BA - Music in Tucson United States | University of Arizona

The Bachelor of Arts program prepares students for various music-related professions, including arts administration, music journalism, and audio production. This degree also provides a stepping stone for further education in musical performance and pedagogy. Graduates with a Bachelor of Arts in Music frequently enter diverse professional sectors ranging from healthcare to legal fields.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
Students will develop skills to recognize, analyze, and manipulate fundamental musical components including rhythm, pitch, chords, form, tone color, and compositional layers.
Students will comprehend creative techniques and stylistic characteristics, understanding how these interact with and influence artistic expression and cultural contexts.
Students will explore and engage with diverse musical traditions from both Western and global cultures, covering significant historical periods, styles, and repertoire across classical, contemporary, and folk music traditions.
Students will acquire technical proficiency and performance capabilities as both soloists and ensemble members, building upon fundamental musical skills tailored to their personal goals and aligned with their chosen specialization within the music discipline.