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The Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Applied Music prepares students for professional music careers or academic positions in higher education. This specialized program focuses on cultivating exceptional musical skills on a primary instrument while fostering scholarly excellence and professional standards. Admission to the applied music program requires an audition on one of the approved instruments, including woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, piano, classical guitar, harp, or voice.
The curriculum features intensive training in music theory, ear training, music history, piano proficiency, and private lessons, along with advanced electives like counterpoint, keyboard harmony, jazz theory, and specialized seminars. Students also explore musical repertoire through advanced literature courses and ensemble performances. Performance experiences range from large ensembles and opera productions to chamber music, competitions, summer festivals, and solo recitals.
Upon completing the program, graduates will: Perform tuba repertoire with technical mastery and artistic depth, informed by theoretical, historical, and cultural understanding. Apply research methodologies, analytical skills, and technological proficiency to effectively engage diverse audiences. Foster professional collaborations in both musical and community settings. Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility through their artistic practice while engaging with local and global communities.