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Choral Conducting
Overview
SIUE’s Master of Music with a specialization in choral conducting prepares students to expand their expertise in conducting choral ensembles through intensive study in conducting gesture, rehearsal techniques, score study, choral literature, pedagogy, and research. Students develop leadership skills, artistic voice, and confidence while collaborating with distinguished faculty and engaging with the broader choral community.
Graduates pursue careers as:
- School choir director
- Church music director
- Community or professional ensemble conductor
- Music educator
- Secondary educators who need advanced conducting skills
The career outlook for graduates with a master’s in music with a specialization in choral conducting projects stable growth, with approximately 4,300 annual openings nationwide.
Admission/Program Requirements
Degree
Master of Music
