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Bachelor of Music in Music Education
The Bachelor of Music in Music Education is an intensive, pre-professional program that will prepare you for a career in teaching music a a diverse group of students.
Degrees Offered
Bachelor of Music
Program Types
Undergraduate
Mode of Study
On Campus
Department
Conservatory of MusicSchool / College
College of Arts and SciencesWhat is a music education degree?
A music education degree will provide you with top-notch training in performance, music history, conducting, theory, piano, and education methods, as you work with world-class artist-teachers. You can choose an Instrumental or Vocal/Choral track—or complete both.
Why should you major in music education at Redlands?
Majoring in music education at Redlands will foster an understanding of concepts, professionalism, and training as you seek a career in teaching others about music. The program will transition seamlessly to the School of Education Preliminary Teacher Credential Program for the California K-12 music teaching credential. With the University's waiver program, you will be able to start School of Education teacher credential coursework and have options to include credential coursework and student teaching during your undergraduate studies. You will be well connected through student teaching internships that lead to careers, with a 100% placement record. For audition details, contact Brad Andrews, Director of Admissions, at brad_andrews@redlands.edu or (909) 748-8014.
Classes you'll take
To view specific classes, program requirements, and coursework information, visit the current university catalog.
Basic Music Courses (all majors) plus:
- MUAP 300–399 Private Instruction in the Major Instrument or Voice—for a total of 14 credits
- MUS 151 String Instrument Techniques
- MUS 133 Woodwind Instrument Techniques
- MUS 134 Brass Instrument Techniques
- MUS 131 Percussion Instrument Techniques
- MUS 299** Upper-Division Qualifying Examination
- MUS 307 World Music
- MUS 339 Music in the Elementary School
- MUS 356 Orchestration—2 credits
- MUS 323 Choral Music at the Pre-College Level
- MUS 312 Instrumental Music at the Pre-College Level
- MUS 399 Junior Recital
- MUS 498B Half Senior Recital (a minimum of 2 credits of private instruction)
- Appropriate conducted ensemble—complete a total of 7 credits
Chamber Ensemble—2 credits - Additional Courses for the Music Education Major (Vocal Track)
- MUS 211 Accompanying (keyboard majors)
- MUS 224 German and Italian Vocal Literature and Diction
- MUS 225 English and French Vocal Literature and Diction
- MUS 436 Advanced Choral Conducting
- Additional Courses for the Music Education Major (Instrumental Track)
- MUS 141 Marching Band Techniques
- MUS 211 Accompanying-2 credits (keyboard majors)
- MUS 437 Advanced Instrumental Conducting
- MUSI 124 Introduction to Voice
*For more information regarding Upper-Division Qualifying Jury Examination, see "MUS-299 Upper-Division Qualifying Jury Examination" in the catalog.
Conservatory of Music Application and Audition dates and deadlines
Spring 2025 application deadline
November 1, 2024
Spring 2025 audition deadline
December 1, 2025
Fall 2025 - University of Redlands Marin Campus
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Fall 2025 – University of Redlands
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Fall 2025 - Video audition submission deadline
Sunday, February 16, 2025
Fall 2025 - Virtual Interviews for Composition and Video Auditions
Saturday, February 22, 2025
Fall 2025 - University of Redlands
Saturday, March 1, 2025
What you'll learn
You will learn about music and how to education others in a classroom setting, while working with them towards their career goals.
You will learn about music history through works and reading materials, and become well versed in the topic.
You will learn various techniques to instruct others on instruments, that will foster practice and participation.
You will learn about various methods of music education and be able to instruct others in a wide variety of instruments and techniques.
What you'll learn
Graduates pursue careers as
As a music teacher you will teach theory and performance in educational settings to foster student's musical growth.
As a music therapist you will use music for therapeutic purposes, to aid personal wellness and developmental goals.
As a composer you will craft original music for ensembles, films, or soloists, expressing creative visions through composition.
As a band director you will lead school bands and organize performances and rehearsals to nurture student's musical abilities.
Graduates pursue careers as
Want to know more?
Get in touch with our admissions team.
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