California Baptist University
The performance certificate serves as a bridge program for post-bachelor's or post-master's degrees. Students can spend one year post-bachelor's degree honing performance, conducting or composing skills in preparation for graduate auditions. Additionally, post-master's students can spend an additional year in applied study in preparation for professional auditions.
Prepare for graduate coursework
The performance certificate serves as a bridge for students who desire more time to
develop their performance abilities and are not yet ready to commit to enrolling in
a graduate degree program in music. In this certificate program, students become prepared
for an advanced degree, and all certificate coursework transfers toward the achievement
of CBU's Master of Music degree.
Learn from knowledgeable faculty and mentors
CBU's distinguished School of Performing Arts faculty includes educators, conductors
and performers with real-world experience teaching and performing in an array of private
and public venues as well as educational and religious settings. CBU has a strong
mentorship culture, which will benefit students in career preparation outside of the
classroom.
Practice in a top-of-the-line facility
Students also benefit from our newest facility, the JoAnn Hawkins Music Building,
equipped with the latest technology, including a multimillion dollar state-of-the-art
recording studio, music labs, and 27 private rehearsal rooms each furnished with a
baby grand piano.
Applied instruction is offered with material and performance of increasing difficulty as the student develops. Students must arrange instruction time with the full-time faculty member in charge during the first week of classes.
Lancer Chorus is open by audition to all interested students. The group will rehearse and perform a variety of music for tenor/bass voices and combine with other choirs to form the Worship Collective.
Performance of repertoire learned while the student is in residence for the degree. Recital approval and performance guidelines are available from the SOM graduate office and applied instructor.
As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.
| Application Deadlines | Fall | Spring |
| Standard | Rolling | Rolling |
I’m a firm believer that from the moment you wake to when you put your head down to sleep, you should love what you do each day. Music envelopes my life and is a profound gift that God has given to express his love, grace, patience and understanding to the world. Every time I return to the score for study, I learn more about His art and divinity through music.
I’m a firm believer that from the moment you wake to when you put your head down to sleep, you should love what you do each day. Music envelopes my life and is a profound gift that God has given to express his love, grace, patience and understanding to the world. Every time I return to the score for study, I learn more about His art and divinity through music.
8432 Magnolia Avenue
Riverside, CA 92504
Dr. Joseph Bolin, Dean
(951) 343-4251
music.calbaptist.edu
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