Music (Minor)
College of Arts and Sciences
Program Description
The Department of Music offers training in the study, creation, and performance of a broad spectrum of music. Course offerings reflect the breadth of faculty expertise, which ranges across global and local musical practices and repertories including Western art music in all periods, African and Afro-Caribbean music, East and Southeast Asian music, jazz, pop music, improvisation, experimentalism, sound art, electronic music, and digital game music.
The Music minor gives both formal recognition and structural coherence to the musical activities of students whose involvement with the Department of Music forms an essential aspect of their undergraduate careers. The minor requires students to engage with musical theories, materials, and techniques, the study of music in history and culture, and performance. At the same time, it provides students with the flexibility to emphasize areas that interest them most.
Those enrolled in the music minor are considered members of the Department of Music and are encouraged to participate in all program activities. View music courses on the program website.
Academic Standards
Grade Requirements
Each course must be completed with a grade of C- or better to count toward the minor. If a course is offered S/U, a grade of S is acceptable.
Minor Declaration Information
Submit the online Music Minor Application Form by the end of the Junior year.
Based on your interests, select and obtain the agreement of a faculty member who is willing to serve as your minor advisor.
Admission to the minor must be declared no later than the second semester of the Junior year; after the start of the seventh semester, admission is by petition only. Such students should attach a statement outlining their credentials and reasons for wishing to pursue a minor in music.