Missoula,
MT,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Music Education - Percussion in Missoula United States | University of Montana
University of Montana
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Missoula United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,664
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The University of Montana's Percussion Program, led by Dr. Robert LedBetter, stands as one of the Northwest's most distinguished comprehensive programs. Students receive training to become versatile percussionists through personalized lessons, frequent masterclasses with internationally renowned artists, and exceptional performance experiences. Every percussion major gains expertise in snare drum, mallet keyboards, timpani, orchestral accessories, multiple percussion, drumset, and world percussion while honing their specialized skills. The world percussion curriculum encompasses Steel Drums, West African rhythms (from Guinea, Mali, Ghana, and Senegal), Afro-Cuban percussion, Brazilian styles, Mexican marimba, Salsa Band, and Balinese Gamelan.
Performance opportunities abound for percussion students at The University of Montana, including participation in the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Grizzly Marching Band drumline, Symphony Orchestra, four Jazz Bands, multiple Jazz Combos, Missoula Symphony Orchestra, and various chamber groups. Beyond these ensembles, percussionists showcase their talents to enthusiastic audiences during Percussion Ensemble Concerts. The program presents three annual percussion concerts, featuring the popular World Rhythms Concert that highlights the rotating repertoire of the World Percussion Ensembles.
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Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
To be considered for undergraduate admission to University of Montana, all international applicants must demonstrate English proficiency by submitting a score on an approved test or by qualifying for an exemption. To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 U.S. GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs. UM Undergraduate Admissions recognizes the following English proficiency tests. To meet the English proficiency requirement for each admission type, an applicant's test result needs to meet or exceed the posted minimum. TOEFL iBT 70, TOEFL PBT 525, IELTS Academic - 6.0.
Tuition
USD
33,664