No two music schools offer the same exact programs, nor do they name their music major areas of study the same way. The following list will give you a general sense of areas within music in which you can major.
7 Tips for Getting What You Need at College Music Fairs
College music fairs provide high school music students with great opportunities to learn about a wide range of schools and programs.
Drum Set or Percussion for Music School?
How do you figure out whether to focus on drum set or percussion for music school?
Options for Continuing Music after High School
Are you considering majoring, double majoring, or minoring in music, or do you simply want to find other ways for music to play an important part in your life?
Why Choose a Liberal Arts School for Studying Music?
Choosing a liberal arts school for studying music is a great way to meet the needs of students with academic and musical needs.
Thinking of Deferring Music School?
Has the pandemic led you to think about deferring your start to college? If so, here are some general considerations.
College Music Students Meet Crisis with Creativity
With their conservatories, colleges and universities closed and classes moved online, music majors have found the COVID virus disruption posing interesting challenges.
Music School Decisions When You Can’t Visit
How can you make music school decisions when you can’t visit? While campuses are closed and in-person instruction and activities are canceled?
Music School Peers: Why They Matter
Your music school peers will have a far greater impact on your personal and professional life than you may realize.
College for Music Students – Vastly Different from High School
No matter what area of music you focus on, high school is vastly different from college for music students. The collegiate life comes with a whole new set of responsibilities...
Majoring in Musical Theatre
You were the lead or member of the cast in your school musical. Now you’re thinking you might like to major in musical theatre to keep that level of excitement alive all four years of college and beyond.
Financial Aid Essentials for Music Students
Financial aid is a complicated, confusing, and often anxiety-producing topic for many students and families. Here’s a succinct guide to help you get started.
Gap Year for a Music Major?
Are you thinking about taking a gap year as a music major? Unlike other majors, music majors have skill sets that need to be kept current.
Not Accepted to Music School – Now What?
What happens now if you were not accepted to music school? You do have options.
Dual Degrees, Double Majors, and Music Minors
Dual degrees, double majors, and music minors…What do these really mean? And what do they entail? For many high school music students, majoring in music, by itself, feels limiting.
How to Choose a Music Therapy Program
How to choose a music therapy education. Research music therapy colleges.
Planning to Major in Jazz? 8 Top Considerations
Are you someone who lives and breathes jazz and can't imagine doing anything else in college? If you're wanting to major in jazz, here are 8 top considerations.
Majoring in Composition & Where It May Lead
Majoring in composition can open many doors to jobs, connections, and endless possibilities for creativity. Here's what you need to know.
Finding the Right Music School
What type of music school is right for you? Conservatories, music colleges, music schools, music departments. How do you find the best fit?
Majoring in Music at a Liberal Arts College
When I look back on my experience majoring in music at a liberal arts college, I feel grateful for what I learned, what I experienced, and who I met.