Photo of students playing cello and bass.

Music

The John J. Cali School of Music will prepare you to become a creative leader of tomorrow. Here, you will study music with world-class faculty who will nurture you to become a performer, educator, composer, or therapist. You will also be able to take advantage of the many study abroad opportunities available to students of the School of Music at Montclair State University.

Career Opportunities

  • Educator
  • Performer
  • Composer
  • Therapist

Undergraduate Programs

BMus in Music (Guitar, Instrumental, Keyboard, Voice) (Combined BMus/MAT with Teacher Certification in Music (Preschool – Grade 12) Guitar and Teacher of Students with Disabilities

This program offers students the opportunity to combine study for a Bachelor of Music in Music Education with advanced study for the Master of Arts in Teaching leading to certification for teaching music and students with disabilities.

Apply NowView Catalog

BMus in Music, Music Education (Instrumental, Voice, Guitar, Keybaord)

The Bachelor of Music degree with the concentration in Music Education is designed to prepare students for teaching careers in New Jersey’s public schools, as well as community music schools and private or out-of-state schools.

Apply NowView Catalog

BMus in Music, Jazz Studies Concentration

The Jazz Studies program offers training and extensive performance opportunities in both traditional and contemporary jazz styles. It provides a solid foundation in performance and history that will allow students to enter the professional music world or pursue advanced study.

Apply NowView Catalog

BMus in Music, Performance Concentration (Instrumental, Keyboard, Voice)

The Bachelor of Music degree in performance focuses on the mastery of skills in orchestral or band instruments, piano, organ, harpsichord, guitar, or voice.

Apply NowView Catalog

BMus in Music, School and Community Settings Concentration (Instrumental, Voice, Guitar, Keyboard)

The Bachelor of Music degree in performance focuses on the mastery of skills in orchestral or band instruments, piano, organ, harpsichord, guitar, or voice.

Apply NowView Catalog

BMus in Music, Theory Composition Concentration

This program prepares students to teach in private schools or enter other music or non-music related fields. It does not lead to certification for teaching in the New Jersey public school system.

Apply NowView Catalog

Graduate Programs

MA in Music, Composition Concentration

This program offers preparation for both the professional music world and doctoral study. Students are encouraged to find their own compositional voices, as well as discovering and studying old and new sounds and aesthetics.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MA in Music, Music Education Concentration

The MA in Music Education program, led by an experienced and nationally recognized faculty, offers a comprehensive course of study for music teachers in all levels and specializations.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MA in Music, Music Therapy Concentration

The Master of Arts (MA) in Music: Concentration in Music Therapy program offers a 40.5 credit combination of supportive psychology and research courses, including courses in assessment, clinical improvisation techniques, group music therapy (experiential and client centered), and teaching and supervision.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MM in Music, Performance Concentration (Collaborative Keyboard)

The MM program in Performance focuses on nurturing each musician’s technical and artistic growth in preparation for a professional career.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MM in Music, Performance Concentration (Conducting)

The MM program in Performance focuses on nurturing each musician’s technical and artistic growth in preparation for a professional career.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MM in Music, Performance Concentration (Instrumental)

The MM program in Performance focuses on nurturing each musician’s technical and artistic growth in preparation for a professional career.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MM in Music, Performance Concentration (Keyboard)

The MM program in Performance focuses on nurturing each musician’s technical and artistic growth in preparation for a professional career.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MM in Music, Performance Concentration (Vocal)

The MM program in Performance focuses on nurturing each musician’s technical and artistic growth in preparation for a professional career.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

MM in Music, Performance Concentration (Woodwind Doubling)

The MM program in Performance focuses on nurturing each musician’s technical and artistic growth in preparation for a professional career.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

Performer’s Certificate Program

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

Artist’s Diploma Certificate Program

The Artist’s Diploma is a two-year program designed for highly talented and motivated young musicians seeking intensive music study.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

Advanced Certificate in Music Teaching

The John J. Cali School of Music at Montclair State University is pleased to offer a special advanced certificate program for K-12 music teachers. Courses are specifically designed with today’s music educator in mind, offering a thoughtful blend of theory and practice.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

Instructional Certification – Subject Area Certification (Preschool – Grade 12)

Students with a baccalaureate degree and an interest in teaching may pursue the post-baccalaureate program for certification. Alternatively, the Master of Arts in Teaching is available for candidates who are interested in attaining the Master of Arts with music teaching certification for public schools.

Apply NowView CatalogApplication Requirements

Related Programs