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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Music - General

Bachelor of Arts in Music - Composition

Bachelor of Arts in Music - Jazz Studies

Bachelor of Arts in Music - Performance

Bachelor of Music Education

Master of Music in Collaborative Piano

Master of Music in Vocal Performance

Minor in Music

Minor in Arts Management

Certificate in Music for Social Change and Human Values


If you love music and dream of a career in the industry, a bachelor of arts in music is a good avenue of study to choose. You’ll learn the fundamentals of your own instrument or vocal range, music theory, literature, and history, while also taking full advantage of courses in other disciplines to enhance your music education. You’ll be prepared for careers or graduate school that range from producing to marketing to directing a music program at a nonprofit organization.

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Music Theater Works Announces Cast And Creative Team For Rodgers And Hammerstein's CAROUSEL
by A.A. Cristi - June 20, 2024


Music Theater Works reveals the cast and creative team for the upcoming production of CAROUSEL, running from August 8 to 18.

CIM Appoints Detroit Symphony Orchestra Principal Wei Yu
by Stephi Wild - March 25, 2024


On Monday, Executive Vice President & Provost Scott Harrison announced that next year, Wei Yu will transition from visiting faculty to a full faculty appointment, teaching a select studio each year while continuing as principal cello of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. 

THE LIGHT CHASERS Comes to the Know Theatre in April
by Stephi Wild - March 15, 2024


The Light Chasers is the final MainStage production of the Know’s 26th season, as well as the final show of Andrew Hungerford’s decade-long tenure as Producing Artistic Director.

Catapult Opera Releases New Opera Short TELEKINETIK by Khary Laurent
by Chloe Rabinowitz - March 07, 2024


Catapult Opera commissioned a new opera digital short entitled Telekinetik from multi-hyphenate, Chicago-based artist, Khary Laurent. Check out the piece now.

BACH WEEK FESTIVAL To Take Final Bow With 50th Anniversary Season
by A.A. Cristi - March 01, 2024


Celebrate the final season of the Evanston-based BACH WEEK FESTIVAL, a beloved Chicago spring tradition since 1974. The 50th anniversary season, running from April 26 to May 5, 2024, will conclude with J. S. Bach's final sacred masterpiece, the Mass in B Minor.

50th Anniversary Non-Equity Jeff Awards Ceremony Reveals Production Team
by Chloe Rabinowitz - February 21, 2024


At the milestone 50th Anniversary Joseph Jefferson Awards for Non-Equity Theater, more than 100 recognized artists and new emerging faces and voices will be honored. Learn more about the ceremony!

Music Theater Works Announces The Cast And Creative Team For THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE
by A.A. Cristi - January 19, 2024


BroadwayWorld announces the upcoming production of HAMILTON at the Richard Rodgers Theatre. The show will feature an all-star cast and promises to be a must-see for theater lovers. Get all the details here.

Kokandy Productions' AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical Extends At The Chopin Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - November 14, 2023


Kokandy Productions' 'AMERICAN PSYCHO: The Musical' extends its run at The Chopin Theatre through December 10, 2023, with two additional weeks of performances.

Photos: Go Inside Opening Night of Music Theater Works' BRIGADOON
by Blair Ingenthron - October 22, 2023


Check out opening night photos from Music Theater Works’ production of Lerner and Loewe’s Brigadoon here!

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by Chloe Rabinowitz - July 20, 2023


Get ready for an unforgettable entertainment experience as About Face Theatre announces its thrilling lineup for the 2023-2024 season. Explore groundbreaking performances, thought-provoking stories, and exceptional talent that will leave you captivated. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of magic and diversity.

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Porchlight Music Theatre has announced the latest offering in its 2022 - 2023 season, New Faces Sing Broadway 1951, hosted by multi-award winner and Broadway veteran David Girolmo, directed by David Fiorello with music direction and arrangements by Dr. Michael McBride.

Boston Conservatory At Berklee To Honor Brian Stokes Mitchell & Thomas Wilkins At Commencement Ceremony
by Chloe Rabinowitz - April 06, 2022


Boston Conservatory at Berklee Executive Director Cathy Young(Opens in a new window) will present an honorary doctorate in person to acclaimed conductor Thomas Wilkins and virtually to Tony Award-winning actor and singer Brian Stokes Mitchell at Boston Conservatory's commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 7.

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by A.A. Cristi - March 18, 2022


The Chicago area's 49th annual Bach Week Festival will present concerts in Chicago and Evanston, Illinois, from April 24 to May 12, 2022.

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by Stephi Wild - March 02, 2022


Gounod's masterpiece of grand French opera, Roméo et Juliette, continues San Diego Opera's 2021-2022 season when it opens on Saturday, March, 26, 2022 for four performances at the San Diego Civic Theatre. Additional performances are March 29, April 1, and 3 (matinee), 2022.



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She Kills Monsters
(11/14/19 - 11/23/19)
North Park University Theatre
URINETOWN
(11/9/12 - 11/17/12)
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