Music Performance Concentration

Students in the Music Performance concentration receive comprehensive training in music theory, aural skills, and keyboard skills, as well as a broad overview of Western music history. Students pursue mastery of a primary instrument through private lessons and ensemble experiences.

Admission to the Music Performance concentration and scholarship consideration is by competitive audition.

Major Requirements (36 hours):

Foundational Training and Musicianship (18 hours):

• MUSC 127 - GarageBand, Logic & More
• MUSC 200, 202, 300 - Music Theory I-III
• MUSC 201, 203, 301, 303 - Aural Skills I-IV
• MUSC 208, 209 - Keyboard Skills I & II

Music History and Literature (6 hours):

• MUSC 210, 211 - Music History I & II

Applied Music/Private Lessons (6 hours):

• MUSC 278-299

Large Ensembles (6 hours) from:

• MUSC 260 - Concert Choir
• MUSC 265 - Symphonic Wind Ensemble
• MUSC 270 - Chamber Orchestra

Additional Requirements:

• Enroll in MUSC 199 - Recital Attendance for 6 semesters
• Pass applied music exam at the end of each semester of private lessons.
• Perform on recital each semester of private lessons.
• Maintain a 2.0 cumulative average in music courses.
• Optional Senior Recital (MUSC 450) during the senior year