the school of Music - Illinois Wesleyan University
the school of Music - Illinois Wesleyan University
the school of Music - Illinois Wesleyan University
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The Collegiate Choir was featured at <strong>the</strong> 2008 and 2012 American Choral Directors<br />
Association (ACDA) Central Division Conferences!<br />
DEGREES & MAJORS<br />
Bachelor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Music</strong> in Composition<br />
Places strong emphasis on private composition study as well as on o<strong>the</strong>r areas<br />
<strong>of</strong> critical importance to composers: applied instrumental and vocal instruction,<br />
music history, <strong>the</strong>ory, conducting, and music technology/computer music.<br />
This program is aimed at developing young composers’ aes<strong>the</strong>tic sensitivities,<br />
practical skills and inner ears in ways that will make it possible for <strong>the</strong>m to<br />
create music <strong>of</strong> significance and meaning.<br />
Bachelor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Music</strong> Education (Vocal and/or Instrumental)<br />
Is a 4-year program that prepares students to teach in public <strong>school</strong>s through<br />
pr<strong>of</strong>essional course work and through observation and participation in a<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> public <strong>school</strong> settings. A full semester <strong>of</strong> supervised teaching in<br />
both elementary and secondary <strong>school</strong>s is a feature <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> senior year. Because<br />
<strong>Illinois</strong> has one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> more rigorous certification programs, many o<strong>the</strong>r states<br />
grant certification immediately.<br />
Bachelor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Music</strong> in Performance<br />
Is designed for students committed to <strong>the</strong> achievement <strong>of</strong> excellence in <strong>the</strong><br />
field <strong>of</strong> performance. Students pursue this program in one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> following<br />
performance areas: percussion, piano, strings, voice, or winds. This degree<br />
program also includes extensive studies in music literature, pedagogical techniques,<br />
and <strong>the</strong>ory.<br />
Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Arts in <strong>Music</strong><br />
Is for students who wish to complete a general study <strong>of</strong> music within a liberal<br />
arts curriculum. Course work and experiences are designed to provide opportunities<br />
for students to develop basic musicianship skills, performance skills,<br />
and to engage in a broad study <strong>of</strong> musical repertoire. This is <strong>the</strong> program<br />
recommended for students who wish to double major.<br />
O<strong>the</strong>r options…<br />
Double Major<br />
• Major in music and a second<br />
discipline with <strong>the</strong> recommended<br />
degree being <strong>the</strong> B.A in <strong>Music</strong>.<br />
Minors in <strong>Music</strong>, Jazz Studies,<br />
and Arts Management<br />
• Complete a secondary concentration<br />
in one <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong>se areas<br />
to complement studies in <strong>the</strong><br />
100%<br />
liberal arts.<br />
Percentage <strong>of</strong> music majors<br />
assigned pr<strong>of</strong>essional accompanists<br />
at no extra charge<br />
550 seat recital hall<br />
4 additional performance venues<br />
2 rehearsal halls<br />
40 practice rooms<br />
96 pianos<br />
40 teaching studios<br />
2 computer laboratories<br />
1 Electroacoustic <strong>Music</strong> Studio<br />
85 students employed in <strong>the</strong><br />
School <strong>of</strong> <strong>Music</strong>
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