Throughout the history of humanity, music has been one of the most universal, essential, and enduring of human endeavors. Through the study of the art of music, individuals can be empowered to deeply explore, understand, and give form to their own intellectual, emotional, and creative energies and impulses. The study of music is therefore both an appropriate and an indispensable component of the educational development of university students, serving the mission of Cal Poly Humboldt in unique and powerful ways.
The Cal Poly Humboldt Music Program immerses students in a hands-on exploration of diverse musical traditions and experiences, integrating musical performance, music scholarship, and the connections between music and technology. We cultivate musical skills, encourage musical expression, and nurture musical creativity to empower students to achieve their highest artistic, scholarly, and professional potential.
Students receive studio instruction in voice, piano, or instruments from highly qualified facultywho are active performers. Quality performance organizations (choirs, wind ensemble, symphony, chamber music ensembles, opera workshop, mariachi ensembles, jazz band, vocal jazz ensemble, combos, percussion ensemble, and calypso band) allow study of the finest musical literature. The department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) 11250 Roger Bacon Dr., Suite 21, Reston, VI, 20190-5248, 703- 437-0700.
All entering majors begin in the music studies concentration, which offers a broad view of the field of music. Once students are on campus, they may audition to enter the Music Education (Pre-Credential) or Applied Music (Performance/Composition) concentrations. The Music Education (Pre-Credential) concentration prepares students to teach in K-12 schools. The Applied Music (Performance/Composition) concentration provides opportunities and training for advanced performers and composers.
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