Music, BA

51 credit hours

The 51-credit hour BA in Music is a liberal arts degree that provides a broad, well-rounded education with a solid foundation in musical studies. It is designed for students who want to combine the study of music theory, history, and performance skills with the flexibility to pursue additional interests, such as other areas of music, or a second major/minor in another field.
While providing opportunities for ensemble performance and private instruction, the BA in Music emphasizes critical thinking, historical context, and adaptability, preparing graduates for a wide range of careers in music and arts administration, and other fields that value creative and analytical skills.

The Bachelor of Arts in music requires a minimum grade of C in the following major courses:

Requirements

Major Coursework

25 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

MUS 10000 - Fundamentals of Music Credit Hour: 3
MUS 14101 - Music Theory I Credit Hour: 3
MUS 14102 - Ear Training I Credit Hour: 1
MUS 15000 - Music in America Credit Hour: 3
MUS 16500 - Music Appreciation Credit Hour: 3
MUS 21400 - Piano Proficiency I Credit Hour: 1
MUS 21500 - Piano Proficiency II Credit Hour: 1
MUS 24201 - Music Theory II Credit Hour: 3
MUS 24202 - Ear Training II Credit Hour: 1
MUS 25000 - Introduction to Music Technology Credit Hour: 3
MUS 35700 - World Music Credit Hour: 3

Private Lessons Coursework

4 credit hours of private lessons coursework from the following options:

MUS 104XX - Private Lessons Credit Hour: 1-2
MUS 204XX - Private Lessons Credit Hour: 1-2
MUS 304XX - Private Lessons Credit Hour: 1-2
MUS 404XX - Private Lessons Credit Hour: 1-2

Ensemble Coursework

4 credit hours large instrumental or choral ensemble coursework from the following options:

MUS 209XX - Large Ensemble Instrumental Credit Hour: 0-1
MUS 210XX - Large Ensemble Choral Credit Hour: 0-1

History Coursework

6 credit hours of coursework from the following options:

MUS 15500 - Jazz History Credit Hour: 3
MUS 35500 - History of Western Music I Credit Hour: 3
MUS 35600 - History of Western Music II Credit Hour: 3
MUS 35800 - History and Analysis of Jazz and Contemporary Music Credit Hour: 3

Music Elective Coursework

12 credit hours of MUS coursework numbered 30000- or 40000-level courses.

Seminar Coursework

Zero credit hour course in which students are required to enroll every fall and spring semester from matriculation to degree conferral.

MUS 10200 - Concert/Recital Attendance Credit Hour: 0