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    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.

    Degree Type

    Bachelor of Music

    Campus Availability

    • Dahlonega Campus

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    How to Become a Music Major at UNG

    1. Apply to UNG. Learn how to apply.
    2. Once you are accepted at UNG, you must successfully complete an audition to start your journey earning this degree from the music department.
    3. Find the dates and specific requirements for your audition.
      • Auditioning automatically places you in consideration for music scholarships

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    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

    Your First Year

    Along with the core curriculum courses, you will begin foundational courses in Music Theory, Aural Skills, and Class Piano. You will also begin one-on-one applied studies on your primary instrument and participate in one or more of the many ensembles offered by the department. In addition, you will start taking courses in the core curriculum that will set the foundation for a diverse educational experience.

    Reach out to Academic Advising for guidance on your curriculum options.

    Sophomore Year

    You will continue to deepen your expertise in the foundations of music and performance and will begin exploring classes that are specific to your career goals in the field. You will also select your secondary course of study outside of music with the help of your advisor.

    Junior Year

    At this point, you will start focusing more on upper-level music electives and liberal arts courses related to your interests. These will prepare you to design and embark upon a meaningful capstone project in your senior year. In addition, you will present your junior level public recital on your principal instrument. 

    Senior Year

    During this year, you will be working primarily in your elective and liberal arts course of study in your chosen field. In addition, you will be developing and creating your senior capstone project, which will focus heavily on your path of study.

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    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

    UNG Music Ensembles

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    Travel and work toward your degree at the same time. There's a fun study abroad program for any major on almost any continent.

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    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.

    Use our tool to explore different careers related to this degree program. You can download a customized career profile, learn about location-based salaries, and discover the skills you need to get the job you want.

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