Applied music instruction in piano, voice, string, woodwind, brass and percussion instruments is offered for beginning and advanced students. Elementary and advanced courses are given in music theory and composition. The appreciation, literature and history of music are covered by survey and specialized courses. The school has been an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music since 1933.
The School of Music also offers opportunities for all students of the university to participate in various performing groups. Regular programs are presented on campus and throughout the state by groups such as The University Philharmonic Orchestra, University Wind Ensemble, Marching Mizzou, Symphonic Band, University Band, Jazz Ensembles, Choral Union, University Singers, Chamber Singers, Concert Chorale, Hitt Street Harmony, Women's Choir, Opera Workshop and many vocal, string, percussion and wind chamber ensembles. Membership in these groups is open to interested students by audition, except University Choral Union and University Band, which do not require an audition.