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1001 E. University Avenue
Georgetown,Texas 78626
512.863.1682
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DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Music in Music

Bachelor of Music in Music Education

Bachelor of Music in Performance

Bachelor of Music in Literature

Bachelor of Music in Composition

Minor in Music


The Southwestern University Music Department combines serious musical education with the depth and richness of a modern liberal arts curriculum. Southwestern Music students are exposed to a wide range of musical opportunities. Whether it’s the chance to perform as a soloist or in an ensemble, compose and hear your own music, study ancient and modern musical forms, or perform at an international music festival, students can pursue their individual interests and have high impact learning experiences in the field of music. Our balanced curriculum provides students a wide range of transferable skills that prepares them to succeed in a variety of fields. Many of our students go on to graduate school or conservatories and pursue careers within the field of music, while others enter different fields including law, medicine, education, business, computer science, and more. Southwestern University has been an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1951.

Faculty Info:

David Asbury, Katherine Altobello, Beth Blackerby, Patricia Burnham, Bruce Cain, Patrice Calixte, Martha Carapetyan, Anna Carney, Daniel Chrisman, Michael Cooper, Randall Creel, Susan Douglas, Beth Everett, Lois Ferrari, Jessica Gilliam-Valls, Jason Hoogerhyde, Adrienne Inglis.



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