la mélodie pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 2 de 2) / Art Song Interpretation for Graduate Diploma in Performance (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study and performance of the art song repertoire.

MUS 6922 Production d'opéra pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation / Opera Production for Graduate Diploma in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

The study, staging, and performance of an opera or operas.

MUS 69221 Production d'opéra pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 1 de 2) / Opera Production for Graduate Diploma in Performance (Part 1 of 2)

The study, staging, and performance of an opera or operas.

MUS 69222 Production d'opéra pour diplôme d'études supérieures en interprétation (Partie 2 de 2) / Opera Production for Graduate Diploma in Performance (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

The study, staging, and performance of an opera or operas.

MUS 6923 Harmonie / Wind Ensemble (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69231 Harmonie (Partie 1 de 2) / Wind Ensemble (Part 1 of 2)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 69232 Harmonie (Partie 2 de 2) / Wind Ensemble (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Participation throughout the academic year in the University of Ottawa orchestra.

MUS 6926 Thčmes en composition musicale / Topics in Musical Composition (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6930 Séminaire de théorie et d'analyse / Seminar in Theory and Analysis (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6931 Thčmes en pédagogie de la musique / Topics in Musical Pedagogy (3 crédits / 3 units)

Themes being studied will include the cognitive factors related to the skills involved in reading music; the control of expressive aspects of playing; the role of practicing in mastering the technical movements; the skills related to an ear training approach versus a note-reading approach; the aural, visual, and tactile memory skills involved in memorizing music.

MUS 6932 Thčmes en pédagogie du piano / Topics in Piano Pedagogy (3 crédits / 3 units)

Themes being studied will include a subject's conditioned responses to complex musical stimuli in the context of learning to play the piano; in-depth understanding of the research evaluating the effectiveness and relevance of already established piano methods; study of the motor skills involved in developing piano technique; health issues involved in the injuries related to piano playing.

MUS 6935 Examen oral / Oral Examination

The oral examination takes place at the end of the program and is held in the presence of a jury consisting of two faculty members.

MUS 6940 Méthodes danalyses de la musique et média / Analytic Methods for Music and Media (3 crédits / 3 units)

Special Topics in the analysis of music within the following media: films, television, videos, games, installations. Emphasis on analytic and interpretive methods.

MUS 6941 Composition pour les médias visuels (séquences courtes) / Composing for Visual Media (short forms) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Analysis of compositional idioms, style choices, scoring, and sound effects in a variety of visual media clips and scenes. Composition of soundtracks for short clips and scenes.

MUS 6942 Composition pour les médias visuels (séquences prolongées) / Composing for Visual Media (long forms) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Analysis of compositional idioms, style choices, scoring, and sound effects in a variety of extended narratives in visual media. Composition of soundtracks for projects of larger scope.

MUS 6943 Design sonore et paysage sonore (en temps réel) / Sound Design and Soundscaping (Real-time) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study of live (real-time) composition and curation for media (visual art works, environmental/spatial curations), theatre and dance, as well as for film and experimental video.

MUS 6944 Design sonore et paysage sonore (en différé) / Sound Design and Soundscaping (Non-real-time) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study of live (non real-time) composition and curation for media (visual art works, environmental/spatial curations), theatre and dance, as well as for film and experimental video.

MUS 6950 Séminaire en musicologie / Seminar in Musicology (3 crédits / 3 units)

Selected topics in musicology to include reception studies, opera studies, hermeneutics, politics, film music studies, and sketch studies.

MUS 6965 Production d'opéra I / Opera Production I (3 crédits / 3 units)

The study, staging, and performance of an opera or operas.

MUS 69651 Production d'opération I (Partie 1 de 2) / Opera Production I (Part 1 of 2)

The study, staging, and performance of an opera or operas.

MUS 69652 Production d'opération I (Partie 2 de 2) / Opera Production I (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

The study, staging, and performance of an opera or operas.

MUS 6966 Production d'opéra II / Opera Production II (3 crédits / 3 units)

Continuation of MUS 6965.

MUS 69661 Production d'opération II (Partie 1 de 2) / Production d'opération II (Part 1 of 2)

Continuation of MUS 6965.

MUS 69662 Production d'opération II (Partie 2 de 2) / Production d'opération II (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Continuation of MUS 6965.

MUS 6970 Chamber Music Repertoire (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study of selected chamber music repertoire from the performer's perspective: literature, ensemble techniques, performance practices.

MUS 69701 Chamber Music Repertoire (Part 1 of 2)

Study of selected chamber music repertoire from the performer's perspective: literature, ensemble techniques, performance practices.

MUS 69702 Chamber Music Repertoire (Part 2 of 2) (3 crédits / 3 units)

Study of selected chamber music repertoire from the performer's perspective: literature, ensemble techniques, performance practices.

MUS 6980 Leçons particuličres (Composition) I / Applied Music (Composition) I (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6981 Leçons particuličres (Composition) II / Applied Music (Composition) II (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6982 Leçons particuličres (Composition) III / Applied Music (Composition) III (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6983 Leçons particuličres (Composition) IV / Applied Music (Composition) IV (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6993 Thčmes en interprétation / Topics in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

Topics relating to performance and the various skills required: technique, memorization, controlling performance anxiety.

MUS 6994 Études individuelles en pédagogie de la musique / Independent Studies in Musical Pedagogy (3 crédits / 3 units)

This course involves guided research in a laboratory or workshop setting where the student pursues an individual research topic in musical pedagogy under the supervision of a professor.

MUS 6995 Lectures dirigées dans le domaine de la pédagogie de la musique / Directed Readings in Musical Pedagogy (3 crédits / 3 units)

This course involves the critical directed reading of a body of appropriate literature in musical pedagogy determined by the student under the supervision of a professor.

MUS 6996 Étude individuelle en interprétation / Independent Studies in Performance (3 crédits / 3 units)

Guided research in a workshop setting where the student pursues an individual research topic in interpretation under the supervision of a professor.

MUS 6997 Lectures dirigées dans le domaine de théorie / Directed Readings in Theory (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 6998 Lectures dirigées en musicologie / Directed Readings in Musicology (3 crédits / 3 units)

MUS 7902 Proposition de thčse / Thesis proposition

MUS 7980 Projet créatif majeur (Interprétation) / Major Creative Project (Performance) (6 crédits / 6 units)

The Major Creative Project comprises two components: 1) a recorded performance, video, or multimedia work; 2) a document that presents and explains the relevant performance/creation methodology and technical information about the creative work.

MUS 7981 Projet créatif majeur (Composition) / Major Creative Project (Composition) (6 crédits / 6 units)

The Major Creative Project comprises two components: 1) a recorded performance, video, or multimedia work; 2) a document that presents and explains the relevant performance/creation methodology and technical information about the creative work.

MUS 7993 Portfolio de composition / Composition Portfolio

A portfolio consisting of 30 minutes of music composed during the program, accompanied by live or studio recordings.

MUS 7994 Composition majeure / Major Composition

The major composition, usually a piece for orchestra, must be approved by the student's professor.

MUS 7995 Soutenance du portfolio de composition / Composition Portfolio Defence

Defence of the Major Composition and/or one or more works from the Composition Portfolio.

MUS 7996 Récital I / Recital I

To be evaluated by a jury of three professors, including the student's professor.

MUS 7997 Récital II / Recital II

To be evaluated by a jury of three professors, including the student's professor.

MUS 7998 Soutenance de récital / Recital Defence

MUS 8101 Doctoral Seminar in Music Studies Part 1 (1.5 unit)

This seminar will cover the main literature and the principal approaches for conducting interdisciplinary research in music.

MUS 8102 Doctoral Seminar in Music Studies Part 2 (1.5 unit)

This seminar will cover the main literature and the main approaches for conducting interdisciplinary research in music.

MUS 9997 Projet de thčse / Thesis Proposal (6 crédits / 6 units)

Graded S (Satisfactory) / NS (Not satisfactory).

MUS 9998 Examen de synthčse / Comprehensive Exam (6 crédits / 6 units)

Two domains: one question on a topic specific to music and one question in the secondary discipline.