String Performance Introduction
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The Bachelor of Music in String Performance prepares students for professional performance opportunities, graduate study, and a lifetime of musical involvement. With guidance from experienced faculty, students engage in rigorous training that blends private instruction, ensemble collaboration, and academic study.
Throughout the program, you will:
- Develop advanced performance techniques on your primary string instrument
- Study music theory, music history, and ear training
- Perform regularly in ensembles and recitals
- Build confidence through solo and group performances
- Strengthen your ability to interpret and communicate musical works
By the time you graduate, you will have the skills and experience needed to pursue careers in performance, teaching, or further musical study.
Highlighted Courses
Students are required to audition for this major and participate in an ensemble each semester.
Graduate Career-Ready
BYU-Idaho Graduate Salaries
Graduates from this program build stable financial foundations by leveraging multiple income streams through the portfolio career model. You will be equipped to combine live performance and private instruction with professional roles in arts administration and marketing for a versatile and sustainable career.
Common Career Paths
You will be prepared for exciting roles as a professional performer or music educator while utilizing your transferable skills to excel as an entrepreneur or public relations specialist. This major cultivates the intense discipline and collaborative spirit necessary to lead within non profit organizations and the broader entertainment industry.
Preparation for Grad School
This degree provides a rigorous academic foundation that makes you a standout candidate for top tier conservatories or advanced programs in law, medicine, and business. Your mastery of complex performance and critical thinking ensures you are ready to excel in the world's most prestigious graduate universities.
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