MUSIC

Disciplinary Major or Minor - www.uwgb.edu/music

OVERVIEW OF MUSIC:

The disciplinary program in music is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), and offers a program leading to a Bachelor of Music or a Bachelor of Arts .

The BACHELOR OF MUSIC offers majors in:

The BACHELOR OF ARTS offers emphases in:

Three- to four-year sequences of applied instruction are available in piano, organ, guitar, voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion, string bass, and electric bass. All degree programs include major and minor ensemble requirements. These requirements must be fulfilled with the ensembles directly related to the area of applied lessons when possible. Performance opportunities in major ensembles include Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Concert Choir, and University Women's Chorus.

 

Minor ensembles available include Jazz Combo, Flute Ensemble, Woodwind Ensemble, Saxophone Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Hand Drumming Ensemble, New Music Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, Vocal Ensemble, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, and Opera Workshop.

 

All students interested in a Music major or minor at UW-Green Bay must perform an admission audition.

 

TIPS FROM THE PROFS:

(from Arthur Cohrs, Professor of Music)
Here's some advice on the Music program from Professor Arthur Cohrs!

  1. Practice. Practice. Practice.
  2. Study some music theory before coming to college.
  3. Study some piano before coming to college.
  4. Never miss class.
  5. Have fun.

WHO SHOULD BE A MUSIC MAJOR:

Just because you may have enjoyed band or music in high school, that does not mean that you will be a perfect fit for the Music major. It takes a lot of self-discipline, motivation, and intelligence to be successful in this major and field. Music students must constantly practice their skills on their own, and much time is spent understanding and applying music theory. Music students must also feel comfortable working with groups, work well with individual instructors, and performing in front of others.

 

All students who major in Music must also choose an interdisciplinary minor. While a number of interdisciplinary minors exist, the minor in Communication and the Arts is recommended because it helps students to integrate Music with the aesthetics, history and social context of all the fine arts. Some students who want to combine an interest in Music with career possibilities in business have chosen to minor in Business Administration.

 

Students who elect the Bachelor of Music in Music Education choose Education as their interdisciplinary minor since that program leads to preparation for a teaching license in the selected areas. Students may combine programs in performance and Music Education.

 

WHO SHOULD BE A MUSIC MINOR:

It is possible to choose Music as a disciplinary minor and couple it with an interdisciplinary major. This program is for students who view Music as an avocation, or who intend to use their musical skills within the community in a nonprofessional context.

 

WHAT'S UNIQUE ABOUT THIS MAJOR AT UWGB:

SKILLS & ABILITIES GAINED WITH THIS MAJOR:

Music students are required to take a sequence of music theory, history and literature courses to achieve a comprehensive intellectual understanding of music, along with skills relating to performance. Students are expected to develop a high level of skill in ear training and sight singing. The music program emphasizes quality in vocal and instrumental music performance with many opportunities for solo and group performance on campus and in the larger community.

 

WHAT YOU CAN DO WITH A MAJOR IN MUSIC:

The following list represents a few of the kinds of career titles for Music majors:

 

Architectural Acoustic Monitor, Artist & Repertoire (A&R) Person, Arts Administrator/Manager, Church Music Director, Community Development Specialist, Composer/Arranger, Conductor, Copywriter, Disc Jockey, Editor, Engineer/Mixer, Film Music Editor, Instrument Service & Repair Specialist, Journalist, Music Attorney, Music Copyist, Music Critic, Music Promoter, Music Publishing Specialist, Music Reporter, Music Software Programmer, Music Store Manager, Music Teacher, Music Therapist, Musician, Public Relations Specialist, Recording Technician, Sales Representative, Singer, Studio Musician, Tour Manager, Voice Teacher.

 

The following list represents a few of the businesses and institutions that employ Music majors:

 

Theatres, Television, Radio, Recording Studios, Symphonies/Orchestras, Public and Private Schools, Colleges and Universities, Private Teaching, Retail Stores, Sales, Marketing and Promoting, Publishing, Manufacturing, Health Care and Counseling, Public and Special Libraries.

 

Want to know more about the nature of the work, working conditions, earnings, training, and job outlook? Then check out the Occupational Outlook Handbook @ http://stats.bls.gov/ocohome.htm

 

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