DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

B.A. Music (Piano / Organ) - Degree Requirements

Requirements for a BA in Music with Concentration in Piano or Organ: (50 credits):

  • MUSIC CORE 16 credits

    MUS 1000. Music Core I (4)
    MUS 1100. Music Core II (4)
    MUS 2000. Music Core III (4)
    MUS 2100. Music Core IV (4)
  • ENSEMBLE 8 credits selected from:

    MUS 1310. University Singers
    MUS 1300. Chamber Singers
    MUS 1320. Chapel Choir
    MUS 1340. Instrumental Ensembles
  • PERFORMANCE AND MUSICIANSHIP 14 credits

    MUS 1210. Piano Lessons (2)
    MUS 2210. Piano Lessons (2)
    MUS 3210. Piano Lessons (2)
    MUS 4210. Piano Lessons (2)
    ---or --
    MUS 1220. Organ Lessons (2)
    MUS 2220. Organ Lessons (2)
    MUS 3220. Organ Lessons (2)
    MUS 4220. Organ Lessons (2)
    ---or --
    MUS 3430. Piano Pedagogy (2)
    MUS 3510. Piano/Organ Literature (2)
    MUS 3410. Conducting I (2)
  • DEPARTMENTAL ELECTIVES 12 credits
  • IN ADDITION, EACH BA INSTRUMENTAL STUDIES MAJOR MUST COMPLETE:

    Half solo recital at the 3000 level
    Full solo recital at the 4000 level
    Keyboard proficiency
    Concert attendance as outlined in the Music Student Handbook
Students will be advised in electing additional courses that will complement their career goals.