Music History & Literature DA
- Doctoral
- DA
- In-Person
- Greeley
Fall and Spring
Program Overview
Whether you want to deepen your research and writing skills or plan to teach at the college level, our highly flexible Doctor of Arts in Music History & Literature will help you excel creatively and professionally.
You’ll study with a diverse group of internationally accomplished faculty and musicians and collaborate with talented classmates across disciplines. Throughout your program, you’ll develop deep expertise in your chosen area and find many chances to research, write, present and even perform.
With a Doctor of Arts in Music History & Literature, you’ll be prepared to:
- Pursue original scholarship, research and academic publishing
- Teach music at the college level
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ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï has earned a reputation as a highly regarded training ground for music teachers and scholars. Our doctoral students have an excellent record of academic publishing, with articles in peer-reviewed journals such as Early Music, Pendragon Review, Journal of Musicological Research, Choral Journal, and ITA Journal.
They also frequently present at meetings, conferences and meetings, including the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the American Musicological Society.
Sample courses:
- Music History Pedagogy
- History of Instruments and Instrumental Practices
- Seminars for all periods of Music History
- Music Theory Pedagogy
Learn more about Music History and Literature
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There are some concentrations that require an advisory exam.
Music History & Literature D.A. candidates must take the following Placement Exams:
- Music theory
- Aural skills
Students who do not pass these exams must complete additional prerequisite courses.
Your Doctoral Journey
ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï has earned a reputation as a highly regarded training ground for music teachers and scholars. Our doctoral students have an excellent record of academic publishing, with articles in peer-reviewed journals such as Early Music, Pendragon Review, Journal of Musicological Research, Choral Journal, and ITA Journal.
They also frequently present at meetings, conferences and meetings, including the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the American Musicological Society.
Courses for the DA in Music History and Literature include the following:
- Music History Pedagogy
- History of Instruments and Instrumental Practices
- Seminars for all periods of Music History
- Music Theory Pedagogy
Why Choose ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï for Music?
Performances Annually
ÍøÆسԹÏ's music scene is powerful and thriving. You'll perform alongside accomplished faculty, internationally recognized guest artists and talented students at every level—all in state-of-the-art venues right on campus.
All-Steinway School
You'll play on more than 90 Steinway & Sons pianos throughout our classrooms, practice rooms and performance spaces. ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï was the first public Colorado university and one of only a few schools in the region to earn the prestigious All-Steinway School designation—and we maintain that standard of excellence because you deserve the best instruments for your education.
Graduate Assistantship Positions
Your graduate education shouldn't come with overwhelming debt. ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï offers competitive funding opportunities — including assistantships, fellowships, and scholarships. doctorate without sacrificing your financial future.
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Music Audition Requirements
Select your primary instrument or area to review repertoire, recordings, interviews and other required materials. Or go back to the School of Music home page.
Brass Collaborative Piano Conducting Jazz Studies Music Composition Music Education Music History & Literature Music Theory Percussion Piano Strings Voice Woodwinds
Student & Faculty Voices
Doctoral Student Develops Groundbreaking Theory About Chopin
"Music history turned out to be the perfect choice because I love teaching at the collegiate level and analyzing music to discover how it creates meaning and functions in society and culture. No other doctoral program offered the mentorship or opportunities that ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï did."
Jessica Castleberry '25
DA in Music - Music History & Literature
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ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï offers more than two dozen ensembles, from choirs to opera theatre.
Learn, practice, produce and perform in state-of-the-art facilities, including our newest space, Campus Commons Performance Hall.
Locally grown festivals. Nationally touring acts. Ever-changing exhibits. Across the university and throughout Northern Colorado and beyond, you can immerse yourself in the arts.
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