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BM Vocal Performance at New York University

New York University, United States

Programme overview

The Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance offers intensive performance training within a liberal arts and research university, with Classical Voice, Contemporary Voice and Music Theatre specializations.

Faculty: NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development  |  Department: Music and Performing Arts Professions  |  Duration: 128 credits (eight-semester sample plans)  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Study combines liberal arts requirements, music history (e.g. History of Western Art Music I and II), a music core (Theory and Practice, Aural Skills, Keyboard Skills, Recital) and vocal performance courses including 21 credits of private vocal training, Acting for Singers and diction. Specializations add vocal coaching and song analysis (Classical), songwriting and music industry courses (Contemporary), or Music Theatre workshops, history and dance.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applies to admission to the school/university, not specific to this major: New York University's Office of Undergraduate Admissions supports the application process for all undergraduate programs at NYU. For additional information about undergraduate admissions, including application requirements, see How to Apply. See How to Audition for audition requirements and instructions specific to each specialization: Classical Voice Contemporary Voice Music Theatre

Duration: 128 credits (eight-semester sample plans)

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