2021-22 GUIDE TO MUSIC SCHOOLS

Manhattan School of Music
Manhattan School of Music
MISSION
Manhattan School of Music is deeply committed to excellence in education, performance, and creative activity; to the humanity of the School's environment; and to the cultural enrichment of the larger community. A premier international conservatory, MSM inspires and empowers highly talented indi-viduals to realize their potential.
WHAT DISTINGUISHES THIS SCHOOL
Manhattan School of Music takes full advantage of New Yor's abundant learning and performance opportunities, preparing highly talented students for careers as passionate performers and composers and to be imaginative, effective leaders in the arts.
LOCATION
130 Claremont Avenue
New York, NY 10027
UNITED STATES
ADMISSIONS
917-493-4436
Audition Requirements
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Scholarship details: $22,000 average
CAREER / POST-GRADUATION ASSISTANCE
MSM's Center for Music Entrepreneurship (CME): The CME staff provides professional career coaching in a supportive environment. In individual sessions, students can explore their goals and create action plans for success. CME offers graduate- and undergraduate-level courses that provide the tools to help students pursue careers and fulfill their artistic goals. Flexible internship opportunities are made available for elective credits with leading NYC-area cultural institutions and businesses. Setting the Stage series: inspiring entrepreneurial speakers share their expertise and advice in this series of hands-on interactive workshops.
KEY STATISTICS (college level and above)
1000 music students
Music Faculty: 89 full time, 166 adjunct
AREAS OF STUDY
Brass • Collaborative Piano • Composition (Performance) • Conducting • Jazz Studies & Contemporary Media • Music Therapy • Organ • Piano • Strings • Vocal Arts/Opera • Winds & Percussion • Jazz Arts • Musical Theatre (BM only) • Orchestral Performance (MM, PS only) • Classical Contemporary Performance (MM, PS only)
DEGREE PROGRAMS
Additional details: Graduate Programs: Master of Music; Professional Studies Certificate; Doctor of Music; Artist Diploma
ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS (non-matriculating/prep)
BROCHURE / CATALOGUE
PANDEMIC & SAFETY: SCHOOL POLICIES
=Yes   =No
Proof of vaccination required?
Students    Faculty    Staff
Proof of a negative COVID-19 test required?
Students    Faculty    Staff
Reduced density being considered in:
On-campus housing    Class and/or ensembles
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