Options leads to certification to teach music at all levels of the public schools. The Studio Teaching Option is preparation for a music career in private instrumental or vocal instruction, and does not lead to certification to teach music in the public schools. A Music Option is provided in the Department of Education curriculum in Elementary Education. Training is provided in the alternate field so graduates are prepared to teach both disciplines. Emphasis is equally divided between musical performance, pedagogy, and historical and theoretical study.
All options provide preparation for graduate school.
A selection of courses in music education, music theory, and music history are offered at the graduate level. Graduate students may pursue a special emphasis in music education as part of a Master of Education degree program in the Department of Education. The Department of Music offers classes to all students regardless of academic major. Some music courses satisfy University core requirements. Interested students may study band and orchestral instruments, voice, piano, and guitar.