Minor in Music

Music Studies

UM offers a minor in music studies that consists of 21 credit hours distributed among courses in music theory, literature, and performance. Requirements include MUS 111, 112, 113, 114, (Theory and Music Skills) MUP 129, 130 (Class Piano), MUS 250 (World Music), 4 hours of private lessons at the 100-200 level, 4 hours of ensemble (one per semester), and 2 hours of music electives.

Dr. Lori Ardovino, Chair

All-Steinway School

In fall 2007, UM’s piano program in the Department of Music received an “All-Steinway” designation. Through a very generous donation from a local business, UM music students have the very finest of pianos upon which to practice and perform.