Music, BM
The Bachelor of Music (BM) is a professional degree designed for students pursuing advanced training in music performance, education, composition/theory, or jazz. Our curriculum blends intensive musical study with real-world experience and mentorship from dedicated artist-scholars.
Program Overview
The Music, BM program is a rigorous, immersive degree for students who are serious about pursuing music at a professional level. From the start, you’ll receive personalized instruction through one-on-one studio lessons with faculty who are not only educators but active performers and composers. You’ll perform regularly in large and small ensembles, gaining real-world experience and building your confidence on stage. Alongside your performance work, you’ll dive deep into music theory, musicology, and aural skills to develop a strong academic foundation. Your chosen concentration will shape your journey through specialized courses tailored to your interests and goals – all culminating in a senior recital or capstone experience that showcases your growth as an artist.
Concentrations
Music Performance
The instrumental or vocal performance concentration within the Bachelor of Music degree are prepares you to become professional performers, chamber musicians, orchestral or wind ensemble players, or soloists.
Music Education
The Music Education concentration within the Bachelor of Music degree prepares you to become a dynamic, confident, and compassionate K–12 music educator.
Studio Music
and Jazz
The Studio Music & Jazz concentration within the Bachelor of Music (BM) degree prepares students for careers as professional jazz artists, composers, and educators.
Theory and Composition
The Music Theory & Composition concentration within the Bachelor of Music degree is built for students who want to explore how music works and how to make it their own.
Your Studio, Your Home Sweet Home
Whether your focus is voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, or keyboard, your studio becomes your musical home throughout your degree. You’ll receive personalized instruction, close mentorship, and support from a community of peers who share your passion and drive.
Each studio is led by expert faculty and enhanced by opportunities to work with visiting guest artists, professional coaches, and collaborative performers. This close-knit environment helps you refine your technique, shape your artistic voice, and prepare for what’s next.
Why this program
The Bachelor of Music offers an immersive experience led by nationally recognized faculty who are also active performers, composers, and educators. From your first day on campus, you’ll receive individualized attention and support to help you grow as a musician and artist. Students have access to a wide range of ensembles—from orchestras and wind bands to jazz combos and contemporary music groups—as well as state-of-the-art facilities, practice spaces, and recording opportunities. With a strong track record of alumni success in graduate school, education, performance, and more, the BM program prepares you for a vibrant future in the music world.
What can you do with a BM in Music after graduation?
Graduates of the Music, BM program go on to thrive in a wide variety of musical careers, including:
- Professional performance (solo, ensemble, studio)
- Music education (K–12, private studio teaching)
- Conducting or ensemble direction
- Composition or arranging
- Jazz performance and production
- Graduate programs in performance, theory, composition, conducting, or music education
Admissions and Aid
Choosing the right university to pursue a music degree is an important decision and a significant investment. We want to make sure that you have the information you need to both apply and make attending UT affordable.
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