BA in Music - History and Culture in Waltham United States | Brandeis University

Our music program offers more than just an understanding of music's intricate beauty—from fundamental principles to diverse genres and live performances. It also equips you for numerous professional paths. Alumni frequently advance to graduate studies in performance, composition, music history, audio engineering, and similar disciplines. Some embark on careers as music educators, arts coordinators, vocalists, worship leaders, symphony players, songwriters, maestros, stage directors, entertainment producers, or multimedia experts—with some even entering medicine, law, or education. The cultural studies concentration allows students to explore musical traditions within their societal frameworks. This cross-disciplinary path includes required classes in music fundamentals, historical studies, and practical training, complemented by elective options across creative arts, behavioral sciences, and liberal arts fields.