The Bachelor of Music with a major in music and a concentration in vocal performance is designed for students who want to become professional performers, as a path to prepare students for a graduate study, and for those who wish to have careers as teaching in academia or private studios.
Students receive one-to-one instruction with our superb music faculty and aim for the highest performance goals and professionalism. Students will have an opportunity to study music in a variety of styles and genres to assist with vocal development for a multifaceted career in singing.
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
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.
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The Vocal Performance Concentration in 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 will have an opportunity to study music in a variety of styles and genres to assist with vocal development for a multifaceted career in singing.
UNG music alumni have achieved highly successful careers in performance including:
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