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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

The BA Brass focus develops a principal brass instrument through private lessons, Instrumental Master Class and recurring ensemble work in settings such as Wind Ensemble or Pep Band.

Four-course theory and aural-skills sequences, functional piano, Western-music study, Indigenous-music coursework and conducting form the musicianship core.

Degree Flexibility

UAA's BA gives brass students room to choose courses in other academic areas while continuing concentrated performance study.

Degree outcomes encompass technical command of the primary instrument, functional piano, analysis of musical forms and construction, and historically and socially grounded understanding of representative repertory.

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Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.14

Grad rate

30%

Enrollment

7.2K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$7,618

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,594

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$40,204

Before aid

Average net price

$15,301

After aid

Cost Of Attendance.Cshtml · uaa.alaska.edu College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Training

The BA Brass focus develops a principal brass instrument through private lessons, Instrumental Master Class and recurring ensemble work in settings such as Wind Ensemble or Pep Band.

Four-course theory and aural-skills sequences, functional piano, Western-music study, Indigenous-music coursework and conducting form the musicianship core.

Degree Flexibility

UAA's BA gives brass students room to choose courses in other academic areas while continuing concentrated performance study.

Program Highlights

Training

The BA Brass focus develops a principal brass instrument through private lessons, Instrumental Master Class and recurring ensemble work in settings such as Wind Ensemble or Pep Band.

Four-course theory and aural-skills sequences, functional piano, Western-music study, Indigenous-music coursework and conducting form the musicianship core.

Degree Flexibility

UAA's BA gives brass students room to choose courses in other academic areas while continuing concentrated performance study.

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Fall regular applicationJul 15, 2027

Fall late applicationAug 15, 2027

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Audition Requirements

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At least 2 contrasting solos demonstrating your proficiency on your brass instrument

A single solo with contrasting movements satisfies the contrast requirement

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Application Logistics

Apply via UAA online application portal

Application is free ($25 late fee for submissions after the deadline)

Program Requirements

Music theory placement exam taken before enrolling in Music Theory I — for course placement only, not admission

Piano Proficiency exam must be passed before completing 60 credits

Each semester: perform in student recitals, stand for jury finals, and provide technical support at department concerts

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

All incoming first-year and transfer students must complete an audition/performance evaluation prior to their first semester

Prepare at least 2 contrasting solos that display your proficiency on your brass instrument

No specific style or period is required

Auditions may be conducted in person or by video (live or recorded)

Faculty assess readiness for juried private lessons, ensembles, and academic music classes

Students not ready for juried lessons begin with non-juried private lessons to build performance skills

Auditions are scheduled as needed; sign up via the Music Department audition form

Scholarship Info

Music Department Scholarships

Marguerite Downey Memorial Music Scholarship

Friends of the Performing Arts Scholarship

Brown Schoenheit Memorial Scholarship

Edward Rolling Clinton Memorial Endowment

Mickey Belden Vocal Performance Scholarship

John (Wendy) Williamson Memorial Scholarship

Excellence in Music Scholarship

Music Tuition Waiver Scholarship

$125k awarded to music majors annually, averaging $4k per student

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.14

Grad rate

30%

Enrollment

7.2K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$7,618

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,594

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$40,204

Before aid

Average net price

$15,301

After aid

Cost Of Attendance.Cshtml · uaa.alaska.edu College Scorecard

Training

The BA Brass focus develops a principal brass instrument through private lessons, Instrumental Master Class and recurring ensemble work in settings such as Wind Ensemble or Pep Band.

Four-course theory and aural-skills sequences, functional piano, Western-music study, Indigenous-music coursework and conducting form the musicianship core.

Degree Flexibility

UAA's BA gives brass students room to choose courses in other academic areas while continuing concentrated performance study.

Updated 2d ago