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Choral Track

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

Bachelor of Arts in Music offers choral and instrumental tracks with weekly private instruction on the primary instrument

Coursework includes music theory, sight-singing and ear-training, music history, conducting, orchestration, and arranging

Choral Track curriculum includes University Chorus ensemble credits, choral conducting, senior recital, and final-semester internship

Performance & Productions

University Chorus performs sacred a cappella repertoire locally, regionally, and on extended spring tours

Faulkner Singers is a select 16-voice chamber ensemble drawn from Chorus members

Choral students attend and perform at the biennial Christian College Choral Festival

Professional Development

NAfME student chapter and Alabama Music Educators Association conference opportunities

Senior recital and professional music internship are built into the degree

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.36

Admit rate

73%

school-wide

Grad rate

37%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$24,600

Before aid

Average net price

$22,085

After aid

Student Accounts Tuition And Fees · faulkner.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 4, 5:43 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Arts in Music offers choral and instrumental tracks with weekly private instruction on the primary instrument

Coursework includes music theory, sight-singing and ear-training, music history, conducting, orchestration, and arranging

Choral Track curriculum includes University Chorus ensemble credits, choral conducting, senior recital, and final-semester internship

Performance & Productions

University Chorus performs sacred a cappella repertoire locally, regionally, and on extended spring tours

Faulkner Singers is a select 16-voice chamber ensemble drawn from Chorus members

Choral students attend and perform at the biennial Christian College Choral Festival

Professional Development

NAfME student chapter and Alabama Music Educators Association conference opportunities

Senior recital and professional music internship are built into the degree

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Arts in Music offers choral and instrumental tracks with weekly private instruction on the primary instrument

Coursework includes music theory, sight-singing and ear-training, music history, conducting, orchestration, and arranging

Choral Track curriculum includes University Chorus ensemble credits, choral conducting, senior recital, and final-semester internship

Performance & Productions

University Chorus performs sacred a cappella repertoire locally, regionally, and on extended spring tours

Faulkner Singers is a select 16-voice chamber ensemble drawn from Chorus members

Choral students attend and perform at the biennial Christian College Choral Festival

Professional Development

NAfME student chapter and Alabama Music Educators Association conference opportunities

Senior recital and professional music internship are built into the degree

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$25

Deadline

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Application Logistics

Apply through Common App or Faulkner's direct application portal

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Admission Pathway

Bachelor of Arts in Music students choose the Choral Track or Instrumental Track

Music candidates must pass an audition on their primary instrument before admission as music majors

Program Requirements

Music candidates complete a theory placement exam as part of the music-major process

The theory placement exam is not modeled as a performance gateway audition

Music majors complete private lessons, recital participation, senior recital, piano proficiency, major field test, and final-semester internship

What's The Process

Audition Process

Schedule the music audition by contacting the choral director or music department

Music majors and minors complete an additional interview

Audition Expectations

Three-part skills assessment; no prepared repertoire required

Match brief pitch patterns played on the piano

Sight-sing several short melodies; solfege or numbers are permitted but not required

Sing "My Country, 'Tis of Thee" in multiple keys from a provided score

No accompanist is needed; pitches are provided during the audition

Auditions are held in the Pop M. Myers Fine Arts building

Arrive at least 10 minutes early and check in at the main lobby

Dress professionally; jeans are not appropriate

Contact

Dr. Allen Clements: aclements@faulkner.edu for choral audition inquiries

Cathleen Bragg: cbragg@faulkner.edu or (334) 386-7190 for general questions

Scholarship Info

Ensemble Scholarship

$16,000 per year ($64,000 over four years) available to qualified ensemble performers

Music major not required for scholarship eligibility

Must participate in at least one ensemble per semester

Must maintain good standing and attend all rehearsals and performances

Must maintain minimum 2.5 GPA

Evaluated annually by music faculty

Music Major/Minor Requirements

Private lessons on primary instrument each semester

Regular performance in student recitals

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.36

Admit rate

73%

school-wide

Grad rate

37%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$24,600

Before aid

Average net price

$22,085

After aid

Student Accounts Tuition And Fees · faulkner.edu College Scorecard

Training

Bachelor of Arts in Music offers choral and instrumental tracks with weekly private instruction on the primary instrument

Coursework includes music theory, sight-singing and ear-training, music history, conducting, orchestration, and arranging

Choral Track curriculum includes University Chorus ensemble credits, choral conducting, senior recital, and final-semester internship

Performance & Productions

University Chorus performs sacred a cappella repertoire locally, regionally, and on extended spring tours

Faulkner Singers is a select 16-voice chamber ensemble drawn from Chorus members

Choral students attend and perform at the biennial Christian College Choral Festival

Professional Development

NAfME student chapter and Alabama Music Educators Association conference opportunities

Senior recital and professional music internship are built into the degree

Updated Aug 4, 5:43 PM