Conservatory of Music, Theater and Dance

UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS

 

Associate in Music‎

The Associate in Music program is a two-year course that leads to a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Pedagogy. The program caters to students who are inclined to music classroom teaching. As with that of Bachelor of Music, the program also focuses on knowledge and skill development in a chosen instrument.


    • • Provide students with a solid understanding of fundamental music concepts including notation, rhythm, harmony, melody, form, and basic music theory principles.
    • • Enhance students' music literacy skills, including sight-reading, ear training, and listening comprehension, to facilitate their ability to learn and perform music independently.
    • • Provide opportunities for students to participate in musical ensembles such as bands, choirs, orchestras, or chamber groups, fostering collaborative skills, ensemble awareness, and performance experience.
    • • Introduce students to the historical development of music, major composers, significant works, and stylistic characteristics across different periods and cultures, cultivating a deeper understanding and appreciation of music as an art form.
    • • Provide a well-rounded education by integrating general education courses in subjects such as English composition, mathematics, natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities, enhancing students' critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
    • • Prepare students for transfer to four-year colleges or universities to pursue further study in music or related fields.
    • • Foster students' personal and artistic growth by encouraging creativity, self-expression, self-discipline, perseverance, and a lifelong passion for music, nurturing well-rounded individuals and future contributors to the arts community.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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BACHELOR OF MUSIC MAJOR IN COMPOSITION

The program Bachelor of Music major in Composition trains students to be well-versed in the language and framework of traditional Western music and contemporary musical ideas. Students will be introduced to different styles and repertoire, which will expand their musical knowledge. Also, they will be taught the theoretical, conceptual, and practical aspects of music to make them competent composers of art music.


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Provide students with the necessary knowledge, techniques, and tools to compose original music across a variety of styles, genres, and forms, including classical, contemporary, electronic, film scoring, and experimental music.
    • • Enhance students' understanding of music theory, harmony, counterpoint, form, orchestration, and analysis, enabling them to apply theoretical concepts creatively in their compositions.
    • • Develop students' ear training and aural skills, including melodic dictation, harmonic analysis, interval identification, and sight-singing, to facilitate the process of composing and arranging music by ear.
    • • Familiarize students with the capabilities and characteristics of different instruments and ensembles, and provide training in orchestration techniques, scoring for various instrumental combinations, and arranging for different musical contexts.
    • • Cultivate students' abilities to critically listen to and analyze music from different genres, styles, cultures, and historical periods, developing a deeper understanding of musical aesthetics, trends, and traditions.
    • • Encourage students to discover and cultivate their personal artistic voice, style, and identity as composers, empowering them to express their unique perspectives, emotions, and experiences through their music.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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Bachelor of Music in Music Pedagogy with Emphasis

The program Bachelor of Music in Music Pedagogy with Emphasis provides comprehensive training for music students inclined to classroom teaching. The program enhances students' teaching abilities either in a classroom or one-on-one setting. Knowledge and skill of a chosen instrument will be one of the focus areas for development.

Students majoring in music pedagogy can choose any of the following instrument emphases: Piano, Voice, Violin, Guitar, and Flute. 


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Provide students with a solid foundation in music pedagogy theories, principles, and methodologies, including child development, learning styles, assessment techniques, and educational psychology.
    • • Offer specialized instruction in instrumental or vocal pedagogy, focusing on techniques for teaching specific instruments or voice types, addressing technical, expressive, and stylistic aspects of performance.
    • • Develop students' skills in designing, implementing, and evaluating music curriculum and lesson plans for various educational settings, including schools, community programs, private studios, and online platforms.
    • • Equip students with effective teaching strategies, instructional techniques, classroom management skills, and differentiation strategies to accommodate diverse learners and create inclusive and engaging learning environments.
    • • Familiarize students with a wide range of repertoire appropriate for different age groups, skill levels, and musical preferences, and provide guidance on selecting repertoire that supports students' musical development and interests.
    • • Integrate music technology tools and resources into teaching and learning activities, including interactive software, digital music notation, recording equipment, multimedia presentations, and online learning platforms.
    • • Engage students in pedagogical research projects, inquiry-based learning experiences, and reflective practices to investigate current trends, best practices, and innovations in music education and pedagogy.
    • • Encourage students to actively engage with their local communities through music outreach programs, partnerships with schools and community organizations, and service-learning projects that promote access to music education for all.
    • • Provide opportunities for students to participate in workshops, conferences, seminars, and professional organizations related to music education, pedagogy, and teaching practice, fostering ongoing growth and networking in the field.
    • • Offer instruction in performance pedagogy for students interested in teaching applied music lessons, including techniques for coaching, repertoire selection, practice strategies, and performance preparation.
    • • Instill a commitment to lifelong learning, growth, and artistic development in students, fostering curiosity, creativity, resilience, and a passion for excellence in their musical endeavors beyond graduation.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE MAJOR IN FLUTE

The program Bachelor of Music in Performance major in Flute provides students with the fundamentals, core knowledge, and techniques of playing the flute to hone their performance skills. Students will be extensively trained to perform with the flute as a solo instrument and as a part of an ensemble.


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Develop students' technical proficiency on the flute, including tone production, intonation, articulation, finger dexterity, breath control, and extended techniques, enabling them to perform with precision, agility, and expressiveness.
    • • Cultivate students' interpretive skills and musicianship, including phrasing, dynamics, tempo, color, style, and musical expression, enabling them to convey the emotional and artistic intent of the music through their performances.
    • • Offer opportunities for students to gain orchestral experience by performing in university orchestras, wind ensembles, and chamber orchestras, as well as through internships, auditions, and freelance engagements with professional orchestras.
    • • Provide individualized instruction and mentoring through private lessons with faculty members who are experienced flutists and educators, offering personalized feedback, guidance, and support tailored to each student's needs and goals.
    • • Introduce students to the principles and techniques of flute pedagogy, teaching methods, curriculum development, and classroom management, preparing them for careers as private instructors, studio teachers, and music educators.
    • • Instill a commitment to lifelong learning, growth, and artistic development in students, fostering curiosity, creativity, resilience, and a passion for excellence in their musical endeavors beyond graduation.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE MAJOR IN GUITAR

The program Bachelor of Music in Performance major in Guitar is a one-on-one instruction in classical guitar playing covering techniques, music reading, interpretation, and stage etiquette.  Students will be trained for solo and ensemble performance.  


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Develop students' technical proficiency on the guitar, including fingerstyle technique, picking technique, fretboard navigation, chord voicings, scales, arpeggios, and advanced techniques such as tapping, sweeping, and harmonics.
    • • Cultivate students' interpretative skills and musicianship, including phrasing, dynamics, articulation, tempo, expression, and stylistic authenticity, enabling them to convey the emotional and artistic intent of the music through their performances.
    • • Familiarize students with a diverse repertoire of guitar music spanning different genres, styles, historical periods, and cultural traditions, including solo works, chamber music, ensemble pieces, arrangements, and original compositions.
    • • Provide opportunities for students to develop their solo performance skills through recitals, concerts, competitions, masterclasses, and studio lessons, showcasing their technical prowess, musicality, and stage presence as soloists.
    • • Facilitate opportunities for students to collaborate with other musicians in guitar ensembles, duos, trios, quartets, and larger chamber groups, developing ensemble skills, communication, and teamwork.
    • • Provide individualized instruction and mentoring through private lessons with faculty members who are experienced guitarists and educators, offering personalized feedback, guidance, and support tailored to each student's needs and goals.
    • • Prepare students for auditions, competitions, recitals, and other performance opportunities through thorough rehearsal techniques, stage presence training, mock auditions, repertoire selection, and mental preparation strategies.
    • • Encourage students to develop skills in improvisation and composition for the guitar, exploring creative techniques, harmonic progressions, melodic motifs, rhythmic patterns, and formal structures in their original works and improvisations.
    • • Enhance students' understanding of music theory and analysis as it applies to the guitar, including chord construction, harmonic progressions, melodic development, formal analysis, and historical context.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE MAJOR IN PIANO

The program Bachelor of Music in Performance major in Piano develops students’ piano proficiency skills, namely score reading, sight reading, harmonization, accompaniment, and transposition. Students will be intensively exposed to basic keyboard training. 


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Cultivate students' interpretive skills and musicianship, including phrasing, dynamics, articulation, tempo, rubato, and stylistic authenticity across different genres, periods, and composers, enabling them to convey the emotional and artistic intent of the music through their performances.
    • • Familiarize students with a broad repertoire of piano music spanning different styles, periods, genres, and cultural traditions, including solo works, chamber music, concerto repertoire, transcriptions, arrangements, and original compositions.
    • • Provide opportunities for students to develop their solo performance skills through recitals, concerts, competitions, masterclasses, and studio lessons, showcasing their technical prowess, musicality, and stage presence as soloists.
    • • Facilitate opportunities for students to collaborate with other musicians as accompanists, chamber musicians, rehearsal pianists, and collaborative artists, developing ensemble skills, communication, and teamwork.
    • • Offer opportunities for students to perform piano concertos with orchestras, wind ensembles, or chamber orchestras, providing valuable experience in concerto repertoire, orchestral collaboration, and soloist-conductor dynamics.
    • • Provide individualized instruction and mentoring through private lessons with faculty members who are experienced pianists and educators, offering personalized feedback, guidance, and support tailored to each student's needs and goals.
    • • Prepare students for auditions, competitions, recitals, and other performance opportunities through thorough rehearsal techniques, stage presence training, mock auditions, repertoire selection, and mental preparation strategies.
    • • Enhance students' understanding of music theory and analysis as it applies to piano repertoire, including harmonic analysis, formal structure, thematic development, stylistic characteristics, and historical context.
    • • Introduce students to the principles and techniques of piano pedagogy, teaching methods, curriculum development, and classroom management, preparing them for careers as private instructors, studio teachers, and music educators.
    • • Instill a commitment to lifelong learning, growth, and artistic development in students, fostering curiosity, creativity, resilience, and a passion for excellence in their musical endeavors beyond graduation.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE MAJOR IN VIOLIN

The program Bachelor of Music in Performance major in Violin is a hands-on practical study of the violin and its acoustics. The program, which uses standard method and exercise books, provides students with the basic and core knowledge in the use of the instrument. 


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Develop advanced technical proficiency on the violin, including bowing techniques, left-hand dexterity, intonation, vibrato, shifting, and articulation, enabling students to perform with precision, clarity, and expressiveness across a wide range of repertoire.
    • • Cultivate students' ability to interpret and convey the emotional and artistic intent of musical compositions through nuanced phrasing, dynamics, tone color, and stylistic authenticity, fostering a deep understanding of the music they perform.
    • • Prepare students for solo performance opportunities such as recitals, competitions, auditions, and public concerts, allowing them to showcase their technical prowess, musicality, and stage presence as solo violinists.
    • • Provide opportunities for students to gain orchestral experience by performing in university orchestras, chamber orchestras, and other ensemble settings, honing their skills in ensemble playing, ensemble blending, and orchestral repertoire.
    • • Offer individualized instruction and mentorship through private lessons with experienced violin faculty, providing students with personalized feedback, guidance, and support tailored to their individual needs, goals, and aspirations.
    • • Deepen students' understanding of music theory, harmony, form, and analysis as it relates to violin repertoire, enabling them to interpret and perform music with greater insight, understanding, and musicality.
    • • Encourage students to develop their unique artistic voice, expression, and interpretation, fostering creativity, authenticity, and a personal connection to the music they perform.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PERFORMANCE MAJOR IN VOICE

The program Bachelor of Music in Performance major in Voice trains students in classical, Broadway, or contemporary singing style. Fundamental and core techniques, as well as techniques unique to that singing style, will be taught to students in a one-on-one instruction with high-caliber faculty. Students are trained immensely to become competitive professional singers.


PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES:

    • • Develop a solid foundation in vocal technique, including breath support, resonance, articulation, diction, range extension, and vocal agility, enabling students to produce a healthy, well-supported, and expressive vocal sound across a variety of repertoire.
    • • Cultivate students' ability to interpret and convey the emotional and artistic intent of vocal music through expressive phrasing, dynamic shading, tonal color, and stylistic authenticity, fostering a deep understanding of the texts and music they perform.
    • • Familiarize students with a diverse repertoire of vocal music spanning different genres, styles, periods, languages, and composers, including art songs, opera arias, oratorio solos, musical theater selections, and contemporary repertoire.
    • • Prepare students for solo performance opportunities such as recitals, concerts, competitions, auditions, and public appearances, allowing them to showcase their technical skill, musicianship, and stage presence as solo vocalists.
    • • Develop students' ensemble singing skills through participation in vocal ensembles, choirs, vocal chamber groups, and opera productions, fostering effective communication, blend, balance, and musical expression in ensemble settings.
    • • Provide training in vocal diction and pronunciation for various languages commonly found in vocal repertoire, including Italian, French, German, English, and others, ensuring clear and accurate communication of text in performance.
    • • Integrate acting and stagecraft training into vocal performance studies, enabling students to embody characters, convey emotions, and tell stories through their singing, fostering a deeper connection with audiences in performance.
    • • Educate students on vocal health and maintenance practices, including warm-up and cool-down exercises, vocal hygiene, injury prevention, and recovery strategies, ensuring the longevity and sustainability of their vocal careers.
    • • Equip students with the skills and confidence necessary to prepare for auditions, including repertoire selection, audition etiquette, performance practice, and mental preparation techniques, enabling them to present their best selves in audition settings.
    • • Deepen students' understanding of music theory, harmony, form, and analysis as it relates to vocal repertoire, enabling them to interpret and perform music with greater insight, understanding, and musicality.
    • • Introduce students to principles of vocal pedagogy, teaching methods, vocal anatomy, physiology, and psychology, preparing them for potential careers as voice teachers, studio instructors, and music educators.

      • PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

        • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
        • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
        • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
        • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
        • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
        • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
        • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
        • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
        • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
        • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
        • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
        • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

      CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

        • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
        • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
        • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
        • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
        • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
        • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
        • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
        • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
        • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
        • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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Bachelor of Music Major in Choral Conducting‎


    • • Students will develop their own vocal technique and musicianship as singers, cultivating healthy vocal production, intonation, diction, breath support, resonance, and expression, which are essential for effective choral conducting.
    • • Students will acquire strategies for planning and conducting efficient and productive choral rehearsals, including score preparation, warm-up exercises, vocal exercises, sectionals, and ensemble building activities.
    • • Students will learn how to cultivate ensemble skills such as vocal blend, balance, intonation, rhythm, articulation, phrasing, and listening, creating a cohesive and unified choral sound that reflects the artistic vision of the conductor.
    • • Students will encourage artistic expression and creativity among singers, fostering an environment where singers feel empowered to express themselves musically and emotionally through their singing.
    • • Students will develop leadership skills necessary to lead and inspire choral singers, including communication, collaboration, motivation, empathy, adaptability, and resilience in rehearsal and performance settings.
    • • Students will develop a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development, staying abreast of advancements in choral conducting, music education, vocal pedagogy, and repertoire, and continuously refining their craft as choral musicians.
    • • Students will recognize the value of choral music in enriching communities, fostering cultural understanding, promoting social cohesion, and advocating for the arts, and actively engage in community outreach initiatives, performances, workshops, and collaborations.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES:

    • • Demonstrate technical proficiency in at least one instrument and/or voice.
    • • Exhibit a high level of musicianship in terms of musical and stylistic interpretation.
    • • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of music history.
    • • Demonstrate an advanced level of aural discrimination and sight-reading skills.
    • • Demonstrate keyboard skills needed in their areas of specialty.
    • • Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of techniques/strategies/pedagogies/materials used in the professional setting of their areas of specialization: performance, music therapy, music education, and general music.
    • • Exhibit knowledge of technology and its application to learning, research, and workplaces.
    • • Manifest ability to gather, process, and apply data related to their studies and future professions.
    • • stablish an understanding of the possible impact of their personal conduct and their future profession on the socio-economic, ethnic, and diverse makeup of the populations with which they may work.
    • • Demonstrate strategies for integrating music with other disciplines.
    • • Exhibit commitment to continuous growth and development as a musician and as a human being.
    • • Engage in professional associations and volunteer for a leadership position.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    • • Graduates can pursue careers as professional musicians, performing as soloists, ensemble members, orchestral musicians, chamber musicians, or vocalists in a variety of settings, including concert halls, theaters, opera houses, recording studios, and music festivals.
    • • Graduates can become music educators, teaching in schools, conservatories, community music schools, private studios, or through individual instruction. They may teach instrumental or vocal lessons, conduct ensembles, or teach music theory, history, and ear training.
    • • Graduates with strong conducting skills can pursue careers as conductors of orchestras, wind ensembles, choirs, or chamber ensembles. They may work with amateur or professional ensembles, schools, churches, or community organizations.
    • • Graduates with a knack for composition and arranging can pursue careers as composers, creating original music for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, dance, or concert performance. They may also work as arrangers, adapting existing music for different instrumentation or settings.
    • • Graduates can become music therapists, using music to address physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals of all ages and abilities. They may work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, nursing homes, or private practice, facilitating music-based interventions to promote healing, wellness, and personal growth.
    • • Graduates can work in arts administration, managing organizations such as orchestras, opera companies, performing arts centers, festivals, or music schools. They may handle programming, marketing, fundraising, finance, operations, and strategic planning to support the organization's mission and goals.
    • • Graduates with technical skills can work as sound engineers, recording engineers, or producers in recording studios, live sound venues, or broadcast facilities. They may oversee the recording, mixing, and mastering of music productions, ensuring high-quality audio output.
    • • Graduates with strong writing skills can pursue careers as music journalists, critics, bloggers, or editors for newspapers, magazines, websites, or online publications. They may review concerts, albums, or performances, interview artists, report on music news, or analyze trends in the music industry.
    • • Graduates can work in various roles within the music industry, including artist management, talent booking, music publishing, copyright administration, marketing, publicity, A&R (Artist and Repertoire), music licensing, or event management.
    • • Graduates can start their own businesses or ventures in the music industry, such as founding a music school, starting a record label, launching a concert series, developing music-related apps or software, or offering specialized services such as instrument repair, music retail, or music therapy consultancy.

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