Carroll University

Bachelor in Music

Students studying music will develop:

• The ability to hear, identify and work conceptually with the elements of music such as rhythm, melody, harmony, structure, timbre, and texture.
• The ability to read, realize, and understand musical notation.
• An understanding of compositional processes, aesthetic properties of style, and the ways these shape and are shaped by artistic and cultural forces.’
• An acquaintance with a wide selection of musical literature, the principal eras, genres, and cultural sources.
• The ability to develop and defend musical judgments.
• The ability to perform appropriate undergraduate-level music with proficiency alone and in ensemble settings.
• Understanding of procedures for realizing a variety of musical styles.
• Knowledge and/or skills in one or more areas of music beyond basic musicianship appropriate to the individual’s needs and interests.
• Understanding of and experience in one or more art forms other than music.

Music Department Goals

• Foster conceptual understanding of musical components and processes.
• Provide opportunities for continued practice in creating, interpreting, presenting, analyzing, and evaluating music.
• Develop an increased understanding of musical achievements from various analytical, historical, and cultural perspectives.
• Develop enhanced capacities to integrate musical knowledge and skills.
• Foster a set of capabilities for independent work in the music profession.

Our majors pursue careers in:

• Performance
• Composing/arranging
• Conducting
• Music therapy
• Music libraries
• Recording industry
• Communications
• Education

Example job titles of graduates with a bachelor’s degree in music:

• Music sales and distribution representative
• Therapy technician
• Production assistant
• Musician
• Event coordinator
• Teacher assistant
• Educational assistant

Types of employers for music graduates:

• Music groups and organizations
• Media and publishing companies
• Recording and production companies
• Educational institutions
• Mental health centers

Recent employment organizations of our graduates include:

• Milwaukee Cuatro Orchestra
• Lakeland School
• Direct Supply
• University of Dubuque
• UnitedHealthcare
• Department of Health & Family Services
• This Side Up, Inc.
• Pius XI High School
• Virginia Commonwealth University
• Milestones Program for Children

Core Courses

Applied Lessons (13 credits)

• MUS 105 - Class Piano I 1 Hour(s)
• MUS 106 - Class Piano II 1 Hour(s)
• MUS 111 - Music Theory I 3 Hour(s)
• MUS 112 - Music Theory II 3 Hour(s)
• MUS 113 - Musicianship I 1 Hour(s)
• MUS 114 - Musicianship II 1 Hour(s)
• MUS 260 - Music as Culture 4 Hour(s)
• MUS 303 - Conducting I 2 Hour(s)
• MUS 311 - Music History I - Classical Antiquity to the Classical Period 4 Hour(s)
• MUS 312 - Music History II - Nineteenth Century to the Present 4 Hour(s)
• MUS 471 - Senior Recital 0 Hour(s)
• MUS 499 - Music Capstone 2 Hour(s)

Ensemble - 8 credits

• MUS 185 - Concert Choir 0 - 1 Hour(s)
  or
• MUS 188 - Wind Ensemble 0 - 1 Hour(s)
  or
• MUS 191 - Chamber Orchestra 0 - 1 Hour(s)

Applied Music (7 Credits)

4 Additional Credits of Visual and Performing Arts Coursework Outside of Music

Performance Emphasis

• MUS 211 - Music Theory III 3 Hour(s)
• MUS 212 - Music Theory IV 3 Hour(s)
• MUS 213 - Musicianship III 1 Hour(s)
• MUS 214 - Musicianship IV 1 Hour(s)
• MUS 470 - Junior Recital 0 Hour(s)

An Additional 8 Credits of Applied Music

Bachelor of Arts Requirements

The requirements for a Bachelor of Arts are:

• Students must take 8 credits in the same modern language (MLL) other than English, this does not include American Sign Language. Carroll University will accept a total of 8 transferred credits from another college/university as long as all 8 credits are completed in the same language.
• **International students who have English as their second language should contact the Registrar concerning the Modern Language requirement
• MAT 106 - Mathematics for the Liberal Arts 4 Hour(s) or higher
• ENG 170 - Writing Seminar 4 Hour(s)
• Degree requirements cannot be waived.

Note: Each major may have specific course sequencing requirements. For specific requirements, see “Required Support Courses” within each major

Internships

We help you build real-world experience, explore careers, and network with professionals through internship opportunities. Recent placements include the following companies:

• Milwaukee Radio Alliance
• Hal Leonard Publishing
• Florentine Opera
• Milwaukee Opera Theater
• Skylight Music Theatre
• Milwaukee Symphony
• Milwaukee Ballet
• Wisconsin Philharmonic