The Bachelor of Arts in Music at Western Washington University offers a comprehensive liberal arts education for students passionate about music's diverse landscape. You will delve into core areas of music theory, aural skills, and musicology, developing a deep understanding of musical structures, historical contexts, and performance practices. This flexible undergraduate degree, requiring 60 credits, allows you to tailor your studies, potentially pursuing a double major or minor alongside your musical pursuits. It is ideal for those seeking a broad yet rigorous musical foundation.
This full-time, on-campus program spans four years, guiding you through foundational music sequences starting each Fall quarter, including theoretical and analytical skills, aural training, and keyboard proficiency. You will engage in private instruction and participate in ensemble performances, choosing from a wide array of instrumental and vocal options. You will graduate with a well-rounded musical education, prepared for various pathways, including further academic study or diverse careers within the music industry and beyond.