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New Haven,Connecticut 06515
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Bachelor of Arts in Music

Bachelor of Science in Music Therapy

Minor in Music

Minor in Music, Technology, and Media


Our broad and expansive array of courses is designed to meet the needs of the entire student body, ranging from those who wish to pursue a career in music to those who study music solely for its intrinsic, aesthetic value. We offer large ensembles, small and chamber ensembles, private lessons, jazz studies, keyboard studies, music history, and music theory, electronic and media music as a part of the department's thorough curriculum. We strive to promote the overall academic and civic roles of our students through the study, composition, and performance of music. Through music, the department engages both the university community and the greater southern Connecticut region.

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Past Student Productions

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Songs for a New World
(3/4/21 - 3/6/21)
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Sweat
(11/19/20 - 11/22/20)
Southern Connecticut State University

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