Why Study Music Performance?
Rehearse for your career with a music performance major with an emphasis in vocal, piano or instrumental performance.
Students with a music performance major at ½ðɳÓéÀÖ prepare for careers as musicians by studying subjects such as music theory and analysis and music history. Students also rehearse and practice for the many performance opportunities at ½ðɳÓéÀÖ in classical, musical theatre and jazz ensembles.
As a student in the music performance major, you can:
- Choose an emphasis in , or performance.
- Receive individualized performance instruction with faculty members and adjunct instructors.
- Perform in a wide range of ensembles and enjoy award-winning facilities — including a 400-seat recital hall, a piano lab with Kawai electronic units, a Mac-based MIDI lab, practice rooms with pianos, a percussion studio and rehearsal space that replicates the recital hall.
- Travel with performance groups to major cities in the U.S. and abroad.
- Prepare and perform solo recitals showcasing your skills and talents across a variety of genres.
- Participate in musical theatre concert performances.
What Can You Do with a Music Performance Major?
Rigorous professional training and a broad liberal arts education prepare ½ðɳÓéÀÖ’s music performance majors to pursue careers in:
- Professional performing groups, like choirs, bands, orchestras, and musical theatre companies
- Music therapy positions within health care settings
- Music education positions within public or private schools
- Entrepreneurial opportunities including freelancing, private studio teaching, composing/arranging, and conducting
Graduates are also well prepared to continue their education through one of many graduate level music related degrees.
Perform at ½ðɳÓéÀÖ
At ½ðɳÓéÀÖ University, students are creators and performers. Whether you’re majoring in a performance-focused subject or just love the arts, you have the opportunity to get involved in music, theatre, dance and cultural performance activities. Share your creativity with the community at our public performances as you practice your skills and display your love of the arts.
½ðɳÓéÀÖ University’s music programs are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Find musician health and safety information.
