Conducting
Conducting is a graduate-level program that includes courses in choral and instrumental conducting at the beginning and advanced levels. Baton and rehearsal techniques, score preparation, and interpretation are stressed. Participating in student ensembles and helping them prepare for public performance is an essential part of the conducting curriculum.
Program Facts
- Program Type: Graduate
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- Master of Music (MM)
- Division: Conducting and Ensembles
Program Director
Raphael Jiménez,
Ruth Strickland Gardner Professor of Conducting
Quick Links
Oberlin Orchestra
Oberlin sponsors approximately 500 concerts on campus each year, including recitals and concerts by the more than 25 student ensembles. From jazz to contemporary guitar, classical to popular, computer-generated to acoustic, and from time-tested compositions to newer works, the college and conservatory present performances to satisfy any musical interest.
Performance EnsemblesWinter Term
Oberlin’s four-week winter term in January encourages students to discover the value of self-directed education. You may pursue individual or group projects that are directly linked to your field of study or explore opportunities unrelated to your major. Complete your project on or off campus.
Student Clubs and Organizations
Student Senate, Chess Club, Solarity, the Oberlin Review—these are among the more than 175 student groups and clubs available to you. From politics to faith and identity, and from special interest to sports, Oberlin has an array of clubs eager for new members, new ideas, and new leadership.
Conducting Faculty
Conservatory faculty maintain active performance schedules while remaining accessible and committed to their students. Individual instruction is paramount to helping students develop their mechanical, technical, stylistic, psychological, and musical skills.
“It is important that students are active in the process of creating music.”
Raphael Jiménez, Ruth Strickland Gardner Professor of Conducting
Conducting News
Arts and Sciences Orchestra Collaboration Premieres December 15
December 10, 2020
Gene Young ’60, Former Oberlin Trumpet Professor, Dies at 79
September 16, 2020
A Conversation with Phlox Ensemble Conductor Sophia Bass
January 30, 2020
