MusicBachelor of Arts

Why study Music at Gustavus?

The Gustavus Music major is designed to guide and support you through musical growth by accentuating your unique talents. The coursework explores music through theoretical concepts, historical perspectives, and performance techniques. Integrated to your experience is the opportunity to join various ensembles, receive private lessons, and perform frequently.

Course Examples

Every year, Gustavus faculty teach more than 1,800 courses - you'll be able to choose what interests you. Maybe one of these courses from Music will be on your class schedule.

  • MUS-374History of Western Music I
  • MUS-102Music of World Cultures
  • MUS-380Basic Conducting
  • MUS-280Music Industry and Entrepreneurship
Zoe Zarth ’23, Vocal Music Education Major

“Through an intensive music curriculum that is constructed with realistic and applicable principles, I have had countless opportunities to practice and execute all elements of teaching music so that I truly feel ready and excited to enter the field.”

Zoe Zarth ’23, Vocal Music Education Major

What can I do with a degree in Music?

The Music major is adaptable - and valuable - leading to many different fields and fulfilling careers. Here are a few popular paths, but a Gustavus degree can take you anywhere.

  • Teaching
  • Performance
  • Directing
  • Composing
  • Production
  • Criticism
$43,084
Average salary 5 years post graduation — Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes Explorer from the U.S. Census Bureau
75%  Ultimately attended graduate or professional school
11:1  Student to Faculty Ratio
72  Majors
100%  of courses taught by faculty members

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