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7401 S Broadway
Annandale-on-Hudson, New York 12504
845.758.7196
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Music & Bachelor of Arts in a field other than music (5-year Dual Degree) (Emphasis In Composition, & Vocal and Instrumental Performance)
Master of Music in Vocal Arts
Master of Music in Conducting
Master of Music in Instrumental Performance
Master of Arts in Chinese Music and Culture


The richness and breadth of musical opportunities on campus make Bard College distinctive from other liberal arts colleges. There are multiple ways to study music at Bard; they center around the undergraduate Music Program and The Bard College Conservatory of Music, which also offers graduate programs. One doesn’t have to be a music major, however, to be actively involved in music at Bard.

Acceptance Rate:

The Bard College Conservatory of Music in Annandale-on-Hudson, New York has an acceptance rate of around 15%


Faculty Info:

Tan Dun, Frank Corliss, Stephanie Blythe, Yu Hongmei


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