Our Department of Music Education degrees lead to initial New York State teacher certification.
Undergraduate Majors and Minors
Department of Music Education
Our commitment to hands-on, field-based learning means you will observe classes earlier than in most undergraduate programs.
Ithaca's music education majors are known not only for being great teachers, but also top-notch performers and musicians.
Department of Music Performance
Our Department of Music Performance degrees prepare you to continue your study at the graduate level or to pursue professional work as a performer and/or private instructor.
In this program you will have every opportunity to do what you love: perform.
The jazz studies curriculum is a rigorous one that includes course sequences in arranging, improvisation, and jazz piano.
Within our program you will be trained in the latest recording and mixing methods in state-of-the-art facilities.
Department of Music Theory, History, and Composition
The Department of Music Theory, History, and Composition places an emphasis on research, pedagogy and creativity to enrich each student's musical experience.
As a composition major you will gain a foundation in traditional Western art music.
In this degree program you can pursue liberal arts studies while building a strong background in music.
This program combines professional education as a musician with focused study in a field of your choice outside of music.
Department of Theatre and Dance Performance
A rigorous, highly individualized, and specialized training program built on a foundation of acting, voice and movement.
A rigorous, highly individualized, and specialized training program built on a foundation of acting, voice and movement with intensive vocal and dance training.
Department of Theatre Production and Management
A specialized, student-centered program that fosters the intersection of artistic intent and logistics.
A one-of-a-kind hands-on program that creates future performing arts leaders from day one.
A rigorous, highly individualized program that integrates a foundation of production and design with specialized areas of interest.
Department of Theatre Studies
A highly individualized holistic and flexible program combined with a broad education in the Liberal Arts.