The Best Music Colleges in the United States
Music makes the world go around. Its so true; audiences are amazed when listening to an Italian Opera or even a Beatles song. For the many students of music, their passion goes beyond mere appreciation. In fact, their passion and talent goes beyond K to 12 schooling. These students look to learn from the elite--the best of best.
Juilliard
This famous performing arts conservatory is located at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City. With a historical past, they excel in fund-raising in the millions for their various music programs. Some notable music alumni include trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, singer Nina Simone and Salsa giant Tito Puente.
The Juilliard School
60 Lincoln Center Plaza
New York, NY
(212) 799-5000
Eastman School of Music
Eastman School of Music at the University of Rochester was named the "hottest school for music" in the United States by the Kaplan/Newsweek "Get into College Guide for 2008." Eastman and Julliard often duke it out in various categories for musical excellence. Besides the many degrees, Eastman also has a Ph.D. program in music philosophy and musical arts.
Eastman School of Music
26 Gibbs St.
Rochester, NY 14604
(585) 274-1000
Curtis Institute of Music
Curtis Institute of Music is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school's focus on the student's talent is emphasized with full tuition scholarships. The catch is a highly difficult admission. Enrollment is exclusive accepting only about half the rate that Julliard does
Curtis Institute of Music
1726 Locust Street
Philadelphia, PA 19103-6187
(215) 893-5252
School of Music at Belmont University
Belmont College is a private university in Nashville, Tennessee. Belmont is known for its incredible Music Business Program. Faculty includes former executives and artists. Belmont also boasts the Belmont Studios, used by Sheryl Crow, among others, and RCA Studio B, where Elvis recorded as well.
School of Music at Belmont University
1900 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37212-3757
(615) 460-6408
Jacobs School of Music
The highly regarded school is found on the University of Indiana campus. This school has been praised for its Master's of Music program, which, according to "U.S. News and World Report," is tied with Julliard and Eastman. Composer giant, the late Leonard Bernstein, created his final Opera, A Quiet Place, at the school.
Jacobs School of Music
1201 E 3rd St
Bloomington, IN 47405
Berklee School of Music
This private school in Boston, Massachusetts, was founded in the 1940s. With a diverse undergraduate body, Berkeley has a strong focus on the study of contemporary music. Many other schools primarily focus is classical and music history.
Berklee School of Music
1140 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02215-3693
(617) 266-1400
Other Top Music Colleges
Peabody Conservatory (Johns Hopkins University)
Manhattan School of Music
Oberlin Conservatory
New England Conservatory
Boston Conservatory
