Music Major, B.A. (Music History Concentration)

Program Overview

This Bachelor's program in Music with a concentration in Music History offers a comprehensive exploration of music's evolution and cultural significance. Students delve into historical periods, genres, and composers through specialized courses. The program also includes music theory, performance, and elective options, providing a well-rounded foundation for careers in music education, performance, or research.

Program Outline

Outline:

Program Content:

• Music History Concentration:
• ARTH 2020 - Art History Survey II
• HIST 1110 - World History to 1500
• HIST 1120 - World History Since 1500
• MUSC 1035 - History of Jazz
• MUSC 2540 - Music History I
• MUSC 3540 - Music History II
• MUSC 3550 - Music History III
• Music Electives:
• Any MUSC course (excluding ensembles), totaling 9 credits
• Non-Music Electives:
• Courses from a specified list of options, totaling 9 credits

Program Structure:

• Total credits required: 120
• General Education: 41-42 credits
• Major Total Requirements: 66 credits
• Major Core: 27 credits
• Concentration: 39 credits
• Free Electives: 12-13 credits

Course Schedule:

• Suggested Four-Year Program of Study:
• Year 1: General Education courses, MUSC 1000, MUSC 1111, MUSC 1300, MUSC 1310, Applied Music (2 credits), Major Ensemble (1 credit)
• Year 2: General Education courses, MUSC 3630, Applied Music (2 credits), Major Ensemble (1 credit), Music History Concentration courses
• Year 3: General Education courses, Applied Music (2 credits), Major Ensemble (1 credit), Music History Concentration courses, Music Electives
• Year 4: General Education courses, Applied Music (2 credits), Major Ensemble (1 credit), Music History Concentration courses, Non-Music Electives

Individual Modules:

Major Core:

• MUSC 1000 - Symposium (1 credit)
• MUSC 1111 - Recital Attendance (0 credit)
• MUSC 1300 - Theory & Aural Skills I (4 credits)
• MUSC 1310 - Theory & Aural Skills II (4 credits)
• MUSC 3630 - The Enterprising Musician (3 credits)
• Applied Music (8 credits)
• Major Ensemble (4 credits)

Assessment:

• Grade Requirements: Minimum grade of C or better in core and concentration courses