Our program will prepare you to pursue a wide range of career opportunities, both within and outside the music world. Our talented professors with professional career experience will provide you with a broad education in music theory, composition, history, and technology.
Hone your music skills by learning about songwriting music theory, performing ensembles, and music technology.
Practical and theoretical teaching will ensure that you receive a well-rounded educational experience as your appreciation of music grows and your understanding of the science behind sound is enhanced.
Majors: Learn how music can launch your fine arts focused career or be implemented in a wide array of vocational callings.
Minors: Learn the foundational principles of music that can be incorporated into your chosen career path.
We have scholarship opportunities!
Fine Arts Scholarship opportunities are available for those interested in pursuing this program. Click here for eligibility and requirement details!
Career Opportunities
- Songwriter
- Composer
- Musician
Faculty
Department Chair

Tom Matrone, DMA
Music Department Chair, Director of Choral Activities
Regular Faculty

Larry Dissmore, D.M.A
Professor of Music, Director of Orchestra Activities

Bonnie L. Jenkins, Ph.D.
Chair of University Assessment and Professor of Music

Kevin Andrew Hawkins, Ph.D.
Professor of Music, Program Director of Music Education

Greg Morris, D.M.A.
Professor of Music (Piano)

Matthew Moore, M.A.
Director of Bands, Recording Technology Program Coordinator

Jason Salazar, PhD
Associate Professor of Music, Worship Leadership Program Coordinator

Justin Stanton
Director of Bands
Adjunct Faculty
Starla Blair
Adjunct Professor

Mark A. Bowdidge, D.M.A.
Adjunct Professor of Music
Jane Munson-Berg
Adjunct Professor

Kathleen Cowens
Adjunct Professor

Sheri Slater, D.M.A.
Adjunct Professor

Ryan J. Hurn
Percussion Studies

Eric Jackson
Applied Horn Instructor

Timothy Wootton
Adjunct Professor of Music (Trumpet)
Dwight Davis
Applied Area - Euphonium, Tuba
Darren Eddington
Assistant Band Director
Angela Holland
Adjunct Professor

Jane Harris
Adjunct Professor

Susan Smith
Adjunct Associate Professor of Music

Dodi Petersen
Adjunct Professor
Robert Terry
Adjunct Professor
Daniel "Riley" Robison
Adjunct Professor
Robert Baker
Adjunct Professor

Carly Wingfield
Adjunct Professor