Bachelor of Music in Music History in Philadelphia United States | Temple University

Enhance your knowledge and passion for music's evolution through Temple's Boyer College of Music and Dance Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music History program. This degree prepares you for graduate work or professional paths in historical archives, teaching, media, or performance. As a Music History major, you'll analyze musical techniques, styles, and theories across different eras while investigating music's changing societal influence. Offered by the Department of Music Studies, this program lets you specialize in instrumental, piano, or vocal performance. You'll develop a comprehensive cultural understanding of music with emphasis on structure, performance traditions, and stylistic elements. The 124-credit curriculum includes studies in music research, theory, and analytical approaches to style. Opportunities include private instruction and participation in vocal or instrumental groups. Instruction comes from accomplished faculty with extensive backgrounds in classical performance, theoretical critique, opera, and other specialties. The department's intimate size promotes a supportive, mentorship-focused atmosphere between students and professors.