Bachelor of Arts or Science in Music

As you're pursuing a BA or BS degree in music, you can choose from one of five concentrations in which to further your musical studies: jazz studies, music business, music technology & recording, theory/composition or church music. If you choose a BA or BS degree without the concentration, you can take fewer credits and have the option of choosing a second major—pairing your music degree with something mutually beneficial. Concentrations: Concentrations are completed within the standard four-year liberal arts music degree, and focus on real-world application of your musical interests. You take classes that are specific to that field and many of these classes focus primarily on how you will develop careers upon graduation. The concentrations include: Jazz studies, Music business, Music technology & recording, Theory/composition, Church music. Potential careers in music: A music degree allows for a multitude of career options, such as: Music production, Accompanist, Composer, Conductor, Band director (K-12), Teaching master classes, Vocal coach, Private instrument teaching, Arts administration (managing events, programming, etc.), Instrument repair and restoration, Recording.