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Are you eager to take your love of music to the next level?
This program from Pamplin College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences’ Department of Music prepares students for many exciting career pathways.
Musicians make the music, write the music and teach the music that makes life richer, and a Music Performance degree from Augusta University offers a one-of-a-kind experience — one where you can focus on your performance area of choice and step right into a rewarding career as a working musician.
Music Performance is for you if you consider yourself
Creative and Expressive
Program Information
Music Performance Program
1120 15th St. FAC-A110
Augusta, GA 30912
706-7371453
What You'll Study
Coursework
In the Music Performance program, performance is key. You’ll enjoy individualized instruction, participate in musical ensembles and explore topics like music theory, ear training, conducting and piano while mastering your performance area of choice.
Focal Points
Program Concentrations
Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in Instrumental
Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in InstrumentalBachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in Jazz Studies
Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in Jazz StudiesBachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in Piano
Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in PianoBachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in Vocal
Bachelor of Music with a major in Performance and a concentration in VocalExperience-based Education
Outside the Classroom
Because performance is built into the curriculum, you have a variety of ensembles to choose from, many of which engage in outreach performances throughout the community.
Study Abroad programs bring you to the cultural capitals of the world and expose you to experiences you literally couldn’t find anywhere else.
In 2016, the Jazz Ensemble traveled to China to perform during the 60th anniversary celebration of the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Fine Arts Center
In 2020, a $3.5 million renovation of the Fine Arts Center improved the acoustics, produced more practice rooms and created a dramatic new recital space with seating for 135 people.
Research Center
Pamplin College’s Center for Social Science Research involves students as active partners in research projects that assist local public and nonprofit agencies improve their effectiveness.
Research & Innovation
Whether you’re an undergraduate or graduate student, you’ll have opportunities to create your own research projects or work with faculty to tackle some of the world’s most complex and pressing challenges.
Clubs & Organizations
Student clubs and organizations help you “plug in” to campus life in a way that can lead to meaningful connections, new interests and resume-enhancing experiences.
Your Future
Career Options
As a graduate of the Music Performance program, you’ll be fully prepared to be a working musician and will have the necessary skills perform professionally in any number of musical environments.
Why Augusta?
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Emphasis on performance ensures you have the technical proficiency and concert experience to move forward with your musical career.
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Small classes mean you get individual attention and tailored advice.
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The recently renovated Fine Arts Center is filled with the latest technology and offers improved acoustics and enhanced faculty studios for practice and instruction.
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A dynamic faculty made up of professional musicians has the experience to prepare you for the career you want.
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