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Bachelor of Music in Music History

Matthew Franke, Ph.D., Coordinator
Faculty: Amyr Joyner, Sais Kamalidiin, Clarke Randolph, Mickey Terry
The Bachelor of Music in Music History program develops overall music scholarship and hones research skills.
Students who major in the history of music must meet the requirements for a minor in vocal or instrumental performance and must appear creditably on student recitals in this subject. Students must maintain a B average in their major subject. At least two major projects must relate to an aspect of the Black heritage in music.
Senior thesis is required. Candidates for graduation will be required to pass an oral examination before a music faculty committee.
Course Schemes
• Bachelor of Music in Music History - Jazz Performance Track
• Bachelor of Music in Music History - Classical Performance Track