Master of Music (M.M.) Degrees
Overview
Five Towns College offers several distinct graduate programs in Music. The opportunity to advance your study and research in the field of music and earn a Master of Music Degree (M.M.) is a worthwhile and enriching experience. This is a sought after credential evidencing your expertise and commitment in the profession.
Five Towns College offers Master of Music (M.M.) degree programs in:
- Composition, M.M.
- Performance, M.M.
- Music History, M.M.
- Music Technology, M.M.
For curriculum information, view the current Five Towns College Catalog.
Campus Life: Concerts and Performances
Graduate music students have a myriad of opportunities to participate in campus life by playing their instruments, collaborating with other musicians in bands, ensembles, showcases, campus events and getting involved. There are culminating concerts including The Evening of Jazz, Voices of FTC, FTC Wind Ensemble & Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble & Percussion Ensemble, and Vocal Jazz Ensembles events off-campus, too. Furthermore, opportunities await to accompany the Theatre Arts Division productions and to play in the Pit Orchestras. All over campus there is usually something musical going on-from the FTC Sound Stream to the FTC Performing Arts Center events, graduate students are immersed in the life of the college. Check out upcoming concerts and performances in the Five Towns College Performing Arts Center by clicking here.
Enjoy a sampling of past concerts and performances on the official FTC YouTube by clicking here.
VIDEO: FTC Graduate Music Reel
Professional Relevancy
The program is designed to meet the needs of professional musicians, audio recording engineers, music business executives, multimedia specialists, and active professionals working in the music industry, music education, or a music related field.
Further, courses of study are flexible and designed to complement your personal experience level while assisting and supporting you to reach your future goals. Each semester, you will meet with the Graduate Advisor to plan your academic program. You will have the opportunity to perform with an ensemble during each semester of study and participate in campus life.
Moreover, students in the M.M. in Composition, Music History or Performance, must satisfactorily complete at least 30 credits of approved graduate courses with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. Twenty-four of these credits must be completed in residence in order to be eligible for the Master’s degree. A research project is required to be completed by Music History students. Also, Performance and Composition students must present public recitals.
Overall, the Master of Music Degree can be completed in two semesters of full-time study or longer on a part-time basis. Graduate courses are scheduled for the late afternoon or early evening for the convenience of working students.
Finally, we hope that you’ll explore more and contact Admissions at (631) 656-2110. To learn about the Audition Requirements for the M.M. program, click here.
Information on curriculum and faculty can be found in the Five Towns College Catalog.
VIDEO: FTC Music Performance Reel
