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Master of Arts in Chinese Music and Culture
中国音乐与文化艺术硕士学位

US-China Music Institute in Collaboration with Asian Studies
The 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 will begin enrolling students in Fall 2022. Professor Jindong Cai from the US-China Music Institute and Professor Lu Kou from Asian Studies serve as the program’s co-chairs.

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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, cochair

Jindong Cai, cochair

"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 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."

Lu Kou, cochair

Lu Kou, cochair

"Our Master of Arts in Chinese Music and Culture program uniquely combines musical training and scholarly research, guiding students to cultivate a deepened, nuanced understanding of China’s rich musical tradition. Since the earliest time in Chinese history, music had been an interdisciplinary inquiry that not only enchanted and connected her devotees but also challenged curious minds to explore, experiment, and push the boundaries of human knowledge. We believe that in music, especially studying Chinese music in America, we will find commonality, connection, and 'concordia discors' — a harmony created out of different, diverse elements."