Program Recognition
•Official Bachelor of Music in Music Theory and Composition with a concentration in Contemporary Production and Songwriting
•128-credit Steinhardt degree combining music specialization, music core, liberal arts, and songwriting study
•Located in NYU's Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions
Training
•Study songwriting history and criticism, studio production, music-industry business structures, recording technology, and related fields
•Songwriters Forum supports development of popular-song craft through regular feedback
•One-on-one private lessons with faculty members are part of the program
Performance & Productions
•Students prepare showcases each semester through the weekly Composers Forum
•Collaboration opportunities include performers, dancers, actors, music technology, jazz studies, and vocal/instrumental performance communities
Location
•New York City setting gives access to contemporary music, new music, performance, and production communities
Study Abroad
•Music study abroad opportunities include NYU Prague or NYU Paris