Programs of Study in Music

B.A. in Music

Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A.)


B.A. in Music The B.A. program offers a broad, flexible study of music, and it is easily combinable with other majors and minors. It includes performance studies and a sequence of music theory, aural skills, and history courses. Students may take additional electives according to their interests. There are two optional concentrations in the B.A. degree track: The Music History & Literature concentration provides students the opportunity to explore the scholarly aspects of music study. The exploration of music through…

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Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.)


Bachelor of Music Education (BME) Students seeking a career teaching music will find an experienced and supportive faculty and a curriculum that will prepare teachers for the demands of the 21st century classroom. The four-year Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) program offers students the professional skills needed to be a well-rounded music educator. The program leads to Music Multi-Age licensure and prepares the student for teaching instrumental and vocal music in the public and private schools, grades preK-12. The accreditation…

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B.M. in Performance

Bachelor of Music in Performance (B.M.)


B.M. in Performance The B. Mus. Degree puts primary emphasis on the skills, concepts, and sensitivities essential to the life of the performing musician. While our department offers many performing opportunities for all our students, the B. Mus. Curriculum requires intensive energy, preparation and dedication to the applied music performance area and supporting coursework. Many B. Mus. graduates continue their development through graduate study. Course Catalog > Programs in Music > Music Department > Student Learning Outcomes University Learning Goals…

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Music Minor


Minor in Music Our music minor is a great way to nurture your passion for music while pursuing a different major. You can receive a music minor in conjunction with any undergraduate degree offered at Otterbein. Also, our ensembles are open to ALL students, regardless of major! The music minor is available to any student on campus, and encompasses basic experiences in theory, applied instruction, history, and ensembles, as well as a collection of elective courses with the MUSC prefix.…

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