Program Recognition
•Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM); Keene State is the only liberal arts institution in northern New England to hold NASM accreditation
•Choral track of the BM Music Education, preparing K-12 choral and general-music teachers
Training
•14 credits of applied voice study, completed before student teaching
•Vocal diction, applied pedagogy, conducting, and music-technology coursework
•Choral and vocal studies coordinated by Dr. Sandra Howard (Concert Choir and Chamber Singers)
•Piano-proficiency and aural-skills tests required by end of sophomore year; 2.50 GPA required to begin student teaching
•K-12 choral and general-music practica leading to student teaching
Performance & Productions
•30–40 minute senior recital
•Students conduct and sing with ensembles including the KSC Concert Choir and Chamber Singers
Professional Development
•100% job-placement rate for the BM Music Education program over the past eight years
