Musical Arts: General Music (B.M.A) | Majors

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Music Introduction

The Bachelor of Arts in Music is designed to equip you with a versatile toolkit that prepares you for a career in the arts. While many students aim for the spotlight as professional performers, conductors, or composers, the degree also opens doors to influential roles in music education, audio engineering, arts administration, and music therapy. Students choose this path not only for the love of the art but also for the invaluable "soft skills" it cultivates, including unmatched discipline, collaborative teamwork, and creative problem-solving abilities that top employers across every industry value.

Highlighted Courses

Students are required to participate in an ensemble each semester.

If you are interested in Musical Arts, start with one of the following courses:

MUSIC102 - Music in Western Civilization

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MUSIC172 - Musicianship 1

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MUSIC256 - Piano Skills

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4-Year Plan

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Graduate Career-Ready

Graduates with a degree in Musical Arts have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries

Graduates from this program successfully build portfolio careers by combining performance income with professional roles in arts administration and technology. This versatile model allows you to generate multiple income streams while leveraging the high level problem solving skills that lead to long term financial stability.

Common Career Paths

You will be prepared for a diverse range of roles including professional musician and music educator or as an innovative entrepreneur in the non profit and public relations sectors. This degree cultivates the discipline and collaborative spirit necessary to lead as a creative professional in the modern global arts economy.

Preparation for Grad School

This program provides a rigorous academic foundation that makes you a standout candidate for top tier music conservatories and prestigious programs in law, medicine, or business. You will graduate with the critical thinking skills and technical mastery required to excel in advanced graduate studies both within and beyond the arts.

AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Music

You will learn to integrate artificial intelligence as a powerful tool to master music theory and history while significantly increasing the efficiency of your rehearsal sessions. Our curriculum also leverages AI to curate precise job opportunities and match you with ideal graduate programs to ensure your career strategy is as refined as your performance.

Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness

AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

Related Majors

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Music: Jazz Studies Emphasis (B.M.)

If you have a love for jazz music, consider the Jazz Studies degree. You will get to learn a variety of jazz instruments, participate in recitals, and study the jazz genre. The Department of Music oﬀers a Bachelor of Music degree in Jazz Studies with full and adjunct faculty for every jazz instrument, a Jazz Society, and opportunity to get off campus.

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