Overview
APU’s music performance major equips musicians to take their art to the next level. The degree is tailored to students desiring a career in performance, pedagogy (private teaching), or to pursue advanced degrees in performance. The performance major is offered in voice, piano, organ, guitar, trumpet, trombone, baritone, euphonium, tuba, French horn, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, violin, viola, cello, bass, percussion, and harp.
In addition to music performance, courses in theory, music history, literature, and conducting give the student a thorough preparation in comprehensive musicianship. Performance majors also participate in musical ensembles, attend and perform in recitals, and take voice and piano classes, providing extensive, diverse musical experiences. Music performance majors leave APU with the artistic and practical preparation they need to start a musical career.
Is this Major Right for You?
You’re a music performance major if you...
- Have a good musical ear
- Have natural musical talent
- Are diligent and willing to put in extensive time and effort to hone your talent into skill
- Enjoy the process of creation
- Would like to be surrounded by music in your career
- Visualize a career performing in a professional orchestra or vocal ensemble
- Want to teach the art of music privately or at the college level
- Plan to pursue an advanced degree in music
- Seek thorough preparation in comprehensive musicianship
Learn more about this major and required courses.
