Department of Music
Do you have a two-fold passion for music and teaching? If so, your talents can be utilized by learning the necessary skills to teach the art and appreciation of music to the younger generation. Your ability to listen, discern, and think critically about music will help you as you sharpen your teaching and leadership skills.
Overview
PLNU offers several majors in the Department of Music, including music, composition, music & ministry, music education, and vocal, piano, and instrumental performance. The core curriculum for all music majors is the same and includes courses in music history, music theory, world music, and faith, life, and music.
Earning a B.A. in music education requires courses in orchestration, choral arrangement, brass, woodwind, string and percussion instruments, elementary and secondary school music methods, and more. Four semesters of recital attendance are also required. Additionally, students must earn a California Teaching Credential.
Special Features:
- Opportunity to perform vocal, piano, or instrumental recitals.
- Opportunity to perform with several university ensembles, including Choral Union, Concert Choir, Point Loma Singers, Chorale, Vocal Jazz, Ensemble, String Quartet, Concert Band, Handbell Choir, Jazz Band, and Chamber Orchestra.
- Scholarship opportunities based on auditions.
- Chance to travel the world and the western United States as part of performing ensemble.
- Chance to participate in the Point Loma String Project and the Point Loma Keyboard Institute, which are directed at helping young children appreciate music.
Career Opportunities:
- Musician or Singer
- Composer
- Music Teacher
- Praise and Worship Leader for a church
- Graduate School Programs
- Minister of Music
- Music Publishing
- Music Editing
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