In a program devoted to music in all its aspects and contexts, the music department awards the graduate degrees of MA and PhD in music. The program comprises the four subdisciplines of music scholarship— ethnomusicology, musicology, and composition and theory, and jazz studies.
We are a relatively small program within a large university. We regard each student as an individual and maintain a supportive environment in which students can explore the multifaceted world of music while making use of the offerings of the many departments, centers, and programs of the university at large. We aim for the highest quality of scholarship and creativity while providing a nurturing environment for our students.
Our graduate faculty engage in ground-breaking research and apply that research to real-world situations. Whether creating music history resources for secondary schools, presenting the latest fieldwork through a world music concert, or expanding the boundaries of the concert repertoire through a new composition, theory and practice—ideas and experience —come together in a unique way through the work of our graduate faculty.
This degree is designed to prepare a student to pursue a career in college teaching or to enter a Ph.D.program...
Learn MoreThe Division seeks to admit about 4 new graduate students per year. All students applying for graduate work in the...
Learn MoreThe PhD in Music offers exemplary academic training in music studies. Our doctoral program is extremely diverse, welcoming students from...
Learn MoreThe Master of Arts degree in musicology is for those wishing to concentrate on music scholarship. With a breadth of...
Learn MorePart of both a comprehensive School of Music and a research university, the musicology program provides students with access to...
Learn MoreWelcome to musicology at the University of Colorado Boulder College of Music! We offer courses in the history of Western...
Learn More