Supervised practicum work with people having emotional, learning, and physical disabilities begins in the freshman year. A six-month internship is required to apply to become a Board Certified Music Therapist. The B.A. in Music History is a liberal arts degree program combining the study of music with the humanities. This program provides excellent background for writing, music criticism, and graduate work in music history. Performance The B.Mus. program in Performance prepares students for careers as performing musicians.
Concentrations are available in all orchestral instruments, piano, guitar, organ, and voice.
Students must give at least two recitals and perform in a variety of ensembles, and often have opportunities for outside work as well. A senior recital of original compositions is presented. Students must show evidence of composition skills to be admitted to this concentration. M.A. programs are tailored to meet the needs of the individual student and take into account his or her experience in music. Certification - Education Students holding a B.A. or a B.Mus.