Artist Diploma in Historical Performance

The Artist Diploma is a non-degree program for the specialized training of the unusually gifted and accomplished performer. The program focuses on the practical aspects of musical training: private instruction, performance, participation in musical organizations and chamber music, and musicianship skills.

Program of Study

Students spend two years in residence and pursue private instruction in their performance field during every semester. Each student gives a minimum of three recitals or the equivalent. Voice majors must satisfactorily complete an examination in the application of the International Phonetic Alphabet to English, French, German, and Italian.