School of Music
What can I do with a music degree?
IWU's School of Music offers Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Education, Performance (Vocal, Piano, Instrumental, and Composition), and a Bachelor of Arts in music. We also offer courses in conducting that are required by our Bachelor of Music students.
General Information:
- Finding positions in the music industry requires a combination of talent, training, connections and some luck. Perseverance is required!
- Develop competencies in business management, computers, marketing, or other areas to broaden range of employment possibilities.
- Develop a variety of skills. Become "multitalented."
- Confidence, personality, a positive attitude, and a love of music are important to success.
- Need basic tools of self-promotion.
- Some jobs may require you to join unions or guilds.
- Performers often travel frequently and must be flexible regarding their work schedules.
- Gain experience working for a music publisher or other businesses in the entertainment industry.
- Majoring in music provides students with a sense of aesthetics and an understanding of human expression valuable to many employers.
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Performance
Instrumental Vocal |
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Composing/ Arranging |
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Conducting |
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Musical Therapy |
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Music Libraries |
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Recording Industry |
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Communication |
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Miscellaneous | Sales:
Music Journalism:
Law:
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