Although the focus of the Music Education program is upon preparation to be a more skillful teacher, many options are possible, including preparation for music administration and supervision. The Master of Music degree program prepares students for permanent certification and doctoral study leading to college teaching. Students completing the graduate program receive the Master of Music in music education.
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Tuition and fees are assessed based on the number of credit hours of enrollment, Ohio residency and program.
Graduate assistantships, scholarships and awards are available for graduate music education students. Contact the School of Music for specific information.
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View Courses & Requirements in the Official Academic Catalog
The coursework is divided equally among music education and other areas such as music theory, music history, jazz studies, and applied music (including conducting).
Candidates will be able to:
English Proficiency Requirement: Please review information about Ohio University's minimum English Language Proficiency requirements for graduate study.
School of Music Graduate Auditions & Admissions
The Athens campus program (MM5182) permits full-time enrollment in residence at Ohio University, and an I-20 may be issued based on admission to this program.
The School of Music at Ohio University offers a variety of musical ensembles designed to meet the educational and artistic needs of our majors, and also qualified students from other academic disciplines who wish to continue their involvement in music performance.
School of Music large ensemble offerings include choral groups, symphony and campus orchestras, three symphonic bands, two jazz ensembles, and the marching band. The Opera Theater presents at least one main stage production each year as well as a recital of opera scenes.
In addition to the large performing ensembles, students may choose to participate in small mixed groups including the New Music Ensemble, jazz combos, and various woodwind, brass, and string chamber ensembles. Smaller vocal ensembles are often formed from within each choral group. Like-instrumental ensembles such as Flute Choir, Clarinet Choir, Saxophone Quartets, Brass Quintets, Trumpet Ensemble, Trombone Choir, Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, and Jazz Percussion Ensemble are also available to interested students.
Ohio University's premier concert and performance series, organized by the Division of Student Affairs, and hosted in venues across campus, while primarily staging concerts and events at the Templeton-Blackburn Memorial Auditorium.
The Performing Arts series is home to a wide variety of arts and entertainment, from Grammy-award winning Kenny G and South Africa's Ladysmith Black Mambazo to the Wizard of Oz play and country singer Sara Evans. The Memorial Auditorium and Stuart’s Opera House host some of the University and community’s top shows, acts, and events. We also host a regular film series and an acoustic showcase for movie and music buffs alike.
Emily Talley is in her 19th year of teaching. In years leading up to her appointment at Ohio University she served as Director of Bands for Wellston City Schools, Assistant Director of Athletic Bands at Ohio University, and more. Her bands have routinely earned high honors. In addition to her work as a band director, she also continues to be an avid performer.
Matthew Talbert, Director of the School of Music and Associate Professor of Music Education, joined the faculty at Ohio University in the fall of 2016. In this role, Dr. Talbert supervises all degree programs, curriculum, and daily operations. Additionally, Dr. Talbert coordinates the online Master of Music Education degree.
Dr. Suk is director of the Marching Band, known as "the most exciting band in the land." The Marching 110 is known throughout the U.S. as one of the finest show bands, incorporating precision dance routines with its excellent musicianship. He is a recipient of the National Band Association's Citation of Excellence and is active as an adjudicator, clinician and drill writer.
For more information about the Teacher Education graduate program, contact Emily Talley, Assistant Professor of Instruction, Instrumental Music Education, at talleye@ohio.edu.