General Music, Instrumental Concentration - Master of Arts

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The Master of Arts degree in General Music is a two-year graduate program where one may tailor courses to one's needs and interests. Courses include the areas of music literature, music theory, applied performance/ensemble, and music electives which allow exploring diverse course offerings. One may also choose to complete a thesis as a capstone project if so desired.

Potential Careers

  • Disc Jockey
  • Session Musician
  • Pianist
  • Recording Engineer
  • Studio Director
  • Arranger
  • Composer
  • Jingle Writer
  • Music Publisher
  • Music Critic
  • Instrument Repair Specialist
  • Orchestrator
  • Songwriter

Median Annual Salary

Disc Jockey

$53,580

Session Musician

$54,600

Pianist

$50,934

Recording Engineer

$73,600

Studio Director

$47, 351

Arranger

$54,400

Composer

$40,452

Jingle Writer

$56,980

Music Publisher $53,965
Music Critic $52,608
Instrument Repair Specialist $49,779
Orchestrator $62,377
Songwriter $65,280

*Median annual salaries are from careersinmusic.com

Additional Facts

JSU offers the only MA degree in General Music when compared to our state competitors

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