The Vocal Performance Specialization is designed for you to receive a music degree with a concentration in voice and vocal stage performances. There is a strong emphasis in opera, art song, choral and musical theatre. You will be able to participate in opera, musical theatre scenes programs and recitals throughout the academic year. In addition to voice and music core courses, recommended supplementary courses are offered in languages, acting, dance, and conducting.
Music Core
27 credits
MUS 109
Theory I
3 credits
MUS 110
Theory II
3 credits
MUS 186
Ensemble
3 credits
MUS 135-288
Applied Music
8 credits
MUS 327
History: Baroque and Classical
3 credits
MUS 328
History: Romantic Music
3 credits
MUS 386
Ensemble
3 credits
MUS 497
Senior Seminar
1 credit
Voice, Opera and Musical Theatre Requirements
14 credits
MUS 192
Performance Workshop
3 credits
MUS 335
Applied Music (voice)
2 credits
MUS 338
Applied Music (voice)
2 credits
MUS 386
Chamber Ensemble
9 credits
MUS 392
Performance Workshop
12 credits
MUS 487
Applied Music (voice)
2 credits
MUS 490
Applied Music (voice)
2 credits
Voice, Opera and Musical Theatre Electives
24 credits
MUS 180
Opera Workshop
1 credits
MUS 200
Diction for Singers
1 credit
MUS 211
Theory III
3 credits
MUS 212
Theory IV
3 credits
MUS 324
Musical Theatre Styles I
3 credits
MUS 340
Sightsinging/Eartraining
1 credit
MUS 380
Opera Workshop
1-3 credits
MUS 384
Conducting I
2 credits
MUS 385
Conducting II
2 credits
MUS 392
Performance Workshop
3-6 credits
MUS 420
Vocal Interpretation
1 credit
MUS 488
Vocal Pedagogy
2 credit
TH 155
Acting I
3 credits
TH 255
Acting II
3 credits
DAN
1-6 credits
*for BA, choose 12 credits from Voice, Opera, Mus. Thr. Requirements based upon student interest and discretion of advisor
