Music at Bethany is an academic discipline and a recreational activity. If you have an interest in developing your musical abilities you may choose a music major to help polish and refine your personal skills. Every major will choose an area of emphasis from the following offerings:
- Church Music
- Conducting
- Music History
- Performance
- Theory and Composition
When you begin working on a music major you’ll experience a series of foundational music encounters with music theory, music skills, music history, and ensemble and individual performance. At the conclusion of your work you will have the opportunity to exhibit your developing expertise in a senior capstone project, a recital, presentation of a composition or paper that reflects the emphasis you’ve chosen.
You’ll also be invited and encouraged to perform with other students, faculty members, guest artists, and master teachers via the many ensembles we have at the college. You’ll join with other students who love to sing and play. The performance groups aim for polished presentations, but they are also designed so that all participants will have an opportunity for refreshment and “re-creation” in both rehearsals and performances.
