Music, BA

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(Bachelor of Arts)

Keyboard and Theory Placement Tests are required for all music majors prior to beginning the first semester of classes.

In addition to the University requirements listed in Majors and Minors , acceptance into the Music major requires passing the piano proficiency, being approved for applied study at the 300 level, and passing the sophomore review.

All music majors must take the following courses (39 hours):

Applied and Ensemble Credit (14 hours) as follows:

2 hours of primary applied music at the 100 level

2 hours of primary applied music at the 200 level

1 hour of primary applied music at the 300 level

1 hour of MUS 399 (Junior Recital/Project)

1 hour of primary applied music at the 400 level

1 hour of MUS 499 (Senior Recital/Project)

6 hours of approved ensemble credit (4 in major ensemble, 2 in secondary ensemble) and

Music Electives (8 hours)

Note(s):

If the student does not pass the entire piano proficiency examination at the conclusion of MUS 154, applied piano must be taken each semester until the exam is passed.