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Bachelor of Music in Music Performance

Pursue your passion 

Prepare for your profession

As a music performance student in the Dana School of Music, you’ll receive the highest quality education in music through exceptional individualized applied studio instruction and participation in numerous diverse performance opportunities. Our curriculum goes above and beyond traditional artistic training and incorporates a strong emphasis on innovation and an entrepreneurial mindset that includes a professional certificate or minor within the degree program. Our dynamic program will prepare you for a meaningful and successful career in a competitive and diverse professional landscape. 

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Dana School of Music
 


Audition virtually for admittance to the Dana School of Music


Study with distinguished faculty who are acclaimed teachers and performing musicians


Live in our inclusive Living Learning Community (LLC)


Perform as frequently as you'd like—you’ll have dozens of opportunities every term

Where you'll perform

You’ll have access to numerous world-class stages and studios. You’ll perform in a variety of exquisite and historic spaces, ranging from an intimate 300-seat hall to a more-than-2,300-seat performance venue for large-scale productions. You’ll also give concerts and recitals in experimental venues, a Black Box Theater, museums, and other nontraditional settings.

Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Music Performance

What you'll study

Applied lessons on your selected instrument
      Brass, Percussion, Piano, Strings, Voice, Woodwinds 

Ensembles (selected examples) 
      Wind Ensemble, Choral ensembles, Orchestra, Jazz Band and Combos, Marching and Pep Bands,
      Chamber Ensembles, Contemporary Ensembles, Musical Theatre Pit Orchestra 

Conducting

Music History and Theory
     Composition, Orchestration, Songwriting, Arranging

Western Art Music, American Music, World Music

Languages and Diction (Voice majors)

Jazz Arranging and Improvisation (Jazz majors)

Career Preparedness

Certificate in Audio + Music Production
Certificate in Digital Marketing Strategy
Minor in Musical Theatre

TUITION
 

$11,600*

(Tuition and fees may vary by major, college, and area of study. Includes all International Undergraduate Student fees.) 

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
 

• 2.0 GPA Minimum

• Transcript required

•TOEFL:67/IELTS:6.0/DET:95

 

*Total estimated tuition for one academic year of study (9 months - based on 12-18 credit hours) 
 

AUDITION INFORMATION
 

Admission to the Dana School of Music requires a successful audition. Audition requirements may vary by performance area. Learn more.


 To schedule a virtual audition:

sawaltman@ysu.edu 

330.941.2346

 

Dana School of Music applicants are
automatically considered for talent
scholarships; a separate scholarship
application is not required.
 

SCHOLARSHIPS
 

3.0-3.39 GPA equivalent:

$1,000 annually
 

3.4-3.69 GPA equivalent:

$2,500 annually
 

3.7-4.0 GPA equivalent:

$4,000 annually
 

Documented rank of first in class:

$5,000 annually

 

Additional information:

YSU International Programs Office
 

Alumni success

Our graduates often pursue careers as symphony musicians, university professors, concert soloists, or band or orchestra conductors. We’ve helped launch the careers of countless performers, educators, and scholars who are innovators and leaders with global connections. Our alumni are a creative, dynamic force that may be found performing on the finest stages around the world, earning GRAMMY® Awards, and teaching in conservatories, universities, and schools. Our dynamic Bachelor of Music in Music Performance degree will help you define your future professional goals and prepare you for a successful and enjoyable career.

READY TO APPLY?

Contact Admissions

877.468.6978 (Toll Free)
330.941.2336 (Phone)
330.941.3674 (Fax)
intadm@ysu.edu

Apply now 
 

 

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Contact Stephanie Waltman
CCCA Admissions & Recruitment 

330.941.2346 (Phone)
330.941.2341 (Fax)
sawaltman@ysu.edu

Schedule a meeting

ANNUAL APPLICATION DEADLINES

Fall Semester

August 1

Spring Semester

December 1

Summer Semester

April 15