Department of Music, College of Fine and Performing Arts
116-121 credits
Introduction
In addition to core studies in Music Theory and History, students in the Music History and Literature Degree Program pursue in-depth study in a variety of topics related to the history of musical composition.
Why Consider a Concentration in Music History and Literature?
A Music degree from Western Washington University is highly regarded in the profession. Western graduates become successful teachers, performers, composers and leaders in all fields of music. The strength of Western’s Department of Music is its faculty’s commitment to students and helping them achieve their goals and aspirations.
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Musicologist | College Music History Faculty | Music Reporter | Music Librarian | Music Critic | Public Relations Specialist | Music Publishing Specialist | Music Promoter
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How to Declare (Admission and Declaration Process):
Freshmen and transfer students will be declared as their intended major after performing a successful audition on their main instrument or voice. Progress will be reviewed by coordinators in each applied and academic area.
Admissions: The prerequisite for all Music degrees is the entrance audition on the primary instrument or voice. Please visit our website for priority audition dates. Students who audition after these priority dates will be considered on a space available basis. cfpa.wwu.edu/music/auditions
Application Deadline: The audition must be completed prior to the quarter for which the student intends to enroll. Students electing to begin in a quarter other than fall should seek advisement prior to enrollment.
Grade Requirements
A grade of C- or better is required for a student’s major or minor courses, and supporting courses for majors and minors. A minimum GPA of 2.5 in music courses is required for graduation with a degree in music.
Upper-division juries
It is recommended that students pass an upper-division jury to advance to the upper-division instruction (300-400) level by the end of their second year in the program. Requirements for passing upper-division juries will be outlined in the instrumental and vocal areas’ policy statements.
