Dec 02, 2024  
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Music (B.A.)


A successful entrance audition in the appropriate applied area is required for all students who desire to pursue either an associates pathway or undergraduate degree in any music program. Students who exhibit a high level of talent and potential, but are deficient in their applied area, may be offered provisional admission to the degree program and allowed to re-audition following one semester of secondary level study. Students who do not successfully pass the audition will not be admitted into the degree program.

Semester Core Curriculum (Areas A-E) - 42 hours


Refer to Semester Core Curriculum Areas A-E  

Area A1: No exceptions

Area A2: No exceptions

Area B: No exceptions

Area C: No exceptions

Area D: No exceptions

Area E: No exceptions

Area F: Courses Appropriate to the Major - 18 hours


Courses Required for the Major - 60 hours


Required Music Courses - 28 hours


Music Electives - 11 hours


Music Electives (Chosen in consultation with the academic advisor. A maximum of three hours may be in performing ensembles.)

Liberal Arts Courses - 18 hours


Under the direction of the academic advisor and subject to approval by the Head of the Department of Music, the student will select an elective course of study in the liberal arts which may constitute a minor in another discipline or an approved combination of courses suited particularly to the student’s academic needs. At least nine hours in this area must be at the 3000-4000 level.

Modern Language - 3 hours


Language Course - 2000-level or above