Prospective Students

 

 

Thank you for your interest in the Henderson State University Department of Music. Our department is made up of some of the finest musicians in Arkansas and surrounding states!

 

We offer the following areas of study:

 

Bachelor of Music
This degree is offered with a specialization in performance, composition, or education. Those electing the education or performance emphasis also choose either a vocal or instrumental area of study. Students electing to teach add the professional education component to the degree program. Career opportunities include teaching, performance, composing/arranging, conducting, music therapy, music libraries, the recording industry, radio/television, and various related careers such as sales and music journalism. The degree is offered through the Department of Music of Ellis College. 

  
Bachelor of Music, Education
Instrumental Education
Choral Education
Keyboard/Choral Education 

Bachelor of Music, Performance and Composition
Instrumental Performance
Vocal Performance
Keyboard Performance
Composition 

Bachelor of Arts in Music
This program is appropriate for undergraduates who wish to major in music as part of a liberal arts program irrespective of specific career aspirations. It serves individuals who seek a broad program of general education rather than intense specialization in the undergraduate years. The degree is offered through the Department of Music of Ellis College.