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Opera,
MM
The Master of Music in Opera is designed to prepare qualified performers for professional careers as singer-actors on both national and international operatic stages. The faculty only admits singers who demonstrate outstanding potential for the operatic stage both vocally and dramatically, and strives to provide as thorough a graduate training as is possible within a two-year framework. The ultimate goal is to produce singing artists capable of competing successfully in the professional world of opera.
Campus
Location:
Main Campus
All coursework is undertaken on the Main Campus.
Students are required to complete the degree program through classes offered before and after 4:30 p.m. Students able to complete the degree program on a part-time basis (8 credit hours or less per semester).
Department
Information
Department of Voice and Opera
Boyer College of Music
2001 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122
cla@astro.temple.edu
215-204-8375
Ranking:
The Boyer College of Music has been ranked among the top 30 music schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
Accreditation:
True
This degree program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Areas
of Specialization:
The program prepares students through a systematic approach to vocal technique, specialized studies in operatic literature, the refinement of language and diction skills, the development of acting techniques, the continued refinement of musical and theoretical skills, advanced study in musical style and performance practice, and the provision of operatic performance opportunities designed to emulate a professional environment.
Job
Placement:
Graduates are located throughout the world performing in opera houses, singing as soloists, and teaching in colleges and universities as well as in private studios.
Affiliation(s):
Interdisciplinary
Study :
With the approval of the major advisor, students may elect to take up to six graduate credits outside the field of music.
Study
Abroad:
No
Licensure:
False
Non-degree
Student Policy:
Non-matriculated students may enroll in selected courses in music with permission, but may not take applied lessons until they have been fully admitted and matriculated.
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