MusicBachelor of Arts

Why study Music at Gustavus?

The Gustavus Music major is designed to guide and support you through musical growth by accentuating your unique talents. The coursework explores music through theoretical concepts, historical perspectives, and performance techniques. Integrated to your experience is the opportunity to join various ensembles, receive private lessons, and perform frequently.

Course Examples

Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Music will be on your class schedule.

  • MUS-380Basic Conducting
  • MUS-280Music Industry and Entrepreneurship
  • MUS-102Music of World Cultures
  • MUS-145Quiet Mind for Performance, Exploring Your Inner Being
Alex Blegen ’23, Vocal Music Education Major

The faculty have guided me through many hands-on experiences both in front of Gustavus ensembles as well as encouraging me to take outside opportunities to prepare myself for my career including working with clinicians, attending workshops, and conferences.

Alex Blegen ’23, Vocal Music Education Major

What can I do with a degree in Music?

The Music major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Teaching
  • Performance
  • Directing
  • Composing
  • Production
  • Criticism
$43,084
Average salary 5 years post graduation Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau
11:1  Student to Faculty Ratio
72  Majors
100%  of courses taught by faculty members
15  pre-professional programs in a wide variety of disciplines

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