School of Music

The B.A. in Music is designed for students who want to major in music while receiving a broad, liberal arts education. In addition to the traditional Bachelor of Arts in Music, we also offer a concentration in musical theatre for voice students. Learn more about the Bachelor of Arts in Music.

This degree offers an excellent general education combined with rigorous training in an area of emphasis (composition, jazz studies, music education, music theory or performance). One-on-one training with world-class faculty and visiting artist/teachers and diverse performance opportunities prepare our graduates for the challenges of a career in music.

You can choose one of several areas of emphasis for your bachelor’s of music degree: Composition Area, Jazz Studies Area, Music Education Area, Performance Area, Theory Area. Learn more about the Bachelor of Music.

Created in cooperation with the nationally renowned Darla Moore School of Business and the University’s Sport and Entertainment Management program, the Bachelor of Science in Music Industry Studies is a liberal arts degree with a major in music industry studies featuring coursework intended to provide students desiring a career in the $12.8 billion music industry with the skills and dispositions that can make the dream a reality. Along with classes focused in the various music industries, business, marketing, and recording skills, students will also acquire an education in musical theory, history, and performance, creating well-rounded graduates able to speak the language of music as well as navigate the myriad aspects of the music industry. Learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Music Industry Studies.