Music, Minor

Location(s): On Campus

The Music Department provides an engaging environment for the student musician as well as for the general student. Instruction in music is available to all students, regardless of major, and our music ensembles and private music lessons afford them experiences that are personal and central to the liberal arts college experience. The department offers numerous curated events, including concerts and masterclasses that feature students, faculty, and renowned guest artists.

The Music Department is an active participant in interdisciplinary and community-focused activities across campus and in regional and international arenas, offering students leadership and performance opportunities ranging from local churches to international concert venues.

Minor Requirements: Music (18 total credit hours)

MUS 100: Introduction to Piano and Musicianship Credit: 3
MUS 182: Harmony and Tonality Credit: 3
MUS 150: From Bach to Rock Credit: 3
OR
MUS 215: Women, Music, and Culture Credit: 3
Music Elective - any MUS or MUP classes Credit: 3
Ensembles: MUP 101 , MUP 102 , MUP 103 , or MUP 104 Credit: 4 - 2 hours must be MUP 101
Applied lessons in the same instrument - voice or piano class are acceptable Credit: 2

Musical Theatre.

Students with interest in Musical Theatre are encouraged to choose the music major with the theatre minor or the self-designed interdisciplinary major.

Music Education.

Students with interest in Music Education are encouraged to double major in Music and Education or major in Music and minor in Education.

Resources for Non-Majors.

Music courses available to all students include private music instruction, music ensembles, and a variety of special topic courses. Numerous concerts, recitals, workshops, and master classes by guest artists are offered for the benefit of students and the community.