What you learn in one classroom fits with what you learn in another. Libraries and labs One of Milwaukee's major music libraries is on campus, offering a large collection of written and recorded music. Music students may also use special labs devoted to electronic music, music education and music therapy. Performance Opportunities Milwaukee hosts one of America's top orchestras and many top-quality smaller groups. An extraordinary range of touring artists visit Milwaukee with tastes ranging from classical to rap.
Students take full advantage of Milwaukee's many music outlets.
Students have the opportunity to join The Alverno Chorus, special ensemble groups and community ensembles. This major focuses on mastery of an instrument and the main repertoire associated with it. It combines a strong emphasis on performance coupled with a comprehensive teaching focus. It is the best major for those who want to concentrate on a particular instrument, and prepares students for performance and teaching careers on that instrument. This major leads to state certification as a music teacher in schools.