Diploma in Instrumental Performance

What makes UArts Diploma in Instrumental Performance special?
The four-year Diploma in Instrumental Performance program will help you develop discipline and focus as you engage in weekly, one-hour private lessons in your major area with renowned artist-teachers.

Who is the Instrumental Performance Diploma program designed for?
This program is designed primarily for students who wish take the entire musical portion of the undergraduate BM in Instrumental Performance curriculum without liberal arts courses.

What performance opportunities are available?
Perform in UArts School of Music's award-winning jazz ensembles or collaborate with live performers in UArts School of Dance.

How will I be prepared for professional performance?
Many of our students begin to perform professionally before graduating. Philadelphia offers numerous venues for soloists and small ensembles in concert halls and clubs.

Are faculty professional musicians?
Yes. The School of Music faculty is made up of experienced and practicing professionals, many of whom have attained international stature as performing and recording artists. This professional faculty is supplemented by an impressive roster of guest artists along with a regular series of workshops, master classes, and performances guests including Billy Joel.   UArts also offers a two-year Certificate in Instrumental Performance.





Uarts Diploma in Instrumental Performance students perform throughout Philadelphia while still in college.


The Diploma program is ideal for students who have already earned a degree in a field other than music but who want the benefit of a complete undergraduate training and education in music."