Academic Catalog - 2024-2025

College of Arts and Letters

Kitt School of Music

Music Performance, Bachelor of Music


Academic Information

Available Emphasis Areas:

This degree provides interactive performance training in either voice or instrument. These emphases are backed by a rich variety of coursework in theory, ear training, music history, and musical genres. The emphasis in Voice requires a demonstration of proficiency in French, German, or Italian.

This program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

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College of Arts and Letters

Kitt School of Music

Music Performance, Bachelor of Music


Careers

What Can I Do with a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance?

Can you see yourself on a stage receiving a standing ovation for your musical talent?  It’s with good reason that music is called the universal language. For most of us, it’s a never-ending inspiration—the soundtrack of our lives. If you’re inspired to compose a life in music, then one of our programs could be the perfect prelude.

We provide a thriving environment for performance, study, creation, and work to help you develop into a well-rounded musician and equip you to become an accomplished performer. You will receive intensive private instruction with faculty musicians, plenty of performance experience, and strong academic preparation for traveling your musical path. The defining activity of your time in the School of Music will be performance. Through performance experience, you’ll develop poise and confidence and learn problem-solving skills transferable to other disciplines.

Note: Note: If you want to major in Performance, you must apply and be accepted to the School of Music’s program in addition to being admitted to the university.

Career opportunities that might be pursued:
  • Education
  • Collegiate band
  • Horn ensemble
  • Jazz band

With further education, one of these paths is possible:
  • Choir director
  • Conductor
  • Music therapist
  • University professor

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Academic Catalog - 2024-2025

College of Arts and Letters

Kitt School of Music

Music Performance, Bachelor of Music


University Requirements

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College of Arts and Letters

Kitt School of Music

Music Performance, Bachelor of Music


Overview

In addition to University Requirements:

Students may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement. Contact your advisor for details.

Minimum Units for Completion 120 - 129
Highest Mathematics Required MAT 114
Additional Admission Requirements Required
University Honors Program Optional
AZ Transfer Students complete AGEC-A Recommended
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Emphasis Required

An emphasis is required for this major.

Purpose Statement

The purpose of the Bachelor of Music Performance degree program is to prepare students as performers in a variety of settings, along with developing skills as teaching artists and musician-entrepreneurs. Students are also prepared for further study at the graduate and/or professional level.

Student Learning Outcomes

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College of Arts and Letters

Kitt School of Music

Music Performance, Bachelor of Music


Details

Additional Admission Requirements
Major Requirements
General Electives
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Academic Catalog - 2024-2025

College of Arts and Letters

Kitt School of Music

Music Performance, Bachelor of Music


Campus Availability

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