MM: Vocal Performance

Master of Music:  Vocal Performance Concentration

Program Director:  Thomas Goodheart, tgoodheart@binghamton.edu

Binghamton's MM Vocal Performance program offers a comprehensive vocal curriculum including classes in diction, vocal repertoire, studio voice class, chamber music, and language study. In addition, Binghamton University offers a highly unique partnership with Tri-Cities Opera, in which vocal performance majors have the opportunity to audition for this distinguished professional opera company as part of their education, giving them hands-on professional experience in their field.

Program Highlights

  • Work with outstanding voice and opera faculty

  • Private voice lessons and vocal coachings

  • Perform with the Binghamton University Opera Workshop

  • Regular opportunities to perform in Recitals on and off campus

  • Orchestral performance opportunities

  • Work with outstanding masterclass teachers

  • Opportunities to audition for and perform with the Tri-Cities Opera

  • Affordable tuition fee's

  • 3 hours from New York City

Program Overview

  • Minimum 12 credits in applied vocal performance studies
  • Minimum 4 credits in electives (ensembles and/or other courses)
  • 12 credits in Music History, Research, and Analysis courses
  • MM Thesis Recital and Performances

Admissions Requirements

Please go to the Apply page for complete information regarding admissions, auditions, and interviews.

Application Deadline

The MM program has a rolling admission and will accept applications at any time.  If you wish to be fully considered for funding in the 2025-2026 year, you must submit your application by February 1, 2025.