Bachelor of Arts in Music

Do you enjoy making and studying music? The Bachelor of Arts in Music program is for students who enjoy performing and want to make a career of sharing the gift of music with the world. Whether your goals include teaching in a private studio, performing professionally, or something else, you will graduate prepared for the fast-paced world beyond.

The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree is appropriate for the student who has a high interest in music, wants to learn more theoretical and historical aspects, and wants to continue and improve in performance. This degree offers the possibility of minoring or double majoring in another area of interest and taking a wide variety of general core electives. The purpose of the degree does not necessarily promote vocation in a music field after graduation but promotes lifelong advocacy and enjoyment of the art. The degree is completed in four years.

Students in the Bachelor of Arts in Music program devote nearly half of their coursework to specialized music and music performance instruction.

Courses include:

Applied lessons

Large ensemble performances

Chamber music performances

Music theory

Music history

Ear training

Piano

Conducting

Students in this degree present one solo recital in their senior year.

Newberry College has a rich tradition of providing personal attention, challenging academic programs, and a close-knit community that welcomes everyone. We combine our strong liberal arts foundation with specialized professional degree programs to prepare students, such as you, for successful futures.

Newberry College prepares students in the Lutheran liberal arts tradition through our supportive academic community for lifelong intellectual and personal development, meaningful vocation, and engaged citizenship in the global society.