Music
Overview
Gordon College’s Bachelor of Arts in music is an excellent option for students wishing to pursue a liberal arts degree with a broad music focus. It is also a versatile degree, allowing for double majors and study abroad.
Not only will you have freedom to thrive as a Christ-reflecting creator, balancing passions for music and liberal arts, but you’ll also be prepared for a wide range of careers and graduate programs. At Gordon you’ll study music history, theory and composition; refine your musicianship on your principal instrument; and engage in a variety of performing ensembles. Hone your specialty with two concentrations:
- Music composition: Discover and develop your original, creative voice while refining your musical skills within a comprehensive liberal arts curriculum.
- Music in worship: Pair your passion to serve with training in excellent musicianship as you build a foundation for successful worship leadership.
Why study music at Gordon?
Our faculty will mentor and nurture you, making an individual investment in you so you can fulfill God’s gifting. Be motivated and stretched in the practice room, classroom and onstage to develop your talents to their fullest. From weekly musicianship classes to world-class recitals in Phillips Recital Hall, you’ll be exposed to a wide variety of experiences. You’ll also be just around the corner from the concert halls of Boston, one of the great musical cities of the world.
The maturity grounded in faith that our graduates carry into the world has helped them succeed as highly respected music educators, performers in orchestras and in careers as varied as arts administration and music therapy.
What can Christians bring to music?
Christians in music can purposefully acknowledge the Source of their artistic gifts. Music and the arts have a unique ability to provide a safe space for dialogue and healing in our increasingly polarized society, and music has the power to connect us to others and to our Creator.
| Degree | Bachelor of Arts, Minor |
|---|---|
| Program Level | Undergraduate |
| School | Adams School of Music and the Arts |
| Program Format | In-Person |
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Courses
Music Courses
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Degree Options
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Concentrations
A concentration is an area of focus that may be added to your degree.
Experiential Learning
Experiential learning is integral to the music curriculum at Gordon:
- Sing in a choir or perform with the orchestra, symphonic band or jazz ensemble
- Perform weekly in musicianship class
- Absorb world-class performances in the Faculty Artist Series or Alton C. Bynum Recital Series
- Tour with our ensembles
Apply & Audition
The first step to joining the music program is to apply to Gordon. Once you have been accepted submit your audition application and choose an audition date. Auditions are for the music major, music minor or ensemble participation scholarships.
Faculty
Faculty
Nationally recognized, personally focused
Gordon faculty are committed Christians, exceptional scholars and catalysts for transformation—both in their fields and in the lives of the students they teach.
Careers
Life after Gordon
What careers can I pursue with a degree in music?
The depth and breadth of your education in music and the liberal arts will prepare you to think critically, communicate effectively and contribute whole-heartedly while sharing your God-given talent—valuable skills for any career, including:
- Worship ministry
- Arts management and operations
- Composing and arranging
- Music therapy
- Audio production
"The training and guidance I received at Gordon was incomparable. I feel able to approach rehearsals for various shows fully equipped with the tools to sing/learn multiple vocal parts and maintain vocal health despite the demands of the show. In addition, the faith-based, well-rounded coursework...gave me the unique opportunity to grow in my relationship with God while developing my musical craft."
Michael Gaudio '16
Nominated for a Long Island Regional Theatre Broadway World Award for Best Actor in a Musical
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