Music (Minor Required), Performance Emphasis, BA

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The study of music at a liberal arts institution fosters problem solvers, independent thinkers, team players and future leaders. A student majoring in music at Ferrum College will have the opportunity to perform with instrument or voice, demonstrate an understanding of music theory and practice, study the development of music throughout history, and develop an understanding of the business of music. The goals of this degree program are to develop musicianship and artistic sensibilities alongside business and technical skills.

Degree Specific Requirements (9 Credit Hours)

MBU 201 - Music Business I 3 Credit(s).
THA 335 - Stage, Speech and Movement 3 Credit(s).
ART 222 - Basic Computer Graphics 3 Credit(s).

Music Common Required Courses (11 Credit Hours)

MUS 100 - Music Appreciation 3 Credit(s).
MUS 105 - Music Theory I 2 Credit(s).
MUS 106 - Aural Skills Lab I 1 Credit(s).
MUS 107 - Music Theory II 2 Credit(s).
MUS 108 - Aural Skills Lab II 1 Credit(s).
MUS 143, 144 - Piano Class 1 Credit(s).

Emphasis Required Courses (22 Credit Hours)

MUS 310 - Introduction to Conducting 1 Credit(s).
MUS 358 - Music: Baroque and Classic Periods 3 Credit(s).
MUS 359 - Music: Romantic and Modern Periods 3 Credit(s).
MUS 428 - Foundations in Music Education 2 Credit(s).
MUS 465 - Senior Recital 1 Credit(s).
Musical Ensemble (6 Credit Hours)
MUS 111 - Concert Choir 1 Credit(s).
MUS 113 - Orchestra Appalachia 1 Credit(s).
MUS 119 - Band 1 Credit(s).
Applied Music Lessons (6 Credit Hours)
MUS 161, 162 to 461, 462 - Applied Music Lessons 1 Credit(s).

Program Electives (Choose 6 Credit Hours)

MUS 111 - Concert Choir 1 Credit(s).
MUS 113 - Orchestra Appalachia 1 Credit(s).
MUS 119 - Band 1 Credit(s).
MUS 135 - Mountain Dulcimer 1 Credit(s).
MUS 136 - Intro to Appalachian Strings 1 Credit(s).
MUS 137 - Appalachian Vocal Styles 1 Credit(s).
MUS 138 - Appalachian Social Dance 1 Credit(s).
MUS 155 - Guitar Class 1 Credit(s).
MUS 205 - Introduction to Music in Appalachia 3 Credit(s).

Music (Minor Required), Performance Emphasis, BA

Degree Specific Requirements (9 Credit Hours)

Music Common Required Courses (11 Credit Hours)

Emphasis Required Courses (22 Credit Hours)

Program Electives (Choose 6 Credit Hours)

Total Credit Hours Required in Major: 39

Total Credit Hours Required in Degree: 121