BA Music - TUG

Gardner-Webb University's BA Music Program will provide you with a well-rounded education that encompasses a liberal arts philosophy and Christian values while training students in the history, performance, teaching, composition, business, creation, and ministry of music.

In addition to Gardner-Webb University’s required general education courses, students will complete 49 hours of credit for a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree.

This degree plan is an example of student progression through the program. Academic departments reserve the right to alter the term in which a course is offered.

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Students who graduate with a Bachelor of Arts in Music will:

1. identify the elements of music in a varied repertoire of music;
2. demonstrate proficiency in music theory and aural skills;
3. create music that uses the elements of music effectively;
4. perform a wide variety of music using accurate intonation, rhythm, technique, artistic expression, and characteristic tone;
5. demonstrate proficiency in playing piano;
6. analyze the relationship between music, society, and other arts;
7. identify important composers, works, and performance practices throughout history;
8. demonstrate familiarity with non-Western music through identification, analysis, and connection to other arts.