BA/BS in Music

The music performance bachelor's suits students who want strong performance skill and musicianship inside a liberal arts setting. Private lessons pair each student with a professor or working professional on a primary instrument. Complementary work includes theory, history, improvisation in jazz and ensemble playing. The four-year plan prepares graduates for professional music careers or graduate study. The Department of Music belongs to the national schools-of-music accrediting association and also provides pre-certification, sacred music and recording technology audience paths. Auditions are required for admission to music majors. Prospective majors can review audition guidelines and sign-up dates on the department page. The department also publishes student handbooks and audition information for incoming students. Several concentrations exist alongside the performance degree.