Bachelor of Music in Applied Music
This professional degree is designed for students pursuing careers in music performance. Students enrolled in this program gain skills and knowledge in music with an emphasis on applied study and solo and ensemble performance. This course of study can enhance creative thinking, problem solving, and collaboration and can be paired as a dual-major with other disciplines such as STEM fields.
Areas of specialization:
Outcomes and placement opportunities:
- Graduate studies in music (classical performance, jazz performance, musicology, conducting, education, composition)
- Appointments in professional orchestras, service bands, and opera companies
- Jazz performing with paid big bands and combos; jazz composing
- Private lesson instruction on an instrument or voice (full or part-time)
- Graduate study or careers in related fields
All prospective students are required to audition to receive acceptance into the School of Music.
Bachelor of Music in Music Education
This professional degree is designed for students pursuing teaching careers in K-12 schools. Students enrolled in this program gain skills and knowledge in music and performance and are equipped to serve as effective teachers across multiple disciplines. The coursework is taught by experienced practitioners and an emphasis is placed on personal attention and regular immersion in K-12 schools. The program boasts a 100 percent placement rate for all graduates who seek teaching positions. See a state-by-state list of teacher licensure agreements with Nevada coursework.
Areas of emphasis:
- Instrumental Track
- Voice Track
- Elementary/General Music
Outcomes and placement opportunities
- Graduates are fully prepared to apply for Nevada licensure with the flexibility to obtain licensure in California and other states
- Full-time music teaching positions at the elementary or secondary level
- Graduate studies in music (classical performance, jazz performance, musicology, conducting, education, composition)
- Private lesson instruction on an instrument or voice (full or part-time)
- Graduate study or careers in related fields
All prospective students are required to audition to receive acceptance into the School of Music.
Bachelor of Arts in Music
This liberal arts degree provides a well-rounded education with a focus on foundational studies in music. Students explore the fundamentals of music theory and history, engage in applied study and ensemble performance, and draw from a diverse and rich curriculum offered across the University. Offering the most flexibility of the music degrees, this program can enhance creative thinking, problem solving, and collaboration and can be paired as a dual-major with other disciplines such as STEM fields.
Outcomes and placement opportunities:
- Graduate studies in music (classical performance, jazz performance, musicology, conducting, education, composition)
- Graduate study in other fields (such as medical, law, the humanities)
- Careers in related fields
All prospective students are required to audition to receive acceptance into the School of Music.
Minor in Music
This program provides opportunities for students in majors from other disciplines to develop an appreciation for diverse music genres, to be exposed to music theory and history, and to experience solo and ensemble performance. The Music Minor track explores the fundamentals of music while the Music Industry Minor track explores the fundamentals of sound recording techniques within our world-class recording facilities. Areas of emphasis:
- Music Minor (fundamental studies in music)
- Music Industry Minor (emphasis on recording arts)