Music Major with Musical Arts Concentration (B.M.)
UNG's Bachelor of Music with a major in music and a concentration in musical arts takes a liberal arts approach to the study of music allowing for a broad exploration of the field without a strict focus on performance or music education.
In addition to music study, students will take an elective course of study outside of music which can include areas such as business, technology, psychology, and computer science. Many minors or double majors are viable to create a multi-faceted career track.
The musical arts concentration is ideal for students who may want to prepare for graduate study or academic careers in a non-performance related fields such as musicology, ethnomusicology, music theory & composition, or music therapy.
This program can prepare students for a variety of professional careers in music such as composing & arranging, music production & recording, music publishing, music business, and other wide-ranging areas of the music and arts industry.
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How to Become a Music Major at UNG
Experience the Music Major with Musical Arts
Our music programs focus on undergraduate education that allow you to have multiple opportunities to perform that they may not receive at other programs. From general, divisional, and solo recitals to solo appearances with one of the ensembles, the arts-rich environment of North Georgia provides highly supportive live audiences, cultivating a strong sense of accomplishment and motivating students to pursue high artistic goals.
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
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
Define Your Own College Experience
Make Your Money Count
Take control of your personal finances. Attend budgeting workshops, make a financial action plan or connect with a money mentor.
Where All Are Welcome
We're all different, and we encourage and empower you to be you. We provide a welcoming environment to celebrate all identities and encourage all to learn from one another.
Feed Your Wanderlust
Travel and work toward your degree at the same time. There's a fun study abroad program for any major on almost any continent.
Where Can This Musical Arts Concentration Lead You?
Students who have pursued this pathway are regularly accepted into prestigious graduate programs for further study and often receive graduate assistantship offers.
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