Bachelor of Arts in Music (Music)

The music curriculum requires a core of music courses and an emphasis in either performance or jazz studies. Students who select this major may wish to teach music privately in a studio, pursue a college teaching career, or a performing career. On completion of the Music performance or jazz studies major, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental elements of music, the ability to understand, communicate, and perform in a variety of styles, and a synthesis of musical learning. Completion of a foreign language through the intermediate level is required. This degree is not a substitute for a music education degree.

Bachelor of Arts in Music (Music Education)

The music education curriculum is designed as an interdisciplinary program for the student planning a career in teaching music. Students majoring in music education must choose either the instrumental or vocal emphasis. Licensure is K-12 vocal/general or K-12 instrumental. This degree requires nine semesters of study. Foreign language through the intermediate level is required. On completion of the Music education major, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of the fundamental elements of music, the ability to understand, communicate, and perform in a variety of styles, and fundamental theory, pedagogy, and methodology of K-12 music education.

Music education students planning to enter the Master of Education program after completing their undergraduate degree should consider taking the following courses for graduate credit (instrumental - EDUC 534, EDUC 536, and EDUC 537; vocal - EDUC 534 and EDUC 535). Taking the graduate credit required courses for either vocal or instrumental would permit music education students to complete a Master of Education program in 12 months beyond their undergraduate program.

Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts (Music Emphasis)

The music emphasis is designed to help students acquire skills in various aspects of music and is taught from an artistic standpoint that prepares students for several music-related careers. Graduates can use their knowledge of basic music theory, solo and ensemble performance practice, and popular and historical music literature for careers in musical theatre, vocal or instrumental coaching, or to assist in studio work. The curriculum leads toward MUSC 490 Senior Project, in which the student engages in practical work related to a desired career in one of these fields.

Bachelor of Arts in Worship Leadership (Area of Biblical Learning - Worship Leadership)

Few ministry roles have such an immediate impact on churches today as the Worship Leader. The curriculum prepares students planning a career in worship ministry. Students are prepared to participate in the ministry staff of a local church and to lead Christian people in worship that is scripturally sound and musically or artistically competent. This major prepares students for such leadership through a combination of biblical studies, historical awareness, general ministry preparation, and artistic skills. This major is a combination of portions of the Bible major and of music and fine arts.

Music Ministry Minor

The music ministry minor fits well with numerous majors. The study of music ministry may serve to foster students' avocational interests as well as prepare them for more concentrated music studies in the future.

Music Minor

The music minor fits well with numerous majors. The minor consists of 19 hours and prepares students for more concentrated music studies in the future.

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