Music, B.A.

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Requirements for the Major:

Twelve courses, including the theory sequence

Three music history courses at the 200-level or above.

Chosen from below:

A world music course

Additional Requirements

Three music electives chosen in consultation with the student’s departmental advisor (at least two 200-level or above)
a two-term senior project and at least
two years of practicum credit in faculty-led ensembles

Requirements for Honors in Music:

To be eligible for departmental honors, a student must fulfill the following requirements: (1) a minimum index of 3.3 in music; (2) for full Majors: a grade of “A minus” or better in a two-term senior project in composition, performance, research, or analysis (AMU 498 -AMU 499 ); for Interdepartmental Majors: a grade of “A minus” or better in a one-term senior project in composition, performance, research, or analysis (AMU 497 ). In addition, the student must satisfy College requirements for departmental honors.

Course Selection Guidelines:

Students are required to consult their music faculty advisors when choosing electives. Concentrations are available in composition, music history, music technology, performance, and ethnomusicology. All students should plan to complete the 100-level music theory sequence early in their music studies. Music Theory 3 is strongly recommended as a capstone theory course for students specializing in composition, performance, or music history. The department values performance as an essential component of musical training. The list of ensembles follows the music course descriptions.