Why Study Music Performance?
Music Performance is about transforming technical skill into artistic expression. Through intensive study, mentorship, and performance experience, students develop the confidence, discipline, and musicianship needed to share music with others.
Refine Your Craft
Through applied lessons, practice, and performance, students strengthen technical proficiency, musical interpretation, and artistic confidence on their primary instrument or voice.
Study One-on-One with Faculty
Private instruction provides personalized guidance that helps students develop their musicianship, prepare repertoire, and achieve long-term artistic goals.
Gain Extensive Performance Experience
Students participate in ensembles, recitals, chamber groups, and collaborative performances that make public performance a central part of the educational experience.
It’s a good fit for you if you:
- Want intensive training on your instrument or voice
- Enjoy preparing and sharing music through performance
- Thrive in collaborative ensemble environments
- Value close mentorship from professional musicians
What You’ll Study
The Music Performance curriculum combines applied instruction, ensemble participation, musicianship, theory, and historical study. Students develop both technical expertise and artistic understanding through performance-centered learning.
In Demand-Skills:
- Musical performance and interpretation
- Technical proficiency and repertoire development
- Ensemble collaboration
- Listening and analytical skills
Comprehensive Curriculum
Students complete 64 credit hours, through intensive applied study, ensemble participation, and core coursework in theory, aural skills, composition, applied music, and history and literature.
View Music Performance B.M requirements
Detailed course requirements, sequencing, and policies are outlined in the official Courses of Study Bulletin.
Program Highlights
Solo, Chamber, and Ensemble Performance
Students build their artistry through frequent solo, chamber, and ensemble performances across campus and beyond.
Masterclasses and Artist Residencies
Masterclasses with world-class musicians in residency give students high-level feedback and direct engagement with professional artists.
Performance Beyond Campus
Study abroad and collaborations with local ensembles and professional venues help students connect their performance training to a wider musical world.
Recent Graduate Careers
Music Performance graduates leave Trinity with advanced musical training, substantial performance experience, and strong collaborative skills. They pursue careers in music while applying their artistic discipline across many professional environments.
Graduate Study and Conservatory Training
Students continue their education in graduate performance programs, conservatories, and advanced music study at institutions across the country.
Performance and Professional Music Careers
Graduates pursue opportunities as performers, collaborative musicians, ensemble members, private instructors, and freelance artists.
Music Education and Community Engagement
Many students combine performance expertise with teaching, outreach, and educational work that supports music learning in diverse settings.
Arts Leadership and Administration
The communication, organization, and collaboration developed through performance study support careers in arts management, nonprofit organizations, and cultural institutions.
Get Your Questions Answered
Students interested in the Music Performance major should:
Explore introductory courses in applied music, music theory, or ensembles, and review the course catalog for detailed requirements.