Master of Music (M.Mus.) Performance: Orchestral Instruments, Guitar (Thesis)

Downtown, Montreal, Canada

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24 monthsProgramme duration

10,159 CADTuition Fee/year

01 Dec, 2025Application Deadline

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Music

Degree

MMusic

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Music (M.Mus.) in Performance: Orchestral Instruments, Guitar (Thesis) offered by the Schulich School of Music is a research-intensive program that emphasizes hands-on and transformative learning opportunities. The program's objective is to equip students with skills in literature review, performance, and academic writing to either continue their studies or pursue professional opportunities.

Unique Program Features

The program is best suited for talented instrumental musicians and guitarists wishing to hone their artistry and expressive, interpretative skills in a flexibly designed curriculum;
Ensembles emulate professional settings, and include five orchestras: Two full orchestras (the renowned McGill Symphony Orchestra and the McGill Sinfonetta), one opera orchestra, one baroque orchestra, and one contemporary music ensemble—as well as one large wind symphony and one guitar ensemble. There are also opportunities for chamber musics;
Faculty members involved in the program include the concertmasters and principal players of major Canadian orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, as well as world-class ensemble conductors;
The School houses several performance spaces, research & production laboratories, and two libraries with a vast collection of music resources.
Graduates have secured positions in orchestras throughout Europe, North and South America, and with the Canadian Opera Company, Ensemble Moderne, and others.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Music

Degree

MMusic

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The program is best suited for talented instrumental musicians and guitarists wishing to hone their artistry and expressive, interpretative skills in a flexibly designed curriculum;
Ensembles emulate professional settings, and include five orchestras: Two full orchestras (the renowned McGill Symphony Orchestra and the McGill Sinfonetta), one opera orchestra, one baroque orchestra, and one contemporary music ensemble—as well as one large wind symphony and one guitar ensemble. There are also opportunities for chamber musics;
Faculty members involved in the program include the concertmasters and principal players of major Canadian orchestras, including the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, as well as world-class ensemble conductors;
The School houses several performance spaces, research & production laboratories, and two libraries with a vast collection of music resources.
Graduates have secured positions in orchestras throughout Europe, North and South America, and with the Canadian Opera Company, Ensemble Moderne, and others.

Admission Requirements

TOEFL

86+

Bachelor GPA

IELTS

6.5+

Application Deadline

01 Dec 2025

Program Duration

2 Years

Starting Month(s)

Sep

Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance

Domestic

Starts from

1,483 CAD

International

Starts from

10,159 CAD

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Downtown, Montreal, Canada

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