music education

Music Education, B.M.

With an expanding job market, highly competitive starting salaries and the opportunity to impact future generations through the medium of music, the field of music education has never been more appealing as a career path.

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Program Intro

Recent research strongly suggests a link between the cognitive development of minors and their exposure to musical training in the classroom. As such, there has been a resurgence of demand for music educators across California and beyond. CBU's music education bachelor's program incorporates the California Teaching Credential into the program, which can be finished in four years with one additional semester of paid internship! This gives our music education students a distinct professional advantage, not only due to the quality of education that they will receive, but also because it will facilitate a faster entrance into the job market.

103 Units

*101-103 Units

2 Emphases
51 Grand Pianos on Campus

Why Study Music Education at CBU?

Aim for excellence

In every class, every rehearsal, every performance, students are held to higher standards that will encourage them to develop and expand their God-given gifts and ultimately share them with others.

Practice a contemporary conservatory style

CBU's music classroom style is often referred to as conservatory—intimate, challenging and rigorous—but unlike typical music conservatories that preserve the past with a traditional repertoire, CBU's music is forward-looking to engage both musicians and audiences in the contemporary enjoyment of the art. 

Use state-of-the-art technology

CBU music students work hands-on with the latest music technology on both their personal Macbook Pro computers and in computer labs and classrooms located within the state-of-the-art Hawkins Music Building. Software for professional and audio production, sequencing and publishing quality notation are used each day in many of the core music courses.

Earn a teaching credential with your degree

CBU's music education bachelor's program incorporates the California Teaching Credential into the program, which can be finished in four years with one additional semester of paid internship! This gives our music education students a distinct professional advantage, not only due to the quality of education that they will receive, but also because it will facilitate a faster entrance into the job market.

What You'll Learn

Program Details

MUS 345: Orchestral and Band Literature

Survey of orchestral and band literature from a historical and educative perspective.

MUS 405: Introduction to Music Education

Introduction to music teaching as a profession. This course introduces philosophical foundations, curriculum and instruction, and learning with technology, among others.

MUS 475: General Music Methods

Exploration of the methodologies for teaching non-performance music curricula in the classroom.

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  • Choral Emphasis 
  • Instrumental Emphasis

Angela Park, DMA

Professor of Music

Office Phone: 951-343-4928
E-mail: apark@calbaptist.edu
Office Location: HMUS219

Mayu Fukasawa

I chose to major in music because it's something I really love to do and I realized I'd like to keep doing it for the rest of my life. I like the program at CBU because I have so many opportunities to perform. It's helped me get used to performing a lot.

Mayu Fukasawa '19

Braden Sapp

I grew up in a musical family and always knew I wanted to participate in music in some capacity. The professors here are really great people who want to be more than just someone who grades you. They really care about your education.

Braden Sapp '19

McKenna Sessions

I love music and am passionate about it. The program here helps you not only strengthen your skills but also helps with your spiritual walk.

McKenna Sessions '21

Career Possibilities

Music education majors can apply their field of study to a variety of careers. Some careers listed below may require further education.

  • Music Teacher
  • Musician
  • Band Director
  • Conductor
  • Music Director
  • Vocal Coach

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