Bachelor of Music in Performance in Boston United States | Boston University

The Performance program encompasses eight specialized areas: Strings, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion, Piano, Collaborative Piano, Organ, and Voice. Students in this major blend performance training with coursework in music theory, history, teaching methods, and related musical disciplines. Every participant receives personalized instruction from an assigned faculty member throughout their academic journey. For those interested in authentic period instruments or baroque techniques, the Historical Performance track provides specialized training.

Educational Objectives
Graduates earning a Bachelor of Music degree will develop:

Fundamental competencies in music theory, ear training, composition, and analysis.
Technical mastery and interpretive abilities suitable for performance.
Comprehensive knowledge of global music traditions and their historical repertoires.
Creative problem-solving skills and independent learning capabilities.

Performance degree candidates must additionally achieve:

Proficiency in teaching methodologies.
Demonstrated excellence in technical execution and artistic interpretation through diverse performances (solo, ensemble, orchestral, choral, or operatic) during their undergraduate studies.