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2199 S. University Blvd.
Denver,Colorado 80208
303-871-6973
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Music in Composition

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Bachelor of Music in Recording and Production

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Minor in Ethnomusicology

Minor in Music

Certificate in Conducting

Certificate in Jazz Studies

Certificate in Music Entrepreneurship

Certificate in Music Performance

Certificate in Music Theory Pedagogy

Certificate in Performance and Composition

Certificate in Piano Pedagogy

Certificate in Suzuki Pedagogy

Master of Music in Conducting

Master of Music in Composition

Master of Music in Piano Pedagogy

Master of Music in Suzuki Pedagogy

Master of Arts in Music Theory

Master of Arts in Musicology


With a world-class faculty and concert venues, the Lamont School of Music is widely recognized as a premier music school. Students from across the world audition to study at Lamont, where they gain the skills and experience necessary to succeed in today’s dynamic arts world. Our commitment to excellence includes a multi-genre curriculum and award-winning performers engaging with audiences from across the Rocky Mountain West. Our students experience and participate in Denver’s unrivaled metropolitan arts environment, where professional performing arts companies offer inspiration and performance opportunities. Our graduates pursue professional careers as outstanding performing artists, composers, conductors, entrepreneurs, recording professionals and scholars. Whether you are a prospective student, an audience member or an arts supporter, we welcome you to Lamont and invite you to explore our website.

Acceptance Rate:

The University of Denver's Lamont School of Music has an acceptance rate of around 58%.

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