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The UW School of Music provides specialized programs in both musical performance and academic music studies. Students acquire hands-on experience through performances, teaching opportunities, and research projects mentored by our distinguished faculty. Annually, the school hosts over 100 public events including concerts, recitals, masterclasses, and visiting artist performances. Our accomplished faculty members maintain active professional careers outside the university, performing with renowned orchestras, jazz groups, releasing albums, and creating compositions for global audiences.
Music students cultivate versatile skills applicable to professional performance careers and beyond. They master collaboration, active listening, and effective communication - essential qualities prized across artistic, corporate, nonprofit, and various professional sectors.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from the School of Music enter diverse professional fields, holding positions such as:
Performing artist
Music composer
Orchestra conductor
Choir director
Music arranger
Professional singer