The Doctor of Musical Arts in Vocal Performance is offered through the largest classical division of the Benjamin T. Rome School of Music, Drama, and Art the voice division. With approximately 60 students, the division performs two fully staged operas, evenings of opera scenes performed by the Opera Workshop class, recitals, master classes, and webcasts. Students study with teachers who have vast performing experience and are still working actively in the field as soloists at major opera companies, with symphonies, and in recital.<br>Based on the results of the entrance examinations, the adviser, in conference with the student, will arrange a program of study of 62 to 72 hours beyond the master's degree. The courses to be completed as part of the degree requirements will be communicated to the student by the adviser.