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School of Music

MM in Performance - Woodwinds

Program Advisor: Tom Parchman, parchman@usm.maine.edu

See Program Requirements, below.

In addition to the information listed in the MM in Performance, the following requirements apply to the Woodwiinds Concentration.

Requires a minimum of 30 credit hours Credits
     MUS 510 Bibliography and Research in Music 3
     MUS 520 Seminar in Music History 3
     MUS 530 Seminar in Music Theory 3
     MUP 603 Applied Music (woodwinds performance) 12
     MUP 690 Recital (two) 0
     MUS 521 Literature of the Major Instrument 2
     MUS 500/501/508 Orchestra/Chorale/Wind Ensemble 1
     Electives–Any MUS, MUP, or MUE 500- or 600-levelcourses 6

Performance majors in the area of woodwinds must present two full-length recitals for completion of their degree program. The recitals will include at least 60 minutes of solo repertoire. Chamber music may be included and must be approved by the graduate advisor (and/or the private instructor). The candidate must be a featured soloist in the repertoire.

In addition to the general final examinations in history and theory, candidates must pass an exam on woodwind literature and performance practice.