Music Education | Ashland University

College

College of Arts & Sciences

Department

Music Department

Degree

Program Type

Undergraduate

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Program Overview

Introduce music to the next generation by joining the Music Education program. You will receive a comprehensive education in instrumental and vocal music that nurtures your artistic strengths. The curriculum includes courses in music theory and history, as well as opportunities for lessons and ensembles. Each semester will involve lessons in your primary instrument or voice and ensembles. With the College of Education, you will apply your knowledge and share your enthusiasm for music with students in a classroom setting. Alongside your Bachelor of Music degree, you will obtain licensure in teaching music, opening the door for career opportunities in public and private schools nationwide.

Learning Experiences

During your time in the Music Education program, you can:

Gain valuable firsthand experience with music as both a student and educator, culminating in a student internship and teacher licensure
Receive mentorship from renowned faculty with extensive knowledge and enthusiasm for the art of music
Benefit from significant, talent-based scholarships available to music majors, minors and other program participants
Join and learn from small musical ensembles to further your own artistic abilities
Perform with Ashland University bands and choirs on international tours of Germany, Italy, Austria and Spain.

Curriculum

Courses and groups required for the Music Education program include:

MUSIC 259 Music Theory I
MUSIC 211 Class Piano I
MUSIC 227 Aural Skills I
EDFN 130 Introduction to Teaching
Participation in ensembles (marching band, choir, etc.)

More information can be found in the Four-Year Guide.

Auditions

Admission to the Music Education program requires an entrance audition, which also determines the recipients of talent-based scholarships. The audition process is: