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Bachelor of Musical Arts

Musical Arts: String Emphasis (B.M.A.)

Department of Music
BYU-Idaho offers a comprehensive string education, granting baccalaureate degrees in performance, pedagogy and secondary education, with opportunities to participate in artistically satisfying and diverse performing ensembles.

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The Musical Arts: String Emphasis (B.M.A.) at BYU-Idaho is designed for students who are passionate about string performance and want to develop their musical talent at a high level. The B.M.A. (Bachelor of Musical Arts) focuses on building strong technical skills, musical expression, and a deep understanding of string repertoire while preparing you for a variety of music-related career opportunities.

Through individualized instruction and ensemble experiences, you’ll refine your abilities on your primary instrument—such as violin, viola, cello, or double bass—while gaining a well-rounded foundation in music theory, history, and performance.

Highlighted Courses

If you are interested in String Music, start with one of the following major-specific courses. Students are required to participate in an ensemble each semester.
Music in Western Civilization
April 15, 2026 03:17 PM
MUSIC 102
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Music Technology
April 15, 2026 03:18 PM
MUSIC 209
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Music Literature I - Middle Ages
April 15, 2026 03:19 PM
MUSIC 301
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Music Literature II - Classic/Romantic
April 15, 2026 03:19 PM
MUSIC 302
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Music Literature III - 20th Century/World
April 15, 2026 03:20 PM
MUSIC 303
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Form and Analysis
April 15, 2026 03:20 PM
MUSIC 306
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String Literature
April 16, 2026 12:03 PM
MUSIC 364
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String Pedagogy
April 16, 2026 12:04 PM
MUSIC 366
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Salary Outlook for BYUI Graduates

Explore earnings data for BYU-Idaho graduates in music-related fields.

1 year

$26,115

Average Salary

5 years

$40,103

Average Salary

10 years

$61,827

Average Salary

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This data is based on outcomes for BYU-Idaho graduates with a degree in this major, using federal Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) data. It reflects actual earnings and employment over time, rather than job market estimates.

Career Possibilities for String Music

Graduates with a degree in String Music 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.

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Dive Deeper Into String Music

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If you love playing a stringed instrument, you may want to pursue your instrument through BYU-Idaho. The university offers two string majors: Music: String Performance (B.M.) and Musical Arts: String (B.M.A.). At first glance, they may seem the same. They both involve music theory, private lessons, and ensembles. However, there is a difference between the degrees. It is important to carefully consider which degree to pursue that will best fit your goals after graduation.
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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 Arts
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.
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AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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