Music

Whether you want to compose a symphony, perform on stage or teach others, the University of Dayton has a program for you. Our music programs are as diverse as the interests of our students, and we offer the Bachelor of Music with majors in composition, music education, music therapy or performance, and the Bachelor of Arts with a major in music. A certificate in church music is also available.

Program Overview

Our program provides a strong grounding in the liberal arts while emphasizing music courses. Course work and hands-on opportunities allow you to grow as a musician while providing the skills you need to work with others in this diverse field.

As part of the curriculum, you will be exposed to music from all eras and all parts of the world, including gospel, jazz, popular music and world music. You will be encouraged to learn from music of the past and explore the possibilities inherent in the music of the present and future as you develop aesthetic, creative, critical and intellectual music skills.

If you pursue the Bachelor of Arts with a major in music, you will also complete a language requirement. You may satisfy the requirement by taking a proficiency examination, completing an intermediate-level language course or participating in an approved education abroad experience.

The Department of Music is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. The music therapy program is approved by the American Music Therapy Association, and the music education degree is licensed by the state of Ohio.

For more information, visit the Department of Music website.