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The School of Music at USF offers three undergraduate degree programs and a minor in music. Details for each program are below. For further information contact Dr. Bill Hayden, Undergraduate Academic Advisor, and refer to the Undergraduate Catalog. Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education The Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education is a professional degree for students who are interested in teaching music in k-12 schools. This program is an intense study of music and education that culminates in state certification as a teacher of music. In addition to private study on their principle instrument and participation in ensembles, students complete the music theory, history and literature sequences, and take a variety of music education courses that include study in instrumental, choral and general music for all grade levels. The music education faculty at USF take a progressive approach to teaching in the schools, acknowledging that the musical world outside the schools has changed drastically, and will continue to change in the near future. Admission into the BS in music education program requires an audition on your major instrument. Learn more... Bachelor of Music Degree The Bachelor of Music Degree is a professional degree for students who wish to pursue a career in music. Students interested in a BM degree can choose between concentrations in performance, composition, jazz studies and electronic music. The Bachelor of Music Degree is a professional degree for students who wish to pursue a career in music. Students interested in a BM degree can choose between concentrations in performance, composition, jazz studies and electronic music. These programs require 120 credit hours of study that include private study on their principle instrument and participation in ensembles. Additionally, students complete the music theory, history and literature sequences, and take additional course work in their choosen concentration. Graduates from BM programs at USF find themselves in very competitive positions for graduate study and musical careers. Admission into the BM in music degree requires an audition on your major instrument. Learn more... Bachelor of Arts Degree In Music Studies The Bachelor of Arts in Music Studies degree is a non-professional degree for students who wish to supplement other interests with music study. This program is ideal as part of a double major with a field outside of music. Requirements include approximately 50 hours in music with emphasis choices in performance, composition, history and theory. Admission into the BA in music degree requires an audition on your major instrument. Learn more... Music Minor Students seeking a minor in music may choose from four concentrations, each with a minimum of 19-23 semester hours required: (1) History-Theory-Literature, (2) Performance, (3) Composition and (4) Electronic Music. Each of the concentrations will include the same core curriculum consisting of 11 hours and course work in the selected concentration. Learn more...		The School of Music at USF offers a Ph.D. in Music Education, a Master of Arts in Music Education, and a Master of Music degree, as well as a Graduate Certificate program. Details for each program are below. For further information refer to the USF Graduate Catalog. Ph.D. in Music Education Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Victor Fung The Ph.D. in music education is the terminal degree in the field. At USF, this program is intended for the aspiring pinnacle leader in music education research, teaching, and administration. The curriculum prepares the student to engage in original research in music education and related fields (arts education, music technology, music psychology, etc.). Admission requirements include an interview with the music education faculty and the submission of writing samples and GRE scores. A limited number of fellowships and scholarships are available to outstanding students. PhD applicants may be qualified for up to $500 to travel to USF Tampa Campus for a campus visit and interview. Learn more... Master of Arts in Music Education Faculty Coordinator is Dr. David A. Williams The Master of Arts in Music Education is intended to empower students as sophisticated consumers of research related to music education practice and theory. This degree is offered as an online degree program and can be completed away from the University. Admission requirements include a bachelors degree in music or music education, two years previous k-12 teaching experience, and letters of reference. The GRE is not required. Learn more... Master of Music Degree Students can select from among several concentrations that lead to a Master of Music degree. Most students will devote themselves to one concentration, however, double concentrations are possible.
		Master of Music in Performance Faculty Coordinator is Dr. David A. Williams The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in performance, is for very serious students who wish to pursue a career in musical performance. Auditions are required and instruction is available for all orchestral wind and string instruments, as well as percussion, voice and piano. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Conducting Faculty Coordinator is Dr. William Wiedrich (instrumental) Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Robert Summer (choral) The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in conducting, is available for students interested in either instrumental conducting or choral conducting. Conducting audtions are required for admission and must be arranged by contacting the appropriate faculty coordinator directly. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Composition Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Michael Timpson The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in composition, is intended to provide students with a well rounded understanding of compositional techniques across a wide range of genres. Composition portfolios are required for admission and must be submitted to the faculty coordinator directly. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Jazz Studies Faculty Coordinator is Prof. Jack Wilkins The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in jazz studies, can be taken as either a performance program or a composition program. Performance auditions or composition portfolios are required depending on interest area. Performance auditions take place during the regular School of Music audition days, and composition portfolios must be submitted to the faculty coordinator direclty. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Electro-Acoustic Music Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Michael Timpson The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in electro-acoustic music, is designed for the student interested in music composition and performance using various forms of music technology. Portfolios are required for admission and must be submitted to the faculty coordinator directly. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Chamber Music Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Svetozar Ivanov The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in chamber music, is a performance based degree program for piano and string instrument players interested in chamber music. A performance audition, offered during the regular School of Music audition days, is required for admission. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Music Theory Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Jill Brasky The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in music theory, is an intense study of the language of music. It is designed for the student interested in the parameters and elements of music. Interviews are required for admission and must be arranged by contacting the faculty coordinator directly. The GRE is not required, learn more... Master of Music in Piano Pedagogy Faculty Coordinator is Dr. Svetozar Ivanov The Master of Music degree, with a concentration in piano pedagogy, is intended for students that have a serious interest in keyboard teaching and learning concepts. Interviews are required for admission and must be arranged by contacting the faculty coordinator directly. The GRE is not required,, learn more...
		Graduate Certificates in Music Faculty Coordinator is Dr. David A. Williams The School of Music at USF offers graduate certificates in several areas including digital music education (a fully online program), choral conducting, instrumental conducting, jazz composition, jazz performance, composition and performance. Graduate Certificates require twelve semester hours of course work, all of which can be applied to a graduate degree program. Learn more...
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