Welcome
The Music Department at California State University, Chico offers excellent curricular programs and opportunities for a variety of career objectives. Students take a core of classes intended to give them a basic understating of music theory, history, ear training, keyboard proficiencies, and technologies. The degree options allow students to choose areas of specialization.
The BA in Music offers four options or areas of emphasis, each sharing a common core of classes in music theory and history. For those who wish to teach music in the K-12 system we have the Option in Music Education. The aspiring composer may elect the Option in Music Composition, while an aspiring performer may choose the Option in Performance (instrumental, keyboard, or vocal). The Option in General Music allows a student (with an advisor) to develop a more wide-ranging course of study. We also have a new Option in Jazz Studies.
The BA in Music Industry & Technology offers two options. The Option in Music Industry fits those who wish to pursue a career in music business while the Option in Recording Arts is for those who would like to work with both the technical and artistic aspects of music.
The Department also offers a MA in Music, which is flexible and can be tailored to the specific needs of each student.
The Music Department is accredited through the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Music Department Spotlight
News
Congratulations Graduates
Congratulations to all of the 2009 BA and MA graduates of the Department of Music. Good luck to each and every one of you!
2009 Outstanding Students
This year's Outstanding Students, voted by the faculty are: Luciano Marazzo, BA in Music; Andy Mesecher, BA in Music Industry & Technology; and Glenn Tucker, MA in Music. Congratulations on your accomplishments.
2009 Computer Bundle for Recording Arts and Music Composition now available
Upcoming Events
June 11-14, 2009
Design for the Times: Going Frugal
North State Symphony
2625 Swallow Tail Way, Chico
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Read more about it on the CSU website and the ChicoER website.
June 13, 2009
Chamber Music Concert
North State Symphony
Faith Lutheran Church, 667 First Ave, Chico
7:30 p.m
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June 21, 2009
Summer Pops Concert
North State Symphony
Centennial Plaza, Oroville
7:30 p.m
admission free
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2009-2010 events coming soon
For ticket information go to the University Box Office website or call 530-898-6333