Music

Bachelor of Arts

Explore Your Passion. Shape Your Future.

Music means different things to different people, but if it means everything to you, the Bachelor of Arts in Music may be the perfect fit. Whether your passion lies in making music or simply appreciating it, this flexible and customizable degree allows you to turn that passion into a meaningful career.

The B.A. in Music offers a broad foundation in music while allowing you to specialize in areas that inspire you. Students can tailor their senior projects to focus on performance, composition, music technology, music history, and more. The program also supports interdisciplinary exploration, making it an excellent choice for students who want to combine their music studies with another field. Popular double majors include Marketing, Communication Studies, Cinema, Television & Media Production, Computer Science, English, Management, and Public Administration. With countless possibilities, this degree empowers you to shape a unique academic and professional path.

Areas of specialization

Commercial Music

Students interested in the music industry may wish to pursue the emphasis in Commercial Music.

Performance

The emphasis in Music Performance is intended for individuals who aspire to careers performing, conducting, writing or teaching music outside of the public schools.

Business

The emphasis in Business provides practical learning opportunities in the fields of music, business, and the music entertainment industry. Note: Music Business does not require an entrance audition for acceptance into the program.

Sample Career Options

Performer
Composer
Conductor
Music publisher
Entertainment management
Music librarian
Recording engineer
Music retailer
Music reviewer/writer
Private music instructor
School music teacher
Professional musician

Admission Requirements
Admission to the Department of Music requires prospective students to complete the university application. Audition results determine placement in music courses and are considered as part of acceptance to the degree program.

At the audition, candidates will be asked to discuss their musical background, career goals, musical and general areas of interest. Preliminary diagnostic exams are taken in: (a) harmony and theory, (b) ear training, (c) sight singing, and (d) piano skills. Students may receive the university's academic admissions decision prior to the audition process. Acceptance decision to the music programs will follow shortly.

The Department of Music also offers several minors:

Degree Information

Student Learning Outcomes

Music (BA)
1. Perform with competence as soloist and ensemble members.
2. Identify, define, and engage the elements of music in sound and notation.
3. Describe current practices and historical trends in music.

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