The School of Music is strongly committed to the highest level of musical training. A significant emphasis is placed on developing professional level musicianship skills on both the undergraduate and graduate levels of study. A concentration in Music Education prepares students to teach vocal or instrumental music in public schools. Students seeking teacher licensure must meet all the standards of the College of Education and Psychology. Keep in mind, however, that some fields will require graduate study or further schooling of some kind.
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The internet is a fantastic source of information. A broad range of resources on career fields, internships, and job search information is also available in the Academic Advising and Career Development Resource Center located in 303 Wilson Hall. The major in music is demanding in many ways. An audition must be passed to enter, performance tests are given each semester of study to see that progress is sufficient, and much time is expected of majors in practicing their specialty and rehearsing in ensembles. Music theory is probably the most demanding course in the music major.