Do you have a passion for music? Do you have a desire to share your passion with others? If so, a degree in music education could be the perfect way to refine your talents and acquire a wide range of skills that will lead to many opportunities where you can share your gifts. PLNU students of music education actively learn instrumental and choral techniques and methodologies, and explore educational experiences such as conducting, teaching, and interacting with local teachers.

With a major in music education, you’ll develop your musical abilities through applied lessons and large and small ensemble performance opportunities. You’ll take courses that cover subjects like orchestration, conducting, instrumental and choral music methods, and many more that will support your calling to share music with others. Additionally, you’ll develop a broad conceptual understanding of music learning and teaching in elementary and secondary school settings that can lead directly into a California Teaching Credential program, which is offered through PLNU’s School of Education.

At PLNU, our music education program centers on two fundamental goals:

• Supporting your calling to share music with others
• Developing a broad conceptual understanding of music learning and teaching as a possible segway into the California Teaching Credential program

For information about the courses required for the Music Education, B.A. program, view the PLNU Catalog. 

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A music education degree presents an intersection of the arts and teaching. It's the epitome of connecting and learning through music, not only in the educational setting but also in therapy and spiritual development. At PLNU, our music education program can set you up for success in your future pursuits whether that be teaching at the elementary or postsecondary level. With this degree, you’ll graduate with a greater understanding of your gifts and how they can be best utilized in the music and teaching fields. 

What can you do with a music education degree?

Many graduates of the music education program have gone on to work in positions such as music or dance instructor for middle or high schools, postsecondary teaching, and even music therapy. Our graduates are known in these positions for applying their learned skills of music theory, music instruction, choral music, and piano.

Being the musical connection point for students, clients and audiences. 

With a degree in music education you’ll have the skills and knowledge to help others understand the profound impact music has on expressing and understanding ourselves and our emotions. This degree can set you up for success in the fields of teaching, therapy, and even the music industry. How will you use your music education degree?

Start off on a strong note and apply to PLNU today. To learn more, get connected with one of our counselors here for additional support and to answer any questions you may have.