音乐系提供音乐硕士学位，具有应用演奏和指挥（乐队，合唱和管弦乐队）方面的选择。除了对其乐器进行深入研究外，选择应用音乐选项的学生还将获得精炼的知识。该乐器的文献资料，还将学习针对该音乐媒介开发的教学和技术方法。表演机会，无论是单独的还是合作的，都是学位候选人研究的重要组成部分。
In addition to advanced studies on their instrument, the student who chooses the Master of Music in Applied Music (Performance) option will develop a refined knowledge of the literature composed for that instrument and will also learn the teaching and technical approaches that have been developed for that musical medium. Performing opportunities, both solo and collaborative, are an important component of the degree candidate's studies. The Master of Music is a 32 hour degree. In addition to applied lessons and courses in repertoire and pedagogy, each option includes courses in music research and bibliography, music theory, and music history. Elective courses permit the student to explore additional interests. Students complete a final degree project that is the creative component of the degree plan. A final oral examination is also part of the degree requirements.