Music
Music studies consist of the discipline and
art of music making along with exploration of
how music serves human needs for constructive
imagination, beauty, worship, and reconciliation.
In addition to individual applied music studies and academic music courses, CMU music studies include participation in a wide variety of ensembles including choirs, guitar ensemble, vocal jazz, jazz band, worship band, opera workshop, and small chamber groups. Bachelor of Music degrees prepare students for careers and further studies in music education, performance, musicology, music administration, and music ministry.
Why Study Music at CMU?
- A low student/faculty ratio. The average class size at CMU is 18 students
- Outstanding instruction from a caring, accessible and highly qualified faculty
- A welcoming, supportive student body
- Great facilities, including excellent performance venues and plenty of practice space
- A collaborative approach to music through numerous ensembles
- A wide diversity of offerings within the music program
- Plenty of opportunities for solo and ensemble performance
- Well-prepared graduates for a diverse and constantly changing society, and for careers and/or further studies in music performance, music education, music therapy, music ministry, music administration and music production
