64 Vocal Music Degree Programs

Explore the intricacies of the voice as an instrument with this one-year postgraduate vocal course that seamlessly combines theory and research with practical learning. By examining vocal techniques in the context of your own voice, you’ll then discover how to lead others – perfect for professional vocalists, MDs, choral leaders and aspiring vocal coaches,

The Department of Vocal Studies was established at the beginning of the term of office of Rector prof. Stefan Stuligrosz (1967-1981). The first head of the Department of Vocal Studies at the Faculty of Vocal Studies and Acting of the I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music was prof. Irena Winiarska. Subsequently, the function was taken over by prof. Ewa Wdowicka, and since 2005 the position was held by prof. dr hab. Grażyna Flicińska-Panfil. In 2024, the position was taken over by dr hab. Marzena Michałowska.

Come and study classical music and opera at the Academy of Music and Opera at Mälardalen University at Västerås Castle! You will be studying with some of the country’s foremost music coaches. Under their expert guidance, you will have the opportunity to reach your full potential as an instrumentalist and a singer. The teachers have extensive and international experience, both as musicians and teachers, as well as a wide network of contacts within the field. All teachers aim is to enhance every student's musical knowledge and instrumental/vocal techniques and skills as well as enhance and develop their artistic expression towards an increasingly personal and independent approach. The programme has four specialisations, leading to a degree of Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music: String instruments, Wind instruments, Voice, Keyboard instruments.

At UNC Charlotte, studies go beyond the Department of Music and into Charlotte’s creative community. With bold ideas and broad connections, our talented faculty, students, and alumni are shaping the civic imagination of this fast-growing city. The Bachelor of Music (B.M.) offers students seven concentrated areas of study. The Bachelor of Music (B.M.) with a concentration in Vocal Performance is designed for vocalists who are planning careers as performing musicians.

As a master’s student, you will acquire the extensive professional competence of a vocal artist in the main areas of classical vocal music. Depending on your interests, you can specialize either in voice pedagogy, oratorio music, or lied and vocal chamber music and choose minor subjects and optional studies from the selection of the Sibelius Academy of the University’s other academies. You will also complete studies in career skills that will give you practical training in building your portfolio, finding employment, and getting started on your career.

As a bachelor’s student, you will study not only singing but also piano, vocal chamber music, expression techniques, music theory, aural skills, and music history, as well as pedagogy and languages. You can also choose to complete the required amount of pedagogical studies to fulfill the requirements for working as a teacher. Through your voice pedagogy studies, you will gain theoretical and practical insight into vocal lessons, vocal coaching methods, and vocal physiology. During teaching practice, you will get the chance to teach practice pupils under the supervision of a supervising teacher. You will develop your pedagogical vision by observing classes and working on your teaching portfolio.

The purpose of establishing the Department of Song and Vocal Chamber Music was to provide students with a creative space for the interaction of singer and pianist, which is one of the most important forms of collaboration within the Institute of Vocal Studies, both in the sphere of student training and in the broader artistic sense. Vocal chamber music, along with the art of opera, is one of the cornerstones of the teaching process at the Institute of Vocal Studies. The creative interaction between the instructor who teaches the major (solo singing) and the pianist who accompanies and educates the student in the classes offered by the Department shapes the technique and artistic personality of the singer.

Build your vocal technique, develop your performance skills, become acquainted with voice literature, and develop your understanding of the complex relationships between music and poetry. Establish your vocal technique and gain a thorough understanding of the singing voice, literature, and pedagogy in Westminster’s vocal performance program.

Ensemble Vocal Performance is a new specialty launched in the second degree conducting course at the Institute of Conducting. It is an offer of specialized education for students who would like to combine their future career with singing in vocal ensembles or professional choirs in opera theaters or philharmonics. The new specialty also prepares for work in vocal training and rehearsal tutoring.

Aim of the program in BA in Orchestral and Choral Conducting: To educate musicians who - with their performing skills, theoretical knowledge, and highly developed musical abilities - enrich and spread the Hungarian and  European music culture. They can enrich the repertoire of musical knowledge with their sophisticated musical taste and are able to work in musical institutions, professional performing ensembles and in other occupations which require music education.

Master the art of singing to become the best possible vocal artist and independent musician. The 44-credit program includes private lessons, voice literature, opera, vocal coaching, vocal pedagogy, and culminates with a full recital.

University study program Music Education with a focus on education prepares students in the theoretical and practical specialization of music pedagogy and provides basic knowledge for a job in education. The study combines three components of Middle school / Junior High school / Secondary school / High school / Junior High school / Senior High school teacher training: subject training, general and subject training didactics, and teacher propaedeutics (pedagogical-psychological training). The obligatory basis of the study consists of music-theoretical components of education: music theory, harmony, counterpoint, musical forms, organology, history of music, etc. Improving musical skills is provided by vocal and instrumental preparation, intonation and auditory analysis, choral conducting. Everything is focused on the work of a lecturer, assistant teacher, educator, cultural assistant, etc. The next part is the didactics of music education, listening, and assistant practice at school. These activities prepare the graduate for the next level of study - a master's degree in music education. The study program in the major plan respects the balance of subject, didactic and pedagogical-psychological components according to the standards of teacher training of the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports of the Czech Republic. Pedagogical-psychological preparation includes subjects of pedagogy, psychology, and special pedagogy, including pedagogical-psychological practice and aims to prepare for the subsequent master's study of teaching. A part of the study program major is a bachelor's thesis. Graduates possess knowledge and skills in both components: special and general education. They acquire basic awareness about teachers’ work through an introduction to pedagogy, social pedagogy and motivational practice, and basic psychological disciplines. The curriculum's outcome is not a qualification for teaching.

Establish your own exciting route in the live music sector with BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance. This course is perfect if you’re a vocalist looking to take your technical, performance and musicianship skills to a professional level.

During your studies, you will receive the necessary knowledge and skills in African-American music, music culture, and performance practices to become a professional. Upon graduating, you may take on demanding roles as a musician, bandleader, composer&arranger, and pedagogue. Finnish jazz professionals such as Timo Lassy, Verneri Pohjola, Aki Rissanen, and Kalle Kalima are all alumni of the Sibelius Academy who have established themselves in the Finnish and international music scene. Jazz students complete studies in ensemble playing, aural skills, rhythm, and arrangement that support their major subject. Optional studies and possible minor subject studies are also included in the degree. The degree also includes language and music technology studies.

During your studies, you will receive the necessary knowledge and skills in African-American music, music culture, and performance practices to become a professional. Upon graduating, you may take on demanding roles as a musician, bandleader, composer&arranger, and pedagogue. Finnish jazz professionals such as Timo Lassy, Verneri Pohjola, Aki Rissanen, and Kalle Kalima are all alumni of the Sibelius Academy who have established themselves in the Finnish and international music scene. At the master’s degree stage, you can choose almost a third of your courses freely. In addition to instrument classes and ensemble playing, you may choose e.g. music business courses or pedagogical studies needed for working as a teacher. During your studies, you will also participate in different musical projects, masterclasses, and social events.