Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Performance

The Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Performance is designed for students seeking an intensive, conservatory-like undergraduate education in performance. This program offers students a unique opportunity to hone their craft through advanced applied study and foundational courses in music theory, history, instrumental pedagogy, and conducting.

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Performance degree provides students with frequent opportunities to perform, including required half and whole degree recitals, solo performances in convocation, performance in master classes, ensemble performances, and chamber music.

Applied Lessons

Applied Music, listed in the university catalog as MUSI 1222 and MUSI 3222, consists of private study of an instrument or voice with a member of the Department of Music faculty. The student’s major determines the number of credits of Applied Music taken each semester. Some undergraduate degrees require the student to progress to upper division performance status. Admission to upper division performance status is achieved by passing a promotional jury, typically taken at the end of the sophomore year.

• Emphasis on performing
• Technical and musical skills development
  • Musical analysis
  • History
  • Other musical skills learned in the course of the student’s academic career

Degree Requirements

Students pursuing the BM in Instrumental Performance are required to take eight semesters of Applied Music for 3 credits each. Four of those eight semesters must be in MUSI 3222.

Additional Information

The University of Connecticut is a NASM Accredited Institution.