The Kentucky Department of Education and Professional Standards Board mandated that separate choral and instrumental education tracks be consolidated into a single-track B.M.E. certification. Georgetown College implemented this change in Fall 1998. Study of the student's major instrument is also necessary to develop proper musical and technical skills.
Opportunities are available for performing in various primary and secondary ensembles.
Membership in a primary ensemble must be held every semester of residence. The ensemble requirement is waived during the semester of student teaching. For example, instrumental students will register for Instrumental Literature, Advanced Instrumental Methods and Advanced Instrumental Conducting. Voice students will register for Choral Literature, Advanced Choral Methods and Advanced Choral Conducting. Professional preparation for teaching music in schools involves a general understanding of the total music curriculum in the schools, and methods and materials for teaching music at all levels in choral and instrumental programs.