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
Full Time 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.
Associate Professor of Music, Music Education Program Coordinator
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
Assistant Professor of Music, 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