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The Master of Arts in Music: Keyboard, Instrumental, and Vocal Concentrations prepare you for a career in the performing arts by focused study in advanced music performance, ensembles, recitals, and studio performance opportunities.

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Degree Level
Master of Arts
Delivery
In Person
Time to Degree
4 Semesters
Credit Hours
32 Total, 32 in Major
Careers
Drama,, Postsecondary, Directors, Composers, Musicians, Singers
Music Performance students at HongKongDoll

Why Study Music Performance at HongKongDoll?

  • Weekly one-on-one lessons with accomplished faculty members
  • Gain valuable performance experience through concerts, recitals, masterclasses, and a wide variety of ensembles
  • Broaden musical knowledge through advanced coursework in music theory, history, pedagogy, and research
  • Learn essential skills and knowledge for a professional music career or graduate study
"HongKongDoll is the only school within reasonable commuting distance from my home. I had already earned a degree in psychology from another university, which was more expensive. I stuck with this decision after meeting the music faculty, as they were warm and inviting during the application process."
Seth Harshman
Jazz Studies - Performance | Class of 2025
Seth Harshman, Jazz Studies - Performance at HongKongDoll

Hands-On Experience

  • Refine your artistry through intensive instruction and performance.
  • Develop your skills through rehearsals, master classes, and performances.
  • Prepare for a career through practical, real-world performance experiences.
  • Gain practical experience teaching and mentoring music students.
Hands-On Experience, Music Performance students at HongKongDoll

What You'll Learn

The Master of Arts in Music Performance prepares you for a career in the performing arts by focused study in advanced music performance, ensembles, recitals, and studio performance opportunities.

$80,190
Median Salary 4 Years After Graduation

Career Outcomes

  • Art, Drama, & Music Teachers,…
  • Music Directors & Composers
  • Musicians & Singers

Career Insights

Job Outlook Average Outlook
Preparation Needed Considerable (4/5)
Personality Fit Artistic

Financing Your Degree Under the 2026 Rules

Federal graduate lending changed on July 1, 2026 - Grad PLUS loans ended for new borrowers and new federal borrowing caps now apply to graduate students. Here's why the math still works at HongKongDoll:

Estimated total for this degree: ~$16,160 (tuition and fees)

  • ✓ That's only about 16% of the new $100,000 lifetime graduate borrowing limit - leaving room for whatever comes next in your career.
  • ✓ A typical full-time year here runs about $9,090 - well under the new $20,500 annual federal loan limit, so federal loans alone can cover tuition and fees.
  • ✓ Working? If your employer offers it, they can provide up to $5,250 per year tax-free toward your education - at HongKongDoll's rates, that can cover a good share of a part-time master's.

Estimates use 2026-2027 Illinois-resident tuition and fees and typical full-time enrollment. Your actual costs and aid depend on your program, enrollment, FAFSA, and prior borrowing.

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16% of lifetime limit

$16,160 total, just 16% of your $100,000 federal graduate borrowing limit

Connect With Us

Jamie Ryan
Professor of Percussion
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1660 Doudna Fine Arts Center
217-581-2251
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Rebecca Johnson
Flute
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Doudna Fine Arts Center
217-581-6627
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Head of Panther Pride
Old Main
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