Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia is dedicated to the advancement of music and to brotherhood among its members engaged in music activities. Phi Sigma, an honorary professional music sorority, aims to foster excellence in music performance and scholarship and to provide a social outlet for its members. Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Phi Sigma regularly serve as hosts for receptions and other musical events. Ensembles All music majors shall participate in a major ensemble appropriate to their field of applied study each semester. Circumstances for waiving this requirement shall be reviewed by the chairperson in consultation with the major ensemble director.
All ensemble courses grant one hour of credit each semester.
Concert Choir, Concert Band, Concert Orchestra, Piano Accompanying, Percussion Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Chamber Singers, Chamber Music, Chorale, Opera Workshop, and Stage Band. All music majors shall enroll in applied music appropriate to their primary areas of performance each semester. The Applied Music curriculum is designed to foster maximum development of skill and insight in musical performance. Students have an opportunity to gain experience in performing before an audience through participation in weekly recital programs held throughout the school year. Upon beginning study, a student improperly classified will be reregistered at the proper level during the first week of the semester.