Bachelor of Arts in Music

Program Overview

Webster University's BA in Music offers an immersive experience in music theory, performance, and literature. Students receive personalized instruction, participate in ensembles, and explore concentrations in jazz, composition, or performance. The program complements other fields of study, providing career flexibility and opportunities for collaboration with renowned organizations.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• BA in Music from Webster University's Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts
• Immersive program that imparts a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of music
• Focus on performance, music theory, and music literature
• Explores areas like composition, piano and vocal performance, and jazz studies

Teaching:

• Practical learning experiences are at the core of the Department of Music
• Students complete between six and eight semesters in a major ensemble
• Receive private individual instruction on their chosen instrument
• Small class sizes allow for personalized educational experiences
• Opportunities for collaborative projects with other Music students

Careers:

• Customizable degree aligns with academic and professional goals
• Concentrations available in jazz performance, composition, piano performance, instrumental performance, or vocal performance
• Second field of study outside Music increase career opportunities
• Partnerships with organizations like Jazz St. Louis, the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, and Union Avenue Opera provide real-world experience
• World-class Dennis Owsley Jazz Recording Collection housed in Emerson Library
• Opera Theatre of Saint Louis located on campus