Bachelor of Music in Music Education, BM
The Bachelor of Music (BM) degree with a major in Music Education qualifies the graduate to apply for teacher licensure (PK-12 Music). The student is urged to seek advisement from a Music Education advisor regarding specific course requirements. Refer to the music department handbook (online at https://www.washburn.edu/academics/college-schools/arts-sciences/departments/music/current-students.html) for further details concerning this degree and corresponding curriculum.
All students seeking licensure to teach must be formally admitted to the University’s Professional Teacher Education Program. Admission is conditional on recommendation by the Music faculty. For admission requirements, see the Education section in this catalog.
Music Department Proficiency Requirements
Students must complete the following prior to scheduling the 4th Semester Performance Proficiency Exam:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Piano Proficiency Exam (PPE) 1 | ||
| Rhythmic Perception Exam (RPE) 1 | ||
| 48 Recital Credits 1 | ||
| Scale Proficiency Exam 1 | ||
| Pass MU 215 Theory I (w/ C or better) 1 | ||
| Pass MU 217 Aural Skills I (w/ C or better) 1 | ||
| 4th Semester Performance Proficiency Exam 2 | ||
| Pass Senior Recital Jury and present Senior Recital | ||
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Students must complete all proficiency requirements prior to taking 4th Semester Performance Proficiency Exam.
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4th Semester Performance Proficiency Exam: Students who pass can enroll in upper division lessons, ensembles and music classes.