Renowned for their thorough training of young composers, Boston Conservatory’s composition programs provide a strong foundation for a lifetime of expression through music.

Programs

  • B.M.
    Bachelor of Music in Composition
    Four-Year Program
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  • M.M.
    Master of Music in Composition
    Two-Year Program
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  • P.S.C.
    Professional Studies Certificate in Composition
    One-Year Program
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  • G.P.D.
    Graduate Performance Diploma in Composition
    Two-Year Program
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Your Department

Meet Your Mentors

A Place to Experiment—with a Little Help from the Pros

Boston Conservatory’s student composers collaborate with leading contemporary classical artists to create new works, embracing a playful, “sandbox” approach. 

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Conservatory music majors may pursue a minor in Africana Studies, to examine in detail how the African diaspora continues to shape the performing arts and cultures around the world.

Student Spotlight

Grigori Balasanyan

The Armenian composer, who was named Boston Conservatory at Berklee's 2025 student commencement speaker, talks about his opera's premiere and the documentary being made about it, as well as his plans to continue his education at Boston Conservatory.

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In a Year

  • 30 concerts featuring student-composed works
  • 180 debuts of student-composed work
  • 225+ new works presented in concert

Faculty Spotlight

Boston Conservatory at Berklee Faculty Member Receives Guggenheim Fellowship

Eun Young Lee was recognized for her distinguished work as a composer.

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Featured Story

Q&A with Visiting Artist Lei Liang

The acclaimed composer discusses his collaboration with Boston Conservatory, his work as a research artist, and what it means to listen creatively.

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