Training
•A liberal arts music degree with flexibility to pair music with other interests such as biblical studies, business, or psychology
•Core study in music theory, aural skills, music history and literature, conducting, and instrumentation
•Private lessons on your chosen instrument or voice
•One-on-one mentorship from faculty who maintain active professional careers
Performance & Productions
•Benson Great Hall — premier 1,700-seat concert venue in the Twin Cities metro
•Bethel Choir, Wind Symphony, Chamber Orchestra, Bethel Philharmonic Orchestra, and Jazz Orchestra
•Festival of Christmas, Jazz in the Great Hall, and Classics in the Great Hall
•Ensembles tour nationally every year and internationally every four years
•Past international destinations include Singapore, Malaysia, Poland, Sweden, and France
Professional Development
•Christ-centered learning community with faith integrated into coursework
•Bethel Career Commitment: job or grad school support within six months of graduation
•Prepares graduates for worship, arts administration, music therapy pathways, and graduate study
•Alumni accepted to Peabody Institute, Eastman School of Music, Sibelius Academy (Finland), and Boston University
Degree Structure
•Private lessons and a performance organization required each semester (minimum four years)
•Piano proficiency exam required
•Half senior recital
•Cannot be combined with a Music minor
