Areas of Study
Every area of study has distinct strengths and exceptional opportunities that allow you to experience various aspects of being a musician.
- Voice
- From the stage to the choir room, the Voice area serves a diverse and creative student population. Local and regional performance opportunities emphasize our commitment to growing experienced musicians.
- Keyboard
- The Keyboard area is composed of world-class teacher-performers along with some of the best facilities in West Michigan. We offer courses in piano, organ and harpsichord for all students, both beginners and experts.
- Winds, Brass and Percussion
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Vigorous studio instruction matches our professional ensembles to create a strong Winds, Brass and Percussion area. Instruments of study in this area include:
- Flute
- Oboe
- Clarinet
- Bassoon
- Saxophone
- Trumpet
- Horn
- Trombone
- Euphonium
- Tuba
- Percussion
- Jazz
- The Jazz studies area is built on creativity and performance. We offer jazz combo groups for all experience levels.
- Music Education
- The Music Education area provides experiential learning in the classroom with outstanding musical training. We are active participants in conferences, clinics and local school districts.
- Strings
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Our Strings area provides powerhouse studio instruction and chamber music opportunities. Instruments of study in this area include:
- Violin
- Viola
- Cello
- String bass
- Guitar
- Harp
WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH A DEGREE IN MUSIC?
Our alumni have used their degrees in the field and beyond.