Composition: Music, D.M.A.
School of Music
Prepare to help students explore their original ideas in a rigorous and creative environment committed to musical excellence. Advance your professional composition skills through one-to-one instruction.
Receive faculty-level training in composition and related areas, and study in the corollary areas of theory and history. Work with digital technology to create and produce music. Attend master classes, lectures and performances of your compositions. A comprehensive exam, dissertation composition project and research document are required.
Program Highlights
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Distinguished School
Since 1969, the School of Music has consistently retained the distinctive National Association of Schools of Music accreditation.
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Supportive Community
Foster your creative learning, skill development and personal exploration through Spark: Music Leadership at Carolina.
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Expanded View
Study historical and contemporary practices, music theory, history, criticism and creative approaches.
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Authentic Experiences
Receive regular opportunities to hear your works performed in concerts.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Performance
Presenting oneself creatively through a specific medium to an audience
Decision-making Expertise
Applying critical thinking and analytical skills to make informed and effective decisions
Entrepreneurship
Identifying opportunities and creating and launching new ventures
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Innovation
Introducing new ideas, methods or products to improve performance or achieve a specific goal
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Understand Complexity
Analyzing and synthesizing information to identify patterns and connections
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Composition Professor
- Composer
- Arranger
- Entrepreneur
Workplace Settings
- Education
- Film
- Media
- Technology
