Intelligent and lively participation informs every facet of the department?s various degree programs. The core curriculum for music majors provides a thorough foundation in such essential skills as keyboard facility, theoretical understanding, aural perception, and analysis of a wide range of music literature. All majors gain experience with both the intuitive and the intellectual processes of the art. The curriculum is designed to place the specialized study of music in the setting of a liberal arts education and to serve as a firm basis for careers in a wide variety of professions in music and those related to music. The liberal arts music concentration provides a broad basis from which a student may pursue graduate studies or a variety of careers. Three concentrations exist within the bachelor of music. The jazz studies concentration trains the student in the techniques and practices of contemporary jazz styles. The Performance concentration is intended for those having a special interest and promise in the following areas: ?

• Vocal/Choral Performance
• Instrumental Performance
• Opera/Music Theatre