Training
•Bullet: Blend a passion for music and teaching to develop skilled instrumentalists
•Bullet: Rigorous training in teaching methods, music theory, composition, and conducting
•Bullet: Coursework in Brass, Percussion, String, and Woodwind Methods plus instrumental pedagogy
•Bullet: Shared instruction between the Department of Music and Performing Arts and the Department of Education
•Bullet: Student teaching placement (grades K-12 and 5-12)
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Benson Great Hall — premier 1,700-seat concert venue in the Twin Cities metro
•Bullet: Wind Symphony, University Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, and Jazz Orchestra
•Bullet: Festival of Christmas, Jazz in the Great Hall, and Classics in the Great Hall
•Bullet: Ensembles tour nationally every year and internationally every four years
Professional Development
•Bullet: Fulfills Minnesota K-12 music certification requirements
•Bullet: Christ-centered learning community with faith integrated into coursework
•Bullet: Bethel Career Commitment: job or grad school support within six months of graduation
•Bullet: Strong regional reputation — many area principals hire recent Bethel graduates
•Bullet: Optional Middle Level Endorsements available with K-12 licensure
Degree Structure
•Bullet: Private lessons and Wind Symphony or University Orchestra required for a minimum of seven semesters
•Bullet: Piano proficiency exam required before student teaching
•Bullet: Must reach proficiency level 3 on a band or orchestral instrument
•Bullet: Half senior recital
