Licence en Musique

Northeastern offers both a B.A. in Music and a B.M. in Music.

The Bachelor of Arts is designed for students who wish to study music in the context of a comprehensive liberal arts experience, immersing themselves in both the practice and theory. The program's flexibility allows students to pursue specific music topics to augment their interests, as well as broaden their post-graduate career paths.

Students in the Bachelor of Music program choose an emphasis:

• Vocal performance
• Instrumental performance
• K-12 music education: vocal
• K-12 music education: instrumental

Program Benefits

Programs accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Accreditation symbolizes “a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between the work of individual institutions and the work of the entire community of institutions that prepare musicians at the collegiate level.”

Career Opportunities

The Music programs prepare you for careers in areas such as:

• Music performance
• Music education

Minors

• Dance
• Music

Testimonial

“I had one specific goal. I was going to get signed to a major label. ... It took a year, but I did it. I signed with Atlantic Records.” - Michael Angelo Batio

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Northeastern Illinois University is one of the most diverse universities in the United States with a welcoming community of more than 7,000 students. Small classes mean you will work closely with our excellent faculty who will help you discover and develop ideas that will shape the future. You will learn to think critically, adapt to change, solve problems, and become a leader in your chosen field—qualities employers desire.

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The diversity of Chicago is reflected in the shops and restaurants that are just walking distance from NEIU thus you will never be far from the food and other items that you are used to at home. Northeastern offers students the best of both worlds—access to all Chicago has to offer and a retreat from its hustle and bustle.

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