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Oberlin,Ohio 44074
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Bachelor of Music in Historical Performance

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Composition

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance

Bachelor of Music in Musicology


The Conservatory of Music seeks to educate young musicians at the highest level. The conservatory offers rigorous programs designed to prepare students for professional lives as performers, composers, scholars, and teachers. We welcome talented music students with demonstrated records of achievement to apply.

Notable Alumni Include:

Claire Chase ’01, flutist and entrepreneur Jeremy Denk ’90, pianist Rhiannon Giddens ’00, singer-songwriter Steven Isserlis ’80, cellist Edward Parks ’06, baritone Du Yun ’01, composer


Acceptance Rate:

Oberlin Conservatory of Music has a highly competitive acceptance rate, typically around 23-24%

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