Music majors learn the historical, theoretical, aesthetic and practical approaches to the study of Western art music. At Creighton, you’ll receive a comprehensive musical education that prepares you for a variety of post-graduate options.
Music Minor
The music minor will give you a solid foundation in musical arts. The minor provides a basic understanding of music theory, music history, ear training, sight-singing and performance on voice or a selected instrument.
Outcomes
The median salary for those with a bachelor’s degree in music is $42,000, and nearly 20% of music graduates go on to work in education, according to the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.
Music graduates are also found in:
- Music industry and business
- Music therapy
- Communications and media
- Library science
- Professional, community and church conducting and composing
Many music graduates go on to advanced study in music, law, education and the health sciences; professional employment with performing organizations; arts administration positions; and private employment (such as private music instruction).