Academic Programs

Performer/Composer

For advanced students, this integrated approach to musicmaking serves as a vital linchpin in the evolution of original work and the maturation and refining of individual artistic voices.

Composition

Long noted for its important contributions to contemporary musical innovation, the school's Composition Program allows each student to develop his or her own artistic voice \through the mastery of a broad range of theories, techniques and creative tools.

Jazz

The Jazz Program is widely recognized for its distinguished faculty, successful alumni and award-winning students. This challenging program helps students develop into highly versatile performers, improvisers and composers.

Music Technology

The Music Technology program allows undergraduates to build strong musical skills while mastering a variety of music-related technologies in the context of pursuing creative work.

Musical Arts

The Musical Arts Program is designed for undergraduates whose diverse interests and multiple musical talents warrant individualized courses of study.

Core Curriculum

The BFA Music Core Curriculum provides undergraduates with a solid basis for the conceptual understanding of musical processes and components, and prepares them for more advanced work in their areas of specialty.