Program Recognition
•NASM accredited since 1933 — oldest music accreditation in the State of Tennessee
•Faculty are active recitalists, chamber musicians, conductors, and members of professional performing organizations
Training & Curriculum
•Two-thirds of four-year program dedicated to concentrated music study
•Vocal Pedagogy, Diction for Singers, and Vocal Literature coursework
•Junior and senior recital requirements
•Minimum two semesters of Opera Workshop
Performance Opportunities
•Ensemble participation required each semester (minimum 8 hours)
•Opera Workshop, choral ensembles, and chamber music
•Free public concerts throughout the academic year
•Located in Chattanooga's thriving arts scene