Accreditation
•NASM accredited since 1986 (National Association of Schools of Music)
Training
•Bachelor of Music in Composition is a professional degree for in-depth study toward graduate work, private teaching, composing, and arranging
•Personal attention from faculty who are skilled teachers, seasoned performers, and acclaimed composers
•Multiple opportunities to have your work performed live by student musicians, including a full Senior Recital
•Coursework in orchestration, choral arranging, analytic techniques, and audio production
•Opportunities to collaborate with UNW student filmmakers
Performance Opportunities
•Large and small ensembles including Northwestern Choir, Symphonic Band, UNW Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and chamber ensembles
•Solo performance opportunities on campus and on local and international tours
•Annual Concerto-Aria Competition
•Proximity to world-class ensembles in Minneapolis and St. Paul
