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Master of Arts in Organ (M.A.)

Specific Admission Requirements
  1. Application for admission to the degree will be processed when an approved audition has been completed. Completing the application by January 4 will enhance the possibility of financial assistance.
  2. All auditions will require video links. 2-4 contrasting pieces, including a work by J. S. Bach. Memory not required. Email Dr. Hand if you have any questions about suitable repertoire. 
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Doctor of Musical Arts in Organ (D.M.A.)

Specific Admission Requirements
  1. Application for admission to the degree will be processed when an approved audition has been completed. Completing the application by January 4 will enhance the possibility of financial assistance.
  2. The D.M.A. audition requires 3-5 contrasting pieces, including a work by J. S. Bach and a major work written after 1840. Email Dr. Hand if you have any questions about suitable repertoire. 
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Rahn and Frawley Organ Fellowships and Assistantships

Graduate fellowships and assistantships with in-state tuition status are available. All graduate organ students are eligible. Actual amount of award will be determined after performance audition before University of Iowa organ faculty. Performance ability and academic excellence are the major considerations. Fellowships and assistantships may be renewed with the recommendation of the organ faculty, and based on maintenance of performance and academic standards. All applicants must be registered or have applied for admission to The University of Iowa to be considered.

Questions?

For more information on the organ area at the University of Iowa School of Music, please contact Gregory Hand, area head, at (319) 335-1630 or gregory-hand@uiowa.edu.

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