Music Major with Instrumental Performance Concentration (B.M.)
The Bachelor of Music with a major in music and a concentration in instrumental performance is for students who want to become professional performers and as a way to prepare students for a graduate studies. Students receive one-to-one instruction with our superb music faculty and aim for the highest performance goals and professionalism.
Our unique program also allows for secondary study on additional instruments (especially helpful for woodwind doublers, percussion, and low brass majors). UNG classroom instruction has low student-to-teacher ratio and professors make themselves available to assist students to succeed in their development.
Students perform in our large ensembles (orchestra and band) as well as have opportunities to grow through chamber music experiences each semester. These ensembles are coached by faculty and include multiple performance opportunities.
In addition, UNG regularly hosts guest artists from around the world to engage and inspire UNG students. Students will have the opportunity to work with these artists in master classes and workshops as well as hear them perform live on our campuses.
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How to Become a Music Major at UNG
Experience Our Music Major Program
This program offers an experience which is individual and adapted to your specific entrance level needs, gifts, and learning style. This may include work on multiple instruments/concentrations and a variety of ensembles. In support of that goal, the degree offers you access and opportunity through office hours, studio classes, master classes, and extra performances.
The music department has roughly an 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio
We have nationally and internationally recognized faculty who are active performers, clinicians, and teachers
Participate in engaging recitals, lectures and master classes by renowned guest artists
Why Music Major with Instrumental Performance at UNG
The music program focuses on undergraduate education with multiple opportunities to perform. From general, divisional, and solo recitals to solo appearances with one of the instrumental ensembles, you will have the opportunity for frequent and various performance experiences within the program.
The arts-rich environment of the North Georgia region provides students ample opportunity to perform for highly supportive live audiences, cultivating a strong sense of accomplishment and motivating students to pursue high artistic goals.
We support secondary study to enhance your full array of knowledge and make you more marketable as a performer.
What Your Journey Could Look Like
Ensemble Opportunities
Connect and engage with other musicians at UNG! The Department of Music has a variety of ensembles on the Dahlonega and Gainesville Campuses. Joining an ensemble will provide you with plenty of performing opportunities and will allow you to explore and advance your musicianship. If you are interested in challenging yourself and refining your musical skills, explore our music ensembles.
Instrumental Ensembles
- Wind Ensemble
- Sinfonietta
- Jazz Band
- Golden Eagle Band
- Low Brass Collective
- Percussion Ensemble
- Piano Ensemble
- Symphonic Band
- Chamber Orchestra
Vocal Ensembles
- University Singers
- Le Belle Voci
- Patriot Choir
- Music Theatre Workshop
- University Chorale
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Where Can the Instrumental Performance Concentration Lead You?
The Instrumental Performance Concentration of the Bachelor of Music Degree will prepare you for a career as a professional performer, studio teacher, to succeed in graduate music study, and provide a pathway to teaching in higher education. You will receive one-on-one instruction with our nationally recognized artist faculty who will help you achieve the highest levels performance and professionalism. Students may also have interest in:
- Instrument pedagogy
- Church Music Director
- Conducting
- Music Historian/Musicologist
- Ethnomusicology
- Arts Administration
- Ensemble Management
- Non-profit music organizations
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