Music Degrees Online

The department offers both a major and a minor in music. The Bachelor of Arts program begins with introductory courses on fundamentals and basic theory, history of Western and non-Western music, and composition using modern electronic technology.

A solid basis in music theory is provided by a sequence of courses that integrates the study of harmony, counterpoint, composition, and analysis.

You’ll receive one-on-one guidance from faculty. Being familiar with your interests and ability, instructors can precisely challenge your musicianship, whether it is through small or private classes or by creating a performance group that suits your instrument and level. Ensembles are ideal for developing and refining musical skills. Student composers often have their original pieces premiered by campus ensembles or played and critiqued by professional musicians-in-residence.

After achieving a solid grasp of traditional music concepts, many students examine an idea more carefully through independent study, advanced courses, or an honors thesis. Advanced courses touch on such topics as history, literature, orchestration, and arranging skills, with special seminars on particular composers, particular periods, or interdisciplinary topics such as poetry and music.

Both majors and minors are asked to demonstrate piano proficiency by examination. The department also encourages students to take courses in other subject areas that complement their principal area of interest in music.

Unlike a more specialized conservatory, Lafayette’s Department of Music is flexible and allows all students, regardless of experience or major, to develop their musical interests. Studying music builds technical and analytical skills as well as an appreciation of the historic and creative aspects of the artistic process.

The study and performance of music:
fosters powers of discrimination and critical awareness;
sharpens the faculties of perception, feeling, and understanding; and
develops sensitivity to the depth and subtlety of human expression.

The department is committed to the study of music as an important element of a liberal arts education and offers students-regardless of their major-the opportunity and means to experience music emotionally and intellectually. The department meets this goal by offering a variety of courses in four principal areas: music history and literature, music theory and analysis, performance, and composition.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN MUSIC

Lander music students gain valuable experience assisting with on-campus activities presented by Greenwood-Lander Performing Arts, Music Educators National Conference, South Carolina Music Teachers Association, Lander Piano Festival, Lander Choral Festival, and South Carolina Band Clinics. Possible career paths for students who have earned a degree in music include, but are not limited to:
Educator
Collegiate educator/administrator
Private studio management
Primary or secondary education and administration
Performer
Accompanying/collaborative performance
Conducting Military band/chorus
Opera and music theatre
Orchestral or band performer
Music Business
Advertising and public relations
Arranging
Composition: radio, TV, movie, commercials
Computer musician
Concert manager/artist representative
Instrumental manufacturer representative
Instrument repair technician
Music administration/arts commissions
Music and copyright law
Production and stage management

The Department of Music offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in music, a Bachelor of Music degree with two areas of concentration, performance and music education, and a Bachelor of Science degree in music technology. The Bachelor of Arts degree is especially useful for students wanting to do a double major in a pre-professional course of study. A Minor in Music or Music Technology is also available

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