Minor in Music

A Minor in Music is recommended for students who wish to be involved with music and further their musical talents, but plan to major in another field of study. To potential employers, a Minor in Music suggests that a person has varied interests, meets personal goals (individual practice), has performance poise and is a "team player."

Topics of Study

• Studio Music Lessons
• Ensemble Participation
• Music Theory and Musicianship
• Survey of Music History

Audition Requirements for Minor in Music

• Piano: Two memorized pieces of contrasting styles, with matching scales (four octaves, hands together)
• Voice: Two contrasting songs, one must be an art song or aria; (both memorized). Pianist provided. CD player provided if recorded accompaniment is preferred.
• Strings: Three-octave major scales, etude, one movement of a standard concerto
• Winds and Percussion: Etudes or a solo demonstrating contrasting musical styles, major scales and sight reading
• Guitar: Two pieces, major scales, and sight reading