Purposes
The mission of the Department of Music is to pursue musical excellence within a community of grace. The department seeks to develop 1) leaders in education, composition, performance, and worship, 2) life-long participants in music who are critical thinkers, discerning listeners, creative composers, skilled performers, and worshipful servants of Jesus Christ, and 3) an atmosphere that fosters individual and corporate growth, high performance standards, community service, the spirit of Christ, and worship and praise.
Tradition of Excellence
For many years, the Department of Music has been recognized for the quality of its programs. In addition, the Department of Music has achieved accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Faculty members are performing artists who frequently give recitals, serve as guest conductors, clinicians, or adjudicators and compose or arrange for publication. As a result of the faculty’s professional guidance, students are encourage on toward successful careers.
Career Opportunities
At PLNU, every student is assured of many performance opportunities through the university’s performing ensembles. Point Loma music ensembles travel all over the world as well as performing in churches throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, and New Mexico. Students are actively involved in church music programs in the San Diego area as directors, soloists, worship leaders, and instrumentalists. Point Loma graduates are sought after by schools, churches, and businesses because of the university’s academic reputation. A number of graduates go directly into teaching positions and many are involved in church music as full-time music ministers. During the past two decades, students have been accepted into graduate schools such as USC, Indiana University, University of Missouri, University of Illinois, Arizona State University, San Diego State University, and many others. Several graduates have been successful in writing music for television and films, and in music publishing and music editing.
Scholarships
Generous scholarships in music are available to students. These are given on the basis of auditions and are renewable. Applications may be secured through the department office at 619-849-2445.
Performing Ensembles
PLNU offers a full range of performing ensembles, including Choral Union, Concert Choir, Point Loma Singers, Chorale, Vocal Jazz Ensemble, String Quartet, Concert Band, Handbell Choir, Jazz Band, and Chamber Orchestra. Each music major participates in at least one of these groups. Many students from other departments also participate.
Majors |
Composition
Music
Music and Ministry
Music Education
Instrumental Performance
Piano Performance
Vocal Performance |
Minor |
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Faculty |
William P. Clemmons, Ph.D.
City University of New York
Daniel S. Jackson, D.W.S.
Institute for Worship Studies
John Craig Johnson, D.M.A.
University of Southern California
Paul S. Kenyon, D.M.A., Chair
Michigan State University
Victor K. Labenske, D.M.A.
University of Southern California
Brenda J. Martin, M.A., Visiting
Arizona State University
Daniel C. Nelson, Ph.D.
University of Minnesota
Keith E. Pedersen, D.M.A.
University of Illinois
Juliette C. Singler, D.M.A.
Claremont Graduate School
Philip W. Tyler, D.Mus.
Florida State University |