Training
•The Instrumental Performance specialization emphasizes study of a primary instrument with the option of a secondary instrument, individualized attention from the music faculty, and private applied lessons.
•The BM requires a minimum of 65 credits, including the 37-credit Music Core and at least 28 credits of specialization sub-core and electives.
Performance & Productions
•Students have frequent formal and informal performance forums and can participate in guitar, piano, jazz, chamber, and other ensembles.
•The BM structure includes a shared junior recital and a full senior recital for instrumental and voice students, alongside ongoing applied study.
Location
•Miami Shores and the wider South Florida multicultural community provide a setting for collaborative music projects, performances, and service.
Degree Flexibility
•Barry integrates music theory, applied lessons, ensembles, liberal-arts study, critical thinking, writing, communication, and technology skills for future music employment.
•Instrumental students prepare repertoire from classical or jazz traditions, with current audition guidance focused on classical piano and/or guitar.
