Program Recognition
•Accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music
•Industry-recognized Avid Learning Partner for commercial music production students
Training
•BA Commercial Music combines production, business, performance, and songwriting
•Classes cover songwriting, performance, copyright, licensing, royalties, deal structures, music production, and audio technology
•Songwriting plan includes COMU 2850 Songwriting, private songwriting study, and a senior project
Performance & Productions
•Student-led ensembles provide performance and sound engineering opportunities
•Practical experience is available through university and School of the Arts events
Professional Development
•Annual How to Make it in the Music Industry symposium brings artists and industry leaders to campus
•Guest lecturers and artists have included producers, performers, songwriters, and music executives
•Faculty include industry-active producers, managers, engineers, and songwriters
Study Abroad
•Music majors can study abroad through May term, summer, and semester-long options
