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Bachelor of Arts in Music

Music Degree Vocal Concentration

A Modern Curriculum for the Modern Musician

Throw yourself into the world of traditional and modern music when you enter the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree program. You'll be able to connect classical practices with current up-to-date skills that will ready you for the field of your choosing. Tailor your education further with an added minor of your choice or double major to perfectly fit the field you want to pursue.

Scholarships are available for all vocal and instrumental ensembles! Join the William Woods marching, concert, jazz, or pep band, or the choir or chamber ensemble. Any and all experience levels welcome, regardless of major!

Want to focus on your singing performance and skills? Pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Music - Vocal Performance Concentration!

  • Music theory.
  • Music history.
  • Aural training.
  • Basic piano skills.
  • In-depth instrumental and vocal training.
  • A greater appreciation for all genres of music.

This program provides you with the skills to perform and understand music on a deeper and more technical level. Examples include:

  • Music Theory 1
  • Keyboard Techniques
  • American Music History
  • Jameson Singers
  • Band

Audition Dates

  • October 5th, 2024 (Fall Discovery Day)

To schedule individual vocal auditions, please reach out to Dr. Alex Kirby, Assistant Professor of Music and University Choir Director: alex.kirby@williamwoods.edu.

To schedule individual vocal auditions, please reach out to Dr. David Witter, Assistant Professor of Music and University Band Director: david.witter@williamwoods.edu.

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Your Music Degree at Work

Students who earn their BA in Music have a wide range of in-demand career paths to choose from after graduation, and can amplify the path they choose based on the minor that they earn as well.

Performance

  • Music Performer
  • Musician

Education

  • Private Music Instructor
  • Music Director

Psychology

  • Music Therapist

Business

  • Music Producer/ Agent
  • Music Director

History

  • Musicologist
  • Curator

Communications

  • Publicist
  • Music Journalist
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"The Bachelor of Arts in Music is one of the most versatile music degrees. The customizable degree paired with our modern take on the curriculum, truly allows students to craft a degree that meets their career goals.”  

Dr. Alex Kirby,
Assistant Professor of Music and University Choir Director