Graduate Programs in Music
Advance Your Craft. Lead with Purpose.
Pursue graduate-level music study in a Christ-centered environment built to support your calling.
Campbellsville University’s School of Music offers graduate degrees designed for musicians, educators, and worship leaders seeking advanced training rooted in academic excellence and Christian faith. Whether you're looking to deepen your expertise in music education or expand your impact through worship leadership, our programs provide the skills, mentorship, and flexibility to help you grow both professionally and spiritually.
Program Highlights
- Advanced Musical and Academic Training: Deepen your understanding of music theory, pedagogy, leadership, and research to prepare for teaching, performance, or ministry roles.
- Faith-Based Foundation: Grow in your calling with a curriculum that integrates Christian principles into every aspect of music study.
- Practical Application: Engage in real-world learning through conducting, teaching practice, worship planning, or ensemble leadership.
- Flexible Learning Options: Select from online or on-campus formats designed for working adults and full-time professionals.
- Mentorship and Support: Work closely with experienced faculty who are committed to your personal and professional growth.
The Master of Arts in Music: Musicology, M.A.M. program emphasizes the scholarly study of music history, culture, and analysis. This concentration prepares students for careers in research, teaching, and academic leadership, fostering a deeper understanding of music’s role across cultures within a faith-centered context.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Arts in Music: Worship, M.A.M. program equips students for leadership in church and worship ministry through advanced training in music, theology, and worship practices. Designed for current or aspiring worship leaders, this concentration blends artistic development with spiritual formation to prepare graduates for impactful service in diverse ministry settings.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Music, M.M. program offers advanced study in performance, theory, and pedagogy, designed to deepen musicianship and professional skills. This graduate degree prepares students for careers as performers, educators, and music leaders, blending rigorous academic training with a Christ-centered approach to artistry and service.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Music: Conducting, M.M. program provides advanced training in choral and instrumental conducting, score study, rehearsal techniques, and leadership. Designed for music educators, performers, and church musicians, this program equips students to lead ensembles with confidence, clarity, and artistic excellence rooted in a Christ-centered foundation.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Music: Instrumental Performance, M.M. program offers advanced study in instrumental technique, repertoire, and performance practice. Through private instruction, ensemble work, and recital preparation, students refine their artistry and prepare for careers as professional performers, educators, and studio musicians in various settings.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Music: Piano Performance and Pedagogy, M.M. program combines advanced piano study with comprehensive training in teaching methods and instructional design. Ideal for aspiring performers and educators, this program provides students with a strong foundation in both artistry and pedagogy, preparing them for careers in performance, private instruction, and academic teaching.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Music: Vocal Performance and Pedagogy, M.M. program integrates advanced vocal training with in-depth study of teaching techniques and vocal literature. Designed for those pursuing careers in performance and vocal instruction, this program equips students with the artistic, technical, and pedagogical skills needed for success in both studio and stage settings.
Degree Offered At: Campbellsville
The Master of Music in Music Education, M.M.M.E. program is designed for current music educators seeking to enhance their teaching practice and deepen their musical expertise. With coursework in pedagogy, curriculum design, research, and performance, this flexible graduate program supports professional growth while empowering teachers to lead with excellence in classrooms, ensembles, and beyond.
Degree Offered At: CU Online
The Post Graduate Artist Diploma program is designed for advanced musicians seeking intensive, performance-focused study beyond the master’s level. Emphasizing solo and ensemble performance, applied instruction, and professional preparation, this program equips emerging artists with the technical mastery and artistic depth needed for careers as performers, educators, and collaborative musicians.
Diploma Offered At: Campbellsville
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