Music B.A.
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Program description
The BA in music offers students a general course of music study in a liberal arts setting, providing students with an overview of music theory, history, and performance practice, while allowing for students to closely align their personal musical interests and goals by choosing one of the various sub-plans.
By design, the generous number of electives in this degree easily allows students to double major, declare a minor in a complementary interest area, or study additional subject areas in music by selecting music courses beyond what is included in the degree program.
Sub-Plans:
- Academic
- Instrumental
- Jazz and Commercial Music
- Keyboard
- Music Composition
- Vocal
Departmental Honors requirements: Candidates, nominated by music department faculty, receive honors for distinguished achievement in musical performance, composition, or exceptional ability and accomplishment as a music educator.
By design, the generous number of electives in this degree easily allows students to double major, declare a minor in a complementary interest area, or study additional subject areas in music by selecting music courses beyond what is included in the degree program.
Sub-Plans:
- Academic
- Instrumental
- Jazz and Commercial Music
- Keyboard
- Music Composition
- Vocal
Departmental Honors requirements: Candidates, nominated by music department faculty, receive honors for distinguished achievement in musical performance, composition, or exceptional ability and accomplishment as a music educator.
Program last updated
Fall 2025