From your first semester, you can take advantage of opportunities to perform in our many choral, instrumental, opera and chamber music ensembles. You can perform in our weekly department recitals, and you’ll give a solo recital in both your junior and senior years. With no graduate students, the focus and attention is on you!
Off stage, you’ll get a thorough education in music theory and history, including repertoire and pedagogy classes for your instrument from professors who are experienced educators and active performers.
Enjoy bright, airy rehearsal and performance facilities — even our practice rooms have windows!
Our finest venue for live music, Stretansky Concert Hall, seats 320 and is used for everything from student recitals to fully staged opera performances with orchestra. The acoustics are amazing.
Performance of a lifetime
Your music education won’t be limited to campus. Study overseas through our award-winning GO program, and you’ll be a comfortable world traveler who’s ready to participate in music festivals at home or abroad with international artists after you graduate.
Whether you want a career on stage, in an orchestra or teaching the next generation of musicians in a private studio, our music performance degree can get you there. Adding an interdisciplinary minor, like arts administration, helps you gain a better understanding of important topics in today’s world.
Graduates frequently earn advanced music degrees at respected institutions like Peabody Institute of Music, New England Conservatory of Music or Yale University and move on to careers as performers, college professors or private teachers.
When you enroll at Susquehanna, you’ll be paired with an advisor and application tool to guide you in your course planning and scheduling. The following is an excerpt from the complete course catalog. Enrolled students follow the requirements of the course catalog for the academic year in which they declare each major and/or minor, consult with their advisor(s) and the Academic Planning Tool.
Learning Goals
Performance—Students integrate technical skills and knowledge to be able to complete a successful performance in a particular area of concentration.
Aural skills and analysis.
Music history—Students can place music in historical, cultural and stylistic contexts.
Composition and improvisation.
Technology—Students identify and employ appropriate technology applicable to their area of specialization.
Synthesis—Students integrate their music studies through a means appropriate to their curriculum.
Students in the music department may, with department head approval, complete a music technology minor in addition to a major in music.
Double-counting restriction
Students pursuing a major in the music department may double-count a maximum of 8 semester hours toward another major or minor.
Music Opportunities for Non-Music Majors
The department provides a variety of music opportunities for all students, regardless of their majors and career goals. Nonmajors may take upper-level music courses with permission of the instructor. The department also welcomes nonmajors in performing groups and private study upon a successful audition or permission from the instructor.
Bachelor of Music in Performance
Music students who desire a specialized emphasis in performance may choose this degree option. Accepted majors possess superior skill in the given performance area and demonstrate that skill at forums and recitals. Students who complete this program typically continue study at the graduate level and/or teach in a private studio. Candidates complete the university Central Curriculum requirements plus the following courses with a minimum grade average of C (2.00 GPA). Each course below must be completed with a minimum grade of C-.
12 Music Literature
2 MUSC-152 Survey of World Music
4 MUSC-245 The Music of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque Eras
4 MUSC-250 The Music of the Classic and Romantic Eras
2 MUSC-350 20th-Century Music
16 Music Theory
2 MUSC-161 Theory I: Diatonic Harmony
2 MUSC-162 Theory II: Chromatic Harmony
2 MUSC-163 Ear Training I
2 MUSC-164 Ear Training II
2 MUSC-261 Theory III: Advanced Harmony
2 MUSC-262 Theory IV: Form and Analysis
2 MUSC-263 Ear Training III
2 MUSC-265 Ear Training IV
2 Conducting
MUSC-369 Beginning Conducting
18 Applied Music
16 Major Lesson (eight semesters)
0 MUSC-503 Half Recital
2 MUSC-500 Full Recital (capstone)
0 MUSC-555 Forum (eight semesters)
12 Specialized Courses
2 MUSC-361 Counterpoint
2 MUSC-399 Pedagogy (appropriate to applied area)
2 MUSC-450 Topics in Music Literature (appropriate to applied area)
6 Selected Topics to be chosen from:
1 MUSC-079 Improvisation (a total of 2 semester hours of Improvisation may be applied toward the Specialized Courses requirement)
4 MUSC-220 Privilege in Classical Music
4 MUSC-215/RELI-215 Music in Christian Ritual
2 MUSC-370 Orchestration
2 MUSC-372 Choral Conducting
2 MUSC-371 Instrumental Conducting
4 PHIL-235 Aesthetics
Plus the following courses determined by student’s specialization and prescribed by the major adviser:
16 Other Courses, Vocal Concentrates
1 MUSC-034 Piano Class I
1 MUSC-035 Piano Class II
1 MUSC-037 Piano Class III
1 MUSC-049 Piano Class IV
1 MUSC-084 Diction I
1 MUSC-085 Diction II
8 Large Ensemble (eight semesters)
2 Medium/Small Ensemble
12-13 Other Courses, Keyboard Concentrates
1 MUSC-037 Piano Class III (if exempt, MUSC-066 is required)
5 Collaborative/Medium/Small Ensemble
4 Large Ensemble (four semesters)
2 Applied Secondary Keyboard
15 Other Courses, Instrumental Concentrates
1 MUSC-034 Piano Class I
1 MUSC-035 Piano Class II
1 MUSC-037 Piano Class III
8 Large Ensemble (eight semesters)
4 Medium/Small Ensemble
Applied Music Lessons
Lessons carry one or two semester hours of credit. Students earn credit of one semester hour for a weekly half-hour lesson. Bachelor of Arts majors take a one-semester-hour lesson on their major instrument. Music education majors and performance majors take a weekly one-hour lesson on their major instrument and receive two semester hours of credit.
A fee is charged per semester for individual lessons that are not stated specifically as curricular requirements (nonmajors or extra lessons for majors). Such lessons are contingent upon faculty availability within the normal teaching load.
When you enroll at Susquehanna, you’ll be paired with an advisor and application tool to guide you in your course planning and scheduling. The following is an excerpt from the complete course catalog. Enrolled students follow the requirements of the course catalog for the academic year in which they declare each major and/or minor, consult with their advisor(s) and the Academic Planning Tool.
Minors in Music
The Department of Music offers three minors: the minor in music theory/literature, the minor in music performance and the minor in music technology.
Minor in Music Performance
Before declaring a minor in music performance, a student must gain admittance to a performance studio. This is accomplished by contacting the department head to schedule an audition. In addition, the student must pass the musicianship and written theory diagnostic tests before gaining admission to the minor. Note that approval of this minor does not guarantee a place in required music classes. Students must complete with a grade of C- or better 18-20 semester hours of coursework (depending on whether the student takes MUSC-152 or MUSC-101): either MUSC-152 Survey of World Music or MUSC-101 Introduction to Music; MUSC-161 Theory I; MUSC-163 Ear Training I; four semesters of half-hour applied lessons; four semesters of a performance ensemble; and four semester hours chosen from MUSC-102 A Study of Jazz and MUSC-245 The Music of the Medieval, Renaissance and Baroque Eras.
Applied Music Lessons
Lessons carry one or two semester hours of credit. Students earn credit of one semester hour for a weekly half-hour lesson. Bachelor of Arts majors take a one-semester-hour lesson on their major instrument. Music education majors and performance majors take a weekly one-hour lesson on their major instrument and receive two semester hours of credit.
A fee is charged per semester for individual lessons that are not stated specifically as curricular requirements (nonmajors or extra lessons for majors). Such lessons are contingent upon faculty availability within the normal teaching load.
Music Courses
Development of good tonal quality, technical facility, and interpretation of solo and chamber literature. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Development of good tonal quality, technical facility, and interpretation of solo and chamber literature. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Emphasizes acquisition of a sound technique. Includes standard recital literature and worship service literature chosen to meet individual needs. 1 SH.
Emphasizes acquisition of a sound technique. Includes standard recital literature and worship service literature chosen to meet individual needs. 1 SH.
The study of Western concert music for the piano. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
The study of Western concert music for the piano. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Development of tone and technical facility and mastery of solo literature. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Development of tone and technical facility and mastery of solo literature. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Focuses on teaching the student to sing freely and musically. Develops breath control and resonance, range quality and clear diction through exercises and selected vocal literature. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Focuses on teaching the student to sing freely and musically. Develops breath control and resonance, range quality and clear diction through exercises and selected vocal literature. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Development of good tonal quality, technical facility, and interpretation of solo and chamber literature. 1 SH.
Development of good tonal quality, technical facility, and interpretation of solo and chamber literature. 2 SH.
Development of technical facility on all areas of percussion: timpani, drum set, mallets, auxiliary percussion, ethnic percussion and snare drum. Includes interpretation and musical training, emphasizing well-rounded ability. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Development of technical facility on all areas of percussion: timpani, drum set, mallets, auxiliary percussion, ethnic percussion and snare drum. Includes interpretation and musical training, emphasizing well-rounded ability. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Emphasizes acquisition of a sound technique. Includes standard literature selected to meet individual needs and continuo playing. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Emphasizes acquisition of a sound technique. Includes standard literature selected to meet individual needs and continuo playing. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Private instruction in classical and jazz guitar. Includes extensive exploration of basic musical repertoire, such as Pujol, Guiliani, Carcassi and Sor and the works of other jazz composers; scales, arpeggios,triads, and other technical matters. Investigates folk, popular and electric guitar techniques. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Private instruction in classical and jazz guitar. Includes extensive exploration of basic musical repertoire,such as Pujol, Guiliani, Carcassi and Sor and the works of other jazz composers; scales, arpeggios,triads, and other technical matters. Investigates folk, popular and electric guitar techniques. 2 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Private instruction in crafting and notating musical works. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. 1 SH.
Private instruction in crafting and notating musical works. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. 2 SH.
A functional approach for beginning students. Emphasis on harmonization, transportation, development of technique, sight-reading, and improvisation. Non-music majors are able to enroll in this course only if there are spaces available after all of the music majors have been accommodated. 1 SH.
Continued emphasis on harmonization, transposition, development of technique, sight reading, and improvisation. Non-music majors are able to enroll in this course only if there are spaces available after all of the music majors have been accommodated. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-034 or appropriate placement. 1 SH.
A functional approach for intermediate-level and advanced students. Further emphasis on harmonization, transposition, development of technique, sight-reading and improvisation. Non-music majors are able to enroll in this course only if there are spaces available after all of the music majors have been accommodated. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-035 or appropriate placement by deparment. 1 SH.
An in-depth look at piano technique through the analysis and discussion of physical movements that can either implement or prohibit good technique, and the analysis of the basic building blocks of piano playing. Emphasis on preventing injury, learning how to expend minimal energy in playing, and the creation of good tone. Open to piano majors; secondary pianists by instructor consent. 1 SH. Offered every other year.
Study of the fundamental keyboard skills needed to rehearse choral ensembles and/or teach singing, including the ability to play open score and provide choral and solo vocal accompaniments. Those not required to take the course may enroll only if there are spaces available. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-037 or appropriate placement by department. 1 SH.
Designed to instruct pianists in the essential aspects of performing chamber music and accompaniments. Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. May be repeated. 1 SH.
A select instrumental performing group that rehearses and performs the finest traditional and contemporary repertoire for the medium. 1 SH.
An instrumental performing group that rehearses and performs during the football season only. 1 SH.
A performing ensemble specializing in standard symphonic repertoire, concerti, opera, and oratorio. 1 SH.
Accompanies the annual student musical production. Fall semester only. 1 SH.
Chamber music of various styles and periods studied and performed in smaller string, woodwind, brass and percussion ensembles, including piano and organ. 1 SH.
A practicum in which students perform on a broad range of band and orchestral instruments and in choral ensembles. 1 SH.
The rehearsal and performance of 20th-century and modern music reflecting jazz,rock and world music influences. Emphasizes individual student involvement through improvisation. 1 SH.
Exploration and development of improvisation through listening, analysis, and performance skills practice. Prerequisites: ability to read music; vocal or instrumental proficiency, both at a level commensurate with admission to a university ensemble. May be repeated for credit. 1 SH.
A major performing ensemble dedicated to high standards of choral performance. A training laboratory, the choir also explores extensive choral literature and techniques of developing choral singing for future music educators. In addition to campus and area concerts, the group tours regularly. Auditions are held each August and are open to any student. 1 SH.
A mixed-voice campus-centered ensemble, the University Chorale rehearses and performs a wide variety of sacred and secular choral literature in campus and area concerts. Auditions are held each August and are open to any student. 1 SH.
Introduces the international phonetic alphabet and the principles of making phonetic transcriptions of Italian, French and German texts. Basic pronunciation skills are also practiced. 1 SH.
An extension of the principles introduced in Diction I with particular emphasis on singing in foreign languages and in English. Prerequisite: MUSC-084 or instructor’s permission. 1 SH. Offered every three years.
This ensemble provides singers with a more intimate choral setting while exploring diverse repertoire appropriate for chamber performance. Auditions are held each fall and are open to any member of the University Choir. 1 SH.
An ensemble emphasizing the rehearsal and performance of opera and musical theatre. 1 SH. THIS COURSE REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION TO ENROLL.
Development of appreciation and understanding for music, its underlying elements, and aspects of style and historical setting. Not open to music majors. 4 SH. CC: Artistic Expression.
Historical overview of the development and evolution of jazz styles through listening, analysis and performance. Open to all music majors and non-majors. CC: Artistic Expression, Diversity Intensive. 4 SH.
Rock music from its origins to the present. Emphasizes stylistic developments and its relationship to society. 4 SH. CC: Artistic Expression.
An introduction to concepts of musical style from historical and global perspectives. World music and contemporary musics will inform this overview of musical genres and practices. Special attention will be given to issues of cultural diversity that arise through the study of non-western musics. Students will explore and develop learning strategies for approaching this material and college-level work in general. Prerequisite: Must be an accepted music major or minor or have the permission of the instructor. 2 SH. CC: Diversity Intensive.
A study of 18th- and 19th-century harmonic practice, including intervals, scales and diatonic triads in all positions. Analysis of standard literature. Prerequisite: Department-approved proficiency. 2 SH.
Continuation of Theory I: Diatonic Harmony, including diatonic seventh chords in all inversions and modulation. Analysis of standard literature. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-161. 2 SH.
Prepared and sight-singing of simple diatonic melodies in the major and minor modes. Includes simple rhythmic and melodic dictation. Prerequisite: Department-approved proficiency. 2 SH. This course requires instructor permission to enroll.
Continuation of Ear Training I, including chromaticism and modulation. Includes two-part and four-part dictation. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-163. 2 SH.
Examines the theological and musicological aspects of artistic contributions to Christian worship as recognized in cultural settings. Same as RELI-215. Prerequisite: Junior standing and ability to read music. 4 SH. CC: Artistic Expression, Diversity Intensive, Interdisciplinary. Offered every three years.
This course explores issues of diversity and ethics surrounding race, gender, religion, and culture in the western classical music world - both historically and in the present - and how privilege, and particularly power in this discipline perpetuate these issues. Students must possess an ability to read musical notation to be successful in this course. 4 SH. CC: Artistic Expression, Diversity, Ethics Intensive.
A multi-faceted examination of Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ground-breaking and influential musical “Hamilton,” with continued reflection as to its cultural significance. 4SH. CC: Artistic Expression, Diversity Intensive.
Music history and literature from the beginning of Western civilization until 1750. Prerequisite: MUSC-101 or MUSC-152, and MUSC-161. 4 SH. CC: Historical Perspectives, Interdisciplinary.
Music history and literature from 1750 until 1900. Prerequisite: MUSC-245. 4 SH. CC: Artistic Expression, Writing Intensive.
Exploration of the art, technique, and history of music developed in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to accompany silent movies. 4SH.
Continuation of Theory II: study of advanced tonal and post-tonal harmony. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-162. 2 SH.
The examination of musical works through analysis of harmonic, motivic and formal structures, with a special emphasis on post-tonal music. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-261. 2 SH.
Advanced sight singing and dictation in all diatonic modes, including two-part and four-part dictation. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-164. 2 SH.
Advanced sight singing and dictation including distant modulation, fragmented tonality and non-diatonic pitch collections. Prerequisite: C- or better in MUSC-263. 2 SH.
Examines selected topics which are not covered in the regular curriculum but which are of interest to faculty and students. 1-4 SH.
This course offers a foundational understanding of the challenges and skills relevant to performing arts leadership. Topics will include the establishment and functioning of arts organizations, organizational structures, arts managers, governing board dynamics, marketing and audience development, philanthropy and fundraising, basics of hiring and personnel relative to the arts, and strategies for successful arts programming. 4 SH.
Music history and literature from 1900 until the present. Prerequisite: Ability to read music. 2 SH. CC: Diversity Intensive.
A practical course designed to introduce the student to the work of the church musician as planner, administrator, leader and resource person. Incorporates the examination of material for use with soloists, instrumentalists, handbells and choral groups of all ages and in various denominations. Same as RELI-353. Prerequisites: MUSC-161 and MUSC-163. CC: Diversity Intensive. 4 SH. Offered every three years.
An in-depth study of fundamentals of sound. Topics covered include wiring and electronics as well as ear training and the building blocks of the modern recording studio. 4 SH. Offered every other year.
An introduction to techniques and practices employed by music producers in the recording studio. Issues of session organization, recording techniques, mixing and mastering techniques, and musical aesthetics will be explored. 4 SH. Offered every other year.
The analysis and writing of two- and three-voice counterpoint in 16th-century style, with an introduction to the contrapuntal techniques of the Baroque period. Prerequisite: MUSC-261. 2 SH. Offered every other year.
Designed to enhance the teaching of working music educators through a survey of 8 different music technology topics, including live sound, recording, composition/notation, musical skills-acquisition, lab and studio design, computer-aided performance, and live/recorded multi-media and interactive lighting. 3 SH.
A survey of the electronic music hardware and software available in the computer music studio. The techniques used by both popular and classical electronic composers will be studied. Students will create original works of music or sound art using non-realtime processes. 4 SH. Offered every other year.
A study of realtime, interactive techniques for electronic music, and, to a lesser extent, video. Students will become familiar with the MAX/MSP/JITTER object-oriented programming language, as well as the collection of midi controllers in the SU computer music studio. Student work will result in a final concert. Prerequisite: Sophomore standing. 4 SH. CC: Interdisciplinary. Offered every other year.
Designed to introduce students to the technique of conducting and to develop their ability to lead an ensemble with confidence. Prerequisites: MUSC-035, MUSC-162, and MUSC-164. 2 SH.
Technical aspects of composing or arranging music for instrumental ensembles of varying size and ability. 2 SH. Offered every other year.
Study of advanced gestural technique as applied to instrumental rehearsal and performance. Additional attention is given to rehearsal techniques, score study, performance practice and philosophical thought with regard to the art and craft of conducting. Prerequisite: MUSC-369. 2 SH.
Designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of choral conducting and rehearsal techniques. Prerequisite: MUSC-369. 2 SH.
Examines materials and methodology in the various areas and levels of applied studio teaching. 2 SH. Offered at least once annually with rotating topics.
Various topics in music literature, including piano, voice, organ, string, brass, percussion, and woodwind literature. 2 SH. Offered at least once annually with rotating topics.
Public recital performance for credit. Prerequisite: Approval by the music faculty on recommendation of the major teacher. 2 SH. Capstone.
In-depth study of a selected topic under faculty guidance. Includes a research paper or presentation or performance for students and faculty. Prerequisites: Securing a faculty sponsor, approval of topic by a music faculty committee, and junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit. 2-4 SH.
Public recital performance for credit. Prerequisite: Approval by the music faculty on recommendation of the major teacher. 0 SH.
Supervised work experience in fields such as recording, music merchandising, church music, music therapy, instrument repair and concert management. Prerequisites: Department head’s permission and a 2.75 or higher GPA. 0-12 SH.
In-depth study of a selected topic under faculty guidance. Includes a research paper or presentation or performance for students and faculty. Prerequisites: Securing a faculty sponsor, approval of topic by a music faculty committee, and junior or senior standing. May be repeated for credit. 2 SH. Capstone.
Solo and ensemble performance in a semi-formal setting. Includes programs by visiting organizations, guest artists and lecturers. 0 SH.
Music Education
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching classroom instruments to prepare students to teach general music in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques, and pedagogy. Prerequisites: MUED-200. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques, and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques, and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
Basic knowledge of playing and teaching the band and orchestra instruments to prepare for instrumental teaching in the public schools. Includes historical development, literature, performance techniques, and pedagogy. Music majors only. 1 SH.
An overview of the role of education and particularly music education in American society, as well as the historical, cultural, and philosophical forces that have influenced public schooling. Incorporates topics related to current educational policy and practice and classroom observations at elementary and secondary levels of music instruction. 2 SH.
Study of the instructional methods and materials needed for teaching general music at all levels. Includes practicum. Prerequisites: Junior standing, MUED-200. 4 SH.
Study of the instructional methods and materials needed for teaching instrumental music at all levels. Includes practicum. Prerequisites: Junior standing, MUED-200. 4 SH.
Study of the instructional methods and materials needed for teaching choral music at all levels. Includes practicum. Prerequisites: Junior standing, MUED-200. 4 SH.
Study of the instructional methods and materials, including legal, ethical and pedagogical competencies, needed for teaching music to exceptional children. Includes practicum. Prerequisites: Junior standing, MUED-200. 4 SH. CC: Ethics Intensive, Interdisciplinary.
Full-time, supervised teaching in public school music classrooms. Course credit represents preparation and planning, classroom performance, and classroom management. Students may not register for ensembles or lessons during the semester in which they student teach. Prerequisites: Successful completion of all first-year-, sophomore- and junior-level music education courses; music education coordinator’s permission; and acceptance into the education program. 12 SH. Capstone.
The course is required to be taken during the student teaching semester and is part of the culminating experience in the music education degree program. From a practitioner’s perspective, this course “emphasizes thorough insight into issues relevant to public school music teaching, reflection on current teaching trends, and methodology and development of skills for future teaching and professionalism.” This course fulfills portions of the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) requirements for professionalism. 2 SH.
Independent research in music education under the supervision of an appropriate faculty member.
Graduates have gone on to graduate school at:
University of Florida
University of Southern Maine
Stony Brook University
University of North Texas
Boston University
Cincinnati Conservatory of Music
Drexel University
Eastman School of Music
Indiana University
University of Michigan
New England Conservatory of Music
Northwestern University
Peabody Institute of Music
Pennsylvania State University
Temple University
Yale University
Graduates have gone on to jobs at:
Metropolitan Opera, New York
Temple University
Widener University
Atonement Lutheran Church
Staats Operette Dresden
University of North Texas College of Music
South Shore Symphony Orchestra
Pinellas Youth Symphony
University of Connecticut
Loyalsock Township School District
Stone Hill Middle School
Milton Area High School
Jumoke Academy Charter Schools
Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts
Utah Opera
The Opera Studio performs fully-staged productions with orchestra in addition to programs of opera scenes.
100+
majors and minors
23
NCAA Division III intercollegiate sports
13:1
student-to-faculty ratio
MUSIC PREPARATORY PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS
The program provides the surrounding communities with lifelong learning opportunities for professional music study and enrichment activities in an academic environment, including individual lessons in voice, piano, organ, and most band and orchestra instruments, along with group music classes for infants through adults.
The hallmark of the program is the rich collaboration among music faculty, music students, and the children and adults who take lessons and classes.
