BA in Music - Musical Theater in Rochester United States | University of Rochester

The Arthur Satz Department of Music at the University of Rochester provides a bachelor of arts (BA) degree in music, a music minor, and diverse course offerings ranging from technical to non-technical subjects. Students may also enroll in courses at the Eastman School of Music, available to all qualified students who meet the prerequisites.
Collaborating with the Eastman School of Music, the Arthur Satz Department of Music delivers a bachelor of arts program that combines academic coursework, private lessons, and ensemble participation. This program cultivates knowledge of musical theory, historical contexts, and compositional techniques while promoting high performance standards. While rigorous, the music major accommodates students pursuing double majors or pre-professional tracks like pre-law or pre-medicine.
University regulations limit students to a maximum of 80 credit hours within their primary concentration.
Music department undergraduates frequently engage in research via independent studies, often aligned with their chosen specialization. They typically collaborate with faculty advisors to develop and execute research initiatives and are welcome to consult professors about project ideas at any stage.
Past undergraduate music research has encompassed scholarly work (analytical and historical studies), creative compositions (including musical theater and chamber pieces), and performance-based projects.