The Department of Music offers a range of degree programs and ensemble experiences for undergraduate and graduate students. The degree programs are as follows:
- Music: Bachelor of Arts (BA) with a major in music, Bachelor of Science (BS) in a unit other than the College of Arts and Sciences with a secondary major in music
- Music Education: Bachelor of Science (BS), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Arts for Teacher Licensure (MAL), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Historical Performance Practice: Master of Arts (MA), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA)
- Musicology: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The Department of Music offers private instruction through the JMP. Music majors should consult with their program advisor before registering for lessons. Non-major students interested in private instruction should visit the department office (Haydn 201) to begin the lesson registration process and learn further details (there are additional fees for non-music majors).
A number of music ensembles are open to all students. Entrance into the primary ensembles may be subject to a gateway audition; others require an audition for part assignment. Students may elect to earn up to one credit unit per semester for participation. Auditions for ensembles are held during the first week of classes each semester.