M.Mus。表演学位课程的重点包括以下方面：钢琴，风琴，琴弦，管乐器，打击乐器或声音。所有研究生都必须完成研究，音乐史和音乐理论的核心课程（共9个学分）。一般而言，大多数研究生要求获得超过学士学位和通常居住四个学期的34至36个研究生学分。麻省理工学院的每个课程都采用类似的学术模式和入学程序：专业8个学分，音乐历史3个学分，音乐理论3个学分，研究3个学分，独奏会2个学分，其余在针对各种重点的特别课程中以及在音乐文学，音乐选修课或自由选修课中（根据重点而定）。该程序促进了高水平演奏的获得和扎实的一般音乐知识
The M.Mus. degree program in performance is offered with the following emphases: piano, organ, strings, wind instruments, percussion, or voice. All graduate students are required to complete a core sequence of courses in research, music history, and music theory (a total of nine credits). In general, most graduate students are required to complete 34 to 36 graduate credits beyond the baccalaureate and normally four semesters in residence. Similar academic patterns and admissions procedures comprise each program for the M.Mus.: 8 credits in the major, 3 credits in music history, 3 credits in music theory, 3 credits in research, 2 credits in recitals, and the remainder to be taken in special courses for various emphases and in music literature, music electives, or free electives (varying according to emphases).<br><br>The program promotes the attainment of high levels of performance and a solid grasp of general musical knowledge, as demonstrated by a two-part terminal project for the performance degree in which the candidate performs in two major public appearances. One is a solo recital, the second may be another solo recital, an ensemble recital, a performance of a major concerto with orchestra, or a lecture recital on a subject relevant to the student's major instrument. Written and oral comprehensive examinations must be completed during the final semester. Convocation attendance and ensemble participation are required for all full-time graduate students.