Program Overview

Program Overview

The Georgia State University Master of Music in Orchestral Instrument Performance program is designed to prepare students for rewarding careers as performing musicians or studio instructors. This specialized pathway emphasizes the development of a strong foundation in music reading and performance, nurturing students' skills and musicianship to excel in their chosen orchestral instrument.

Program Details

Through active participation in bands, choirs, or orchestras, students gain valuable ensemble experience and develop the ability to perform collaboratively with others. They also have opportunities to showcase their talent as soloists and in small group settings. With dedicated private study and guidance from experienced faculty, students refine their technical proficiency, musical interpretation, and expressive artistry.

Key Features

• Emphasis on developing a strong foundation in music reading and performance
  • Nurturing students' skills and musicianship to excel in their chosen orchestral instrument
• Opportunities for ensemble experience and collaborative performance
  • Participation in bands, choirs, or orchestras
• Dedicated private study and guidance from experienced faculty
  • Refining technical proficiency, musical interpretation, and expressive artistry
• Opportunities to showcase talent as soloists and in small group settings

Program Location and Interest Area

The Master of Music in Orchestral Instrument Performance program is offered at the Atlanta Campus, within the College of the Arts, and falls under the interest area of Music Performance.