Program Recognition
•Instrumental Music Education prepares future K-12 band, orchestra, and instrumental music teachers through the Bachelor of Arts in Music Education.
Training
•Build musicianship and teaching skill through instrumental study, conducting, pedagogy, music coursework, classroom observation, lesson planning, individual instruction, and teaching entire classes.
•The concentration aligns with Louisiana teacher-certification expectations and includes the Praxis and Teacher Preparation Program milestones required for the profession.
Performance & Productions
•Ensembles, applied lessons, studio work, and supervised school experiences connect strong performance habits with practical classroom leadership.
Professional Development
•A year-long teacher residency and preparation for K-12 certification support entry into band and orchestra teaching, continued study, and school-based music leadership.
