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Transform Your Musical Journey in Cambridge, MA
At Longy School Of Music Of Bard College, we are redefining what it means to pursue a life in music. Founded on the belief that music belongs to everyone, our mission is to empower musicians to create meaningful change in their communities through artistic expression, education, and innovation. Our Catalyst Curriculum allows students to customize their education, blending traditional training with project-based courses that prepare them for diverse careers in music. With a 2:1 student-to-faculty ratio, our award-winning facultyincluding GRAMMY winners and industry leadersprovide personalized mentorship to help students refine their artistry and amplify their impact. We remove barriers to education by offering scholarships based on lived experience and potential for contribution, ensuring accessibility for talented musicians from all backgrounds.Located in Cambridge, Massachusetts, our campus serves as a gateway to Bostons vibrant arts scene, where students perform in unconventional spaces and collaborate with leading cultural institutions. Through initiatives like our Changemakers Workshops and partnerships with local organizations, we prepare graduates to teach, perform, and lead in ways that make music relevant to contemporary societal needs. Our alumni have become innovators in performance, education, and community engagement, carrying forward Longys commitment to music as a force for social change.
Services
Master of Music
Graduate Diploma in Composition
Music Education Programs
Changemakers Workshops
Performance Opportunities
Highlights and features
- We offer a customizable Catalyst Curriculum with 300+ project-based courses.
- Our 2:1 student-to-faculty ratio ensures personalized mentorship from industry leaders.
- We remove barriers with scholarships based on lived experience and potential impact.
- Students gain real-world experience through Bostons vibrant arts partnerships.
- Our graduates lead in music education, performance, and community innovation.
Services
Master of Music
Our Master of Music program cultivates advanced artistry through personalized mentorship and flexible curricula. Students collaborate with faculty mentors to design a course of study that aligns with their unique artistic goals. The program emphasizes performance excellence, pedagogical innovation, and community engagement, preparing graduates for careers as performers, educators, and cultural leaders.
Music Education Programs
Longys Music Education programs equip educators with tools to make music accessible to diverse learners. Courses cover adaptive teaching methods, special education law, and curriculum design. Graduates emerge prepared to inspire students of all abilities while advocating for equity in music education through school partnerships and community initiatives.
Changemakers Workshops
These workshops provide music educators with strategies to drive social impact through their teaching. Participants explore innovative pedagogy, community outreach models, and advocacy techniques. The program emphasizes practical skills for creating inclusive learning environments and expanding musics role in societal transformation.
Performance Opportunities
Students perform in Bostons cultural institutions, community spaces, and unconventional venues. Longy partners with organizations like the Boston Symphony Orchestra and Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum to offer diverse performance experiences. These opportunities emphasize audience connection and reimagining traditional concert formats for contemporary relevance.
Career Coaching
Our career coaches guide students in developing sustainable music careers. Services include portfolio development, networking strategies, and entrepreneurship training. The program emphasizes self-reflection and goal-setting, helping students articulate their artistic vision while navigating the evolving music industry landscape.
Questions
Does Longy require application fees or audition repertoire?
No application fees or fixed audition repertoire requirements. We evaluate candidates based on artistic potential and commitment to social impact.
What financial aid options are available?
100% of students receive scholarships or financial aid. Awards consider lived experience and potential contribution to the music community.
How does the Catalyst Curriculum work?
Students customize their education through 300+ project-based courses, blending traditional training with innovative approaches to music and social change.
What performance opportunities exist?
Students perform at venues like Boston Symphony Hall, community centers, and cultural institutions through Longy’s extensive local partnerships.
Is Longy focused on classical music only?
No—we welcome all genres and encourage students to explore interdisciplinary approaches, breaking traditional boundaries in composition and performance.
How does Longy support international students?
Over half our student body comes from abroad. We provide tailored admissions guidance and cultural integration support for international applicants.
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