Voice, Graduate Professional Diploma

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Graduate Professional Diploma

Students of exceptional ability who wish to concentrate on professional development with a minimum of academic requirements may apply for admission to the Graduate Professional Diploma (GPD) program. A baccalaureate or equivalent degree or certificate from a recognized institution is required for admission.

The GPD requires a residence of two years and a minimum of 20 earned credits. Full-time course load: 6 to 9 credits per semester. The Graduate Professional Diploma must be completed within three years from the date of matriculation.

Concentration in Voice (24-36 credits)

Major Area

AVO - Private Voice Instruction (four semesters-12 credits)
ACO 888 - Vocal coaching (4 semesters-4 credits)
VSC 500 - Vocal Studio Class 0-0.5 credit(s) (4 semesters-2 credits)
OPR 620 - Acting & Movement for Singers 1 credit(s) ¹
OPR 621 - Acting & Movement for Singers 1 credit(s) ¹
REC 571 - Recital (GPD) 2 credit(s) ²
REC 572 - Recital (GPD) 2 credit(s) ²

Electives

Electives (with approval of advisor) 0-12 credits³

Note(s):

¹Waived if taken during previous study at The Hartt School. Consult Director of Vocal Studies. Credits to be made up with elective coursework.

²Recital Requirement: Two public recitals, one of which may be replaced by the performance of a major opera role.

³DIC 610 and DIC 611 must be taken first if required per placement exam and will count as elective credit.

Additional Information

Academic Electives: A G.P.D. student electing to take courses in music history or music theory must take the graduate placement examinations in history or theory and fulfill the Graduate Music History (or Theory) Review Requirement. HLM 615 is a pre-requisite for all graduate courses in music history.

After acceptance into the Graduate Professional Diploma program, students are required to take an Ear Training Placement Exam. Based on the results of the exam, students may be required to take appropriate classes during the first year of graduate study. Students with severe deficiencies may be asked to complete appropriate undergraduate courses.

Different courses of study may require the student to attend certain courses offered in alternate years or semesters, thus demanding the student’s presence during a given semester. Students should not expect to complete their programs by summer residence.