Music (B.M., B.A.)
The major in Music develops performance skills through applied lessons, directed coursework, and ensemble and stage experience. This is complemented by studies in the Liberal Arts. Many courses within the program promote partnerships with professional non-profit organizations and different academic departments at Barry University, such as Campus Ministry and the Institute for Immigration Studies. These collaborations provide students with valuable opportunities to engage and connect with industry professionals, as well as actively take part in real-world performance projects and standards.
Music majors are given professional training and musical skills with an emphasis on performance. The program encourages individual growth, nurtures leadership qualities, and provides many and varied opportunities for the student to perform from the first year of study through graduation. The program’s small classes increase the potential for performance opportunities, leadership qualities, and musical growth.
Auditions required for admission to the Music major. Please check the Barry University webpage (www.barry.edu/finearts/music/) click on “About the Program” or call the Fine Arts office for audition dates and requirements.
Specializations Within the Music Major
Each music major should select a specialization which reflects the student’s interests and educational and professional goals. Following are the Music Specializations:
- Instrumental Performance Specialization: B.M. and B.A. degrees; study of a primary instrument(s)
- Vocal Performance Specialization: B.M. and B.A. degrees; study of voice
- Music Education Specialization: B.M. degree; study of music and education
Degrees in Music
The major in Music offers two degrees:
- Bachelor of Music (B.M.) Instrumental and Vocal Performance—65 credits minimum: 37 credits of the Music Core, plus a minimum of 28 credits of combined Specialization Sub Core and Specialization Electives.
- Bachelor of Music (B.M.) Music Education—65 credits minimum: 37 credits of Music Core, plus 7 credits of Music Education Sub Core, 18 credits of Education (PTO) Corequisites and 3 credits of Music Education Electives.
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Instrumental and Vocal Performance—39 credits minimum: 37 credits of the Music Core, plus a minimum of 2 credits of Specialization Requirements.
Artist Certificate in Music Performance—24 credits total: 17 credits required, 7 credits of electives.
In addition, students interested in non-major study in Music may choose:
Minor in Music requiring 21 credits of MUS music courses.
Graduation Requirements
Credits earned in Music major courses are added with credits earned in the University General Education Requirements, General Electives, and a Minor (for B.A. degree) to total 120 credits minimum for graduation.
Additional requirements include: students specializing in instrument and voice must present a shared recital in the junior year and a full recital in the senior year (B.M. only); active participation and attendance of music productions, forums, recitals and concerts is required; and a departmental comprehensive examination must be successfully completed during the final semester. All majors must pass a piano proficiency test demonstrating functional keyboard skills prior to graduation. A minimum grade of C is required in all major and minor courses.
B.M. Core Requirements
Music Core (37 credits)
Please note: Students are required to take MUS 386 Ensemble 3 times at 1 credit each.
B.A. Core Requirements
Music Core (37 credits)
Please note: Students are required to take MUS 386 Ensemble 3 times at 1 credit each.
Instrumental Performance Specialization
The Instrumental Performance Specialization (piano, brass, guitar, strings, percussion, or woodwinds) emphasizes study of a primary instrument, with the option of a secondary instrument. Individualized attention by the music faculty, frequent opportunities for formal and informal student performances and forums on and off campus, ensembles, and quality private applied lessons characterize this specialization.
Instrumental Performance Sub Core (B.M.) (21 credits)
Electives for Instrumental Specialization
Choose 7 for B.M. Degree in Instrument Performance
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7 credits
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| Choose 2 for B.A. Degree in Instrument Performance |
2 credits
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Note: For TH and DAN courses, please refer to the course description section of the catalog
Vocal Performance Specialization
The Vocal Performance Specialization is designed for music students with a combined interest in voice and vocal stage performances with an emphasis on art song, choral repertoire, musical theatre, and opera. Opera and Musical Theatre programs are performed each semester, and vocal recitals are presented on a regular basis throughout each academic year. Individualized attention by the Music faculty, frequent opportunities for formal and informal student performances and forums on and off campus, ensembles, and quality private applied lessons characterize this specialization.
Vocal Performance Specialization Sub Core (B.M.) (24 credits)
Please note: Students are required to take MUS 386 Ensemble 2 times at 1 credit each.
Please note: Students are required to take MUS 392 Perf. Workshop 2 times at 2 credits each.
Electives for Vocal Performance, Choose:
| For B.M. degree in Vocal Performance |
4 credits
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| For B.A. degree in Vocal Performance |
2 credits
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Note: For TH and DAN courses, please refer to the course description section of the catalog
Music Education Specialization
The Music Education Specialization combines the Music Core (37 credits) with Specific Music Requirements (7 credits) for the Education Specialization and music electives (3 credits) with a Professional Training Option (PTO) program including 18 credits from the School of Education.
Music Core (B.M.) (37 credits)
Please note: Students are required to take MUS 386 Ensemble 3 times at 1 credit each.
Music Education Sub Core (B.M.) (7 credits)
Education (PTO) Corequisites (B.M.) (18 credits)
Music Education Electives (B.M.) (minimum 3 credits)