About Music
The Department of Art, Music & Theatre Arts offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in music, Bachelor of Music degree and a Bachelor of Music Education degree.
Cameron University is accredited by The National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
At Cameron University, music majors learn how to think and read critically and master a body of musical knowledge. Music majors also have the opportunity to integrate important computer technologies in the course of their studies including composition and recording software.
In addition, faculty members mentor students and encourage them to actively engage with peers and teachers and with the community beyond Cameron. Furthermore, students have the opportunity to develop self-confidence and professional experience by participating in our performance program. The Department of Art, Music & Theatre features two performance facilities including a 125-seat recital hall and a 398-seat proscenium stage.
At the core of all programs are rigorous courses in theory and music history, linked with courses in keyboard skills designed to build students’ grasp of musical structure and musicianship. In students’ primary performance medium, our accomplished and dedicated faculty offer a mix of classroom interaction and individual instruction to develop true musicians.
MAJOR DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Art in Music
The Bachelor of Art degree in Music provides a program of study in the general principles of musicianship and performance for students who possess a love of music and will be involved in music throughout their lifetimes, but wish to integrate their training with another field of study as their minor field.
Bachelor of Music Education Degree
This professional degree with an emphasis in music education is designed for students who wish to pursue future careers in elementary or secondary music education. Students select an area of concentration (instrumental, or vocal/keyboard). This degree will allow students to teach in Oklahoma public schools.
Bachelor of Music
The Bachelor of Music degree requires extensive preparation in music and prepares students for professional careers as performers or composers. The program provides opportunities for additional course work in knowledge of music and musicianship and in private instruction in a primary performance medium. It features concentrations in Voice, Instrumental, Piano, and Composition.
