Manhattan School of Music's orchestral and choral conducting programs give students extensive experience with MSM ensembles.
The conducting program provides training for graduate students who intend to become professional conductors, along with courses for graduate and undergraduate students who wish to develop the skills and sensitivities required for many musical disciplines.
The conducting major is offered for Graduate and Professional Studies Certificate students only. The programs in orchestral and choral conducting are highly selective, allowing each student extensive experience with MSM ensembles.
Procedures By Program
Conducting Department Handbook
MSM Course Catalog
Director of Orchestral Activities, Conducting Department
gmanahan@msmnyc.edu
Director of Choral Activities, Conducting Department
917-493-4476
ktritle@msmnyc.edu
Associate Director of Choral Activities, Conducting Department
roliver@msmnyc.edu
“I’m working with industry professionals, and learning skills I would never have the opportunity to learn at another college or conservatory. I’m absolutely so thankful to be able to attend such an amazing conservatory.” Jasmine Rogers BM '21
“I’m working with industry professionals, and learning skills I would never have the opportunity to learn at another college or conservatory. I’m absolutely so thankful to be able to attend such an amazing conservatory.”
Jasmine Rogers
BM '21
How to Apply Scholarships & Financial Aid Tuition Overview Accepted Students: Dates & Deadlines General Audition Information Admissions FAQs Need More Info? Meet the Admissions Team
International Applicants Exchange Applicants Transfer & Special Applicants Accepted Students
Undergraduate Graduate Doctoral Studies Professional Studies Certificate Artist Diploma Precollege (Ages 5-18) MSM Summer (Ages 8-17)
George Manahan
Conducting, Director of Orchestral Activities (College)
Director of Choral Activities (College)
Conducting, Organ (College)
Conducting (College)
Associate Director of Choral Activities
Conductor (College)