US-China Music Institute in Collaboration with Asian StudiesThe Master of Arts in Chinese Music and Culture at Bard College is a two-year program offering students a unique interdisciplinary approach to Chinese music studies and Chinese culture studies. This collaborative program between the US-China Music Institute and the Asian Studies Program at Bard College began enrolling students in Fall 2022. Professor Jindong Cai from the US-China Music Institute serves as the program’s chair with support from the Asian Studies Program faculty.
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Program Overview
The MA in Chinese Music and Culture is a unique opportunity for music scholars seeking to develop a balance between music practice and academic research. A range of interdisciplinary course offerings will deepen students’ understanding of Chinese musical tradition and cultivate their musical skills, while also providing a solid foundation in Chinese Classical and contemporary language, history, and culture.
Students who complete the program will be prepared to embark on careers in various fields of China studies such as musical performance, education and academic research, and musical and media industries.
Jindong Cai, chair
"We created this program to be able to offer graduate level academic training to musicians of all kinds with an interest in Chinese culture. As we all know, Chinese culture is thousands of years old, yet there is limited access to pursue Chinese music studies in the West. We need to foster a new generation of scholars, performers, and cultural advocates with the knowledge and skills to advance research and promote a deeper appreciation for both traditional and contemporary Chinese music in today's society."
