Profile

This major draws on the rich cultural heritage of China's Yangtze River Delta region and promotes the spirit of Wenzhou University's motto, "Seek truth and be a pioneer." Adhering to the development philosophy of "independence, openness, classification, stratification, and collaborative innovation," the program aims to cultivate high-level applied professional talents adaptable to the international development of the music industry, with a goal of achieving a broad liberal arts education and exceptional artistic skills.

Specializations include: Vocal Performance; Instrumental Performance; Piano Performance; Choral Conducting.

The typical duration of study is 3 years, with a total of 50 credits required for professional degree courses and practical components. Students who complete their coursework, earn the required credits, achieve satisfactory professional assessment results, and pass their thesis defense will, upon review and approval by the Wenzhou University Degree Committee, be conferred the Master of Arts degree. They will be awarded the Master of Arts degree certificate and the graduation certificate.

Teaching Language:English

Job Prospect

This program offers cutting-edge knowledge in music performance and has designed a curriculum based on the training objectives for international music performance talents. Through the study of the courses, students will not only master the skills of music performance but also broaden their international cultural horizons and improve their proficiency in Chinese and English, equipping them with the necessary competencies to compete in the global talent market. Upon graduation, students can pursue careers as professional performers in artistic troupes, full-time music teachers in primary and secondary schools and educational institutions, or cultural officers in large international corporations.

Core Courses

【Course Title】Vocal Performance

【Credits】10

【Credit Hours】160

【Instructor】Ye wenhui

【Course Description】

Vocal Performance integrates knowledge, skills, artistry, and practice, and studies vocal works from different periods, styles, and countries. It plays a significant role in improving students' comprehensive quality in vocal performance and developing their musical performance talents. This course is an important component of the Master of Music program curriculum.

【Course Title】Instrumental Performance

【Credits】10

【Credit Hours】160

【Instructor】Dong lingfan

【Course Description】

Instrumental Performance is a course that studies a variety of instruments including the guzheng (Chinese zither), pipa (Chinese lute), erhu (Chinese violin), suona (Chinese horn), clarinet, violin, and cello. Through these studies, students gain an understanding of instrumental performance techniques and enhance their stage presence. This course plays a significant role in improving students' comprehensive quality in instrumental performance and developing their musical talents. It is an important component of the Master of Music program curriculum.

【Course Title】Piano Performance

【Credits】10

【Credit Hours】160

【Instructor】Chen si

【Course Description】

Piano Performance is a course that combines fundamental piano training with the study of advanced performance techniques, along with the appreciation of relevant piano compositions, to cultivate students' abilities in piano performance and appreciation. This course integrates knowledge, skill, artistry, and practice. It is an essential part of the Master of Music program curriculum and is designed to further enhance piano performance skills.

【Course Title】Chorus and Conducting

【Credits】10

【Credit Hours】160

【Instructor】Zou yuefei

【Course Description】

Choral and Conducting focuses on the theory and practice of choral singing and conducting and is a required course for the Master of Music program. This course is built on the foundation of extensive student participation in choral实践活动. Through the teaching of basic conducting theories, fundamental skills, and analysis of choral music, students learn to design different gestures for various time signatures in different choral works and understand the general rules and basic methods of choral training. This course is beneficial for students to understand, experience, and express music in the dual roles of musicians and conductors. It plays a significant role in developing students' musical talents, fostering cooperative and coordination skills, and enhancing their musical performance and teaching abilities.

【Other Courses】

Form and Musical Analysis

Classic Music Works Study

Chamber Music Rehearsal

Music Bibliography

Academic Frontier Topics

Intercultural Communication Theory and Practice

Degree Recital

Artistic Practice