This program is designed for students who are planning careers in the public schools. It includes the requirements for a 12-grade music certificate with either vocal or instrumental emphasis or both. The Bachelor of Music program is designed for students who are planning careers in music either as performers or private teachers. It does not meet certification requirements for public school teaching. The Bachelor of Arts degree with a major or minor in music provides for the study of music within a liberal arts curriculum.
Emphasis is placed upon the study and performance of music literature.
It is suitable for preparing students for careers in music other than performance or teaching music in the public schools. The flexibility within the various emphases also allows for a significant amount of study in conducting, composition, and other areas of particular interest to the student. If a performance interest is chosen, study will be with a specialist in the appropriate applied music areas.