BA Music

Course Overview This comprehensive music major program provides a robust foundation in performance, theory, and history within a supportive liberal arts environment. You will develop your musicianship through intensive applied study, academic coursework, and ensemble participation, guided by a faculty of accomplished performers and educators. The program culminates in a personalized capstone project, allowing you to showcase your unique artistic or scholarly interests. Key Program Highlights Learn from a distinguished faculty of active performers with affiliations to premier organizations like the Chicago Symphony Chorus and Lyric Opera. Customize your degree with specialized certificates in Parish Music or Piano Pedagogy to align with your career goals. Gain performance experience through primary and secondary instrument study, along with participation in various ensembles. Master the academic core of music through comprehensive courses in theory, aural skills, history, and conducting. Cap your studies with a personalized final project, choosing between a performance recital, composition recital, or research paper.