This concentration is offered within the Bachelor of Music program.
Energize your instrumental career
You’ll refine your artistry and prepare for a professional life in music performance, studio teaching or various creative roles. This degree provides a strong foundation in instrumental techniques without requiring teacher certification. Dedicate your studies to performance and instrumental pedagogy rather than public school classroom certification.
Focused instrumental training
You’ll receive intensive training on your primary instrument and benefit from a curriculum that leaves room for elective choices. This flexibility allows you to explore interests like composition, recording technology or advanced ensemble performance.
Instrumental expertise and growth
- Advanced instrumental performance. Sharpen your technical skills.
- Large ensemble participation. Perform in wind bands.
- Music theory foundation. Strengthen your musical analysis.
- Instrumental methods study. Gain pedagogical knowledge.
- Professional recital experience. Showcase your individual artistry.
Elective credits allow you to shape your education to match your career goals. You’ll have the option to pursue extra performance credits or branch out into other musical disciplines. This approach ensures your studies directly support your long-term plans.
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Requirements Degree mapIs this program accredited?
Yes, by the NASM.
Apply to SFA's music program
The School of Music application is a two-part process. Your acceptance into the music program is contingent upon successful admission to SFA. These two application processes may be completed at the same time.
All the information you need is below, or you can contact us with specific questions.
When you're ready to begin, complete the online School of Music application.
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