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People use music to express things they can’t always say. Gain an appreciation and understanding of the arts on theoretical and practical levels so you can foster the gifts God has given you. Geneva’s music degree prepares you for a lifetime of worshiping God and connecting with others through music.
Geneva prepares you to make a meaningful impact in your career, community and life.
Musical Fundamentals
Courses include music theory, aural skills, music history, World and Popular music
Applied Lessons
Instrumental lessons available to match student interests
Rich Ensemble Experiences
Students in any major are welcome to join instrumental and vocal ensembles, The Genevans, Marching Band, New Song, Jazz Band, and more
Combine with Other Degrees
Encouragement to combine a music degree with other degree programs, majors, and minors
Key Courses
Music Theory
Learn the fundamentals of music as you study and practice scales, intervals, voice leading, and other essential skills
Aural Skills
With an emphasis on sight-singing, ear training, and the physical expression of music, this class will stretch your understanding of music to the next level
Conducting
Study the science behind conducting by looking at beat patterns, harmony, and musical scores
Music History
Get to know Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Mozart, and more renowned musicians and their legacies in this survey course
Experienced & Accomplished Faculty
Students who graduate from SA国际传媒 with a degree in music will:
- Perform music with expressiveness, excellence, breadth, and stylistic integrity
- Perceive, understand, value, and critically respond to a variety of historical and current musical works in Western and other cultures
- Think critically and communicate clearly about theoretical, aesthetic, ethical, social, economic, and philosophical issues in music, relating these to a Christian worldview
- Lead others in the appropriate enjoyment and performance of music
- Perform in student recitals, performance boards, and ensemble concerts each semester
Career Outcomes
Graduates who aspire to have an impact in their communities and their careers through a Geneva Education gain expertise in this field enhanced by academics rooted in Christian values and ethics in Geneva’s program.
100%
of music graduates from Geneva are accepted to graduate school programs
$63,700
is the average salary for a media manager (Indeed.com).
鈥淕eneva gave me a deeper appreciation for music and a practical foundation that was just what I needed. I was well prepared for my career.鈥 - Stephen, music business graduate
Be prepared for careers such as...
- Recording Artist
- Composer
- Music Journalist
- Church Worship Leader
- Teacher
Further your impact...
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Join other Geneva graduates in attending music programs at California University of Pennsylvania, University of Cincinnati, Duquesne University, and Edinburgh College’s Reid School of Music
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Perform at the Metropolitan Opera in New York, or in Choral Societies across the country
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Use your skills and love of music to help people with disabilities through the field of music therapy
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