Bachelor of Music - Music Performance (Optional Co-op)

The Bachelor of Music in hand, students follow a common path toward an advanced degree at the master and doctoral levels. Most musicians engage in a mix of jobs and professional activities combining the roles of performer, composer, contractor, teacher, arts administrator, continuing student, volunteer, or music technologist. Admission to the performance option is by recommendation of the studio instructor. Students in this option select an emphasis in composition, instrumental, jazz, piano or vocal performance.

The music performance curriculum is designed for student who wish Performance to perform professionally with orchestras, military bands, jazz bands, opera companies, or in musical theater. This course of study also prepares students to pursue graduate degrees at the master's and doctoral levels in preparation for a university teaching career. Classes in music history, music theory, and advanced private studio instruction are combined with extensive solo, chamber, and large ensemble performance opportunities.