Candidates for the degree, Bachelor of Music, may choose a major in music performance or a major in music education. All students graduating with the Bachelor of Music degree will be expected to appear in recital. Participation in two large ensembles or accompanying is required during each semester of full-time enrollment. In addition, all full-time students are required to attend recitals and programs.

Music Performance Major

The major in music performance consists of a total of 121 hours, including 24 hours in private lessons. Those electing the performance major also must complete:

• All general education requirements.
• WU 101 The Washburn Experience.
• An upper-division English composition course (EN 300, EN 308, or EN 312).
• A minimum of 99 semester hours of credit in courses that either are offered in the College of Arts and Sciences or would normally be taught by a discipline in a college of arts and sciences.
• Candidates must have a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 and a grade of C or better in each course in the major, required courses, and the English, math, and communication studies general education courses. A double major may be completed within the 120 hour total by meeting all the requirements of the two majors. Students may also elect a minor or certificate. See the Student Services and Academic Support section of the catalog concerning hours transferred to Washburn University.

Music Education Major

This program is designed for those who wish to teach in public or private schools. Students who pursue the P-12 Music Education Degree must meet the specific requirements of the selected specialization as described in the Music section of this catalog and the Music Student Handbook. The successful completion of program requirements satisfies Kansas State Department of Education requirements for eligibility to apply for licensure to teach in public schools.