Music - Bachelor of Arts

The music program promotes an understanding and appreciation of musical expression as part of a liberal arts education. Students increase their knowledge of theory and history across diverse musical cultures. Music majors develop their abilities through ear-training, sight-singing, harmony, orchestration, composition, and conducting. Music majors and other community members have a wide range of performance opportunities through college choirs, instrumental ensembles, and individual recitals. These performers develop a wide musical repertoire that reinforces spiritual values, promotes the university’s mission, and provides an important outreach to local and regional audiences. Graduates may go on to be professional musicians; composers; arrangers; producers; music teachers; or creative associates in film, theatre, or television.

Degree Requirements

Required Major Courses

MUS 10000CONCERT ATTENDANCE AND CONVOCATION (No Credit)

MUS 25324MUSIC THEORY AND AURAL SKILLS I (3)

MUS 25325MUSIC THEORY AND AURAL SKILLS II (3)

MUS 36324MUSIC THEORY & AURAL SKILLS III (3)

MUS 36325MUSIC THEORY & AURAL SKILLS IV (3)

MUS 43423MUSIC HISTORY I (3)

MUS 46423MUSIC HISTORY II (3)

MUS 49023RESEARCH AND PERFORMANCE (3)

MUS 16121 Applied Piano (2 credits - continuous study until proficiency passed)

Applied Lessons in Primary Performance Area - lower division (4 semester credit hours)

Applied Lessons in Primary Performance Area - upper division (4 semester credit hours)

Conducted Ensemble Participation - lower division (4 semester credit hours)

Conducted Ensemble Participation - upper divison (4 semester credit hours)

 MUS 10000 (4 semesters)