表演音乐硕士（器官）

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
Students in the performance degree program build on their existing skill set to become technically proficient and musically engaging performers ready to pursue doctoral programs or enter the professional music world.<br>Personal attention from a supportive faculty within a collegial, friendly environment is a key component of the performance program. Setnor students are challenged to grow musically and are encouraged to think critically. The performance degree provides a rigorous curriculum that includes solo and ensemble performance opportunities in addition to courses in scholarly research, music theory, history and literature, and pedagogy.<br>Two full-length recitals are required in the performance degree program, demonstrating commitment to artistic growth and development.<br>The piano program includes emphases in both collaborative arts and performance.<br>Graduates of the performance program have successfully pursued careers as soloists, collaborative pianists, church musicians, members of major orchestras and opera companies, and pedagogues in academia and private studio teaching.