Bachelor of Arts in Music

The following core courses are required for all music students as part of their major.

NOTE: Timely progression in the music core is contingent upon the passing of all aspects of the entrance audition. To avoid conditional admission to the music program, early (pre-college) study in piano and instrumental music is strongly recommended, especially for prospective Music Teacher Education majors. These early studies should include sight-reading, sight-singing, sight- playing, and accompanying. Serious preparation in these areas can significantly reduce the likelihood of conditional acceptance into the program.

Students who complete the core requirements for the bachelor’s degree in music will be proficient in the following student learning outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to perform and/or produce a varied repertoire of music

2. Demonstrate a basic proficiency in oral skills and notation

3. Demonstrate the ability to conduct a variety of musical works

4. Demonstrate the ability to describe and evaluate musical styles and music performances

5. Compose and arrange melodies for solo and instrumental combinations using current music software

6. Define, describe, and identify various musical styles and literature of Western and non-Western culture

The Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A. in Music) offers a broad-based study of music within a liberal arts curriculum. Students interested in general music are encouraged to pursue this degree. In addition to the core requirements, students can elect one of five areas of concentration: , piano, voice, instrument, or composition.

Students who complete the B.A. in Music will be proficient in the following student learning outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the ability to perform standard repertoire at a required level

2. Demonstrate the ability to interpret standard repertoire with appropriate performance practice

3. Demonstrate the ability to analyze, notate, sight read, and conduct various repertoire related to their instrument