Program Recognition
•Bullet: The Music Department is part of SAU's School of Communication, Media & Fine Arts
•Bullet: The department frames music study through liberal arts learning and a Christ-centered mission
Training
•Bullet: Music majors study theory, aural skills, music history, conducting, production, applied lessons, and ensembles
•Bullet: The Music Performance Concentration requires applied lessons on the primary instrument for 8 semesters
•Bullet: Music majors complete semester juries, a sophomore check, and junior/professional recitals
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Department ensembles include University Singers, Gospel Choir, Concert Band, String Ensemble, Jazz Lab Band, Jazz Ensemble, Chapel Band, and Rooted
•Bullet: Private lessons are available for voice or nearly any musical instrument
Value
•Bullet: Music scholarships are available for students who audition into the music program and for students active in ensembles