Music, Composition, BM

Bachelor of Music, Composition (C50003BM) 

More on the Music, Composition major

This program of study is designed to offer students a professional degree in music with an emphasis on the highest standards of musical composition. Core coursework includes classes in music theory and musicianship, music history, keyboard skills, applied lessons, and participation in major ensembles. The Bachelor of Music program in Composition includes intensive private study in traditional and contemporary compositional techniques in preparation for varied careers involving the creation and production of original music or as preparation for further study at the graduate level.

Requirements for Admission

Students wishing to major in music must complete the standard undergraduate application for admission and return it to the Office of Admissions. A student cannot be formally admitted to the School of Music until admitted to the University.

To be accepted as a music major, both freshmen and transfer students must successfully complete an audition on their major applied instrument, complete The Undergraduate Placement Examination in Music Theory, and be evaluated in keyboard skills.

Before the start of the third year: (1) a portfolio of three substantial works in contrasting genres submitted to the composition faculty must meet an acceptable standard for the pursuit of an undergraduate degree in composition; (2) An average of B- or higher must be achieved in Theory and Musicianship I, II, III, and IV

The following information has official approval of The School of Music and The Buchtel College of Arts & Sciences, but is intended only as a supplemental guide. Official degree requirements are established at the time of transfer and admission to the degree-granting college. Students should refer to the Degree Progress Report (Stellic) which is definitive for graduation requirements. Completion of this degree within the identified time frame below is contingent upon many factors, including but not limited to: class availability, total number of required credits, work schedule, finances, family, course drops/withdrawals, successfully passing courses, prerequisites, among others. The transfer process is completed through an appointment with your academic advisor.

Requirements

Summary

College of Arts & Sciences Requirement

Music Core

¹

Not counted in degree program total; required or excused per placement audition/test

Applied Music and Performance Courses 

¹

Students must complete the 8 credits for the ensemble requirement in 8 separate semesters.

²

Completion of 200 level required prior to graduation.

³

Completion of 400 level required prior to graduation.

Additional Required Music Courses 

Music Electives

Recommended Sequence

If placed into Intro to Music Theory

If placed into Theory & Musicianship I

¹

Recommended but not required for degree completion.

²

Not counted in degree program total; required or excused per placement audition/test.

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