Program Recognition
•Bullet: Performance-oriented BA in American University's Department of Performing Arts
•Bullet: Liberal arts music degree built for breadth, depth, and flexibility
•Bullet: Specialties may include performance, composition, ethnomusicology, music history, arts management, theory, music journalism, business and entertainment, and audio technology
Training
•Bullet: Required private instrumental or vocal study on a principal instrument or voice
•Bullet: Music majors attend weekly music performance lab and complete six semesters of approved performance ensembles
•Bullet: Curriculum includes theory, musicianship, music history, advanced seminars, and concentration electives shaped with a faculty mentor
Location
•Bullet: Washington, DC setting supports partnerships with arts organizations such as Washington National Opera
•Bullet: Students can pursue internships, independent study, research grants, ensemble travel, and interdisciplinary coursework
Degree Flexibility
•Bullet: Flexible degree requirements make double majoring common
•Bullet: Capstone may be a recital, research paper, or another project in the student's specialty area
•Bullet: Study abroad is built into the sample four-year plan