Music, B.A.

Music Major

All requirements for music majors seeking a B.A. or B.S. degree in Music are outlined below.

Core Curriculum Requirements (30-36 credits)

For more information see Core Curriculum .

Music Core (52-56 credits)

• Applied Major – 6 semesters
• MUSC 100 - Introduction to Music Literature
• MUSC 101 - Recital Attendance (6 semesters)
• MUSC 111 - Theory I
• MUSC 112 - Theory II
• MUSC 211 - Theory III
• MUSC 212 - Theory IV
• MUSC 114 - Ear Training and Sight Singing I
• MUSC 115 - Ear Training and Sight Singing II
• MUSC 214 - Training and Sight Singing III
• MUSC 215 - Training and Sight Singing IV
• Choral or Instrumental Ensemble.

(Chosen from MUSC 145, 147, 151, 310, 434, 435, 436, 455, 456, 457)

• MUSC 161 - First Year Class Piano
• MUSC 162 - First Year Class Piano

• (for non-keyboard majors only)

• MUSC 321 - History of Music
• MUSC 322 - History of Music
• MUSC 417 - Form and Analysis
• Music Electives

B.A. Degree Requirements (6-8 credits)

The Bachelor of Arts degree requires completion of the B.A. language requirements described here .

Electives (15-23 credits)

Students should consult with their advisors in selecting elective courses to complete the 120 semester hours needed for graduation. Suggested emphases include performance, composition, music technology and accompanying.

Total Credits Needed for Degree (120)