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Music

The Music Conservatory is the center of the musical arts at Kean University. Students seeking to explore the depth and breadth of music culture can pursue paths in performance and music education, as well as music as a liberal arts discipline.

Often characterized as a “boutique” program, the Conservatory offers highly individualized and personalized instruction in an environment where students develop strong relationships with their faculty mentors and their peers. Conservatory students benefit, in the classroom, studio and ensembles, from the wealth of talent found in the New York metropolitan area and work with some of the finest performers, scholars and artists—a world-class faculty.

Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Kean University's Music Conservatory has a strong reputation for the preparation of musicians and music teachers and boasts an excellent record for placing and directing graduates in or towards fruitful careers in music, education or advanced studies.

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The Kean University choir's spring concert, Songs of Love and Arte, toured throughout New Jersey and Virginia. Kean's music degree provides a solid foundation in music theory and performance.

The Kean University choir's spring concert, Songs of Love and Arte, toured throughout New Jersey and Virginia.

What You Learn

You build a solid foundation for professional success in music performance or education in Kean’s music program.

  • Develop the skills and knowledge of a professional musician

  • Utilize music technology for composition and education

  • Benefit from an inspired creative community of nurturing mentors and collaborators

  • Study and perform masterworks in state-of-the-art venues with university ensembles

You can choose to pursue a degree in music, music performance or teacher education. You can also minor in music to enhance your studies in your chosen major.

Program Information

Program Options:

B.A. in Music

B.M. in Music Performance with an emphasis in Pedagogy

Curriculum Sheets and 4-Year Plans

Audition Requirement

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The Classroom and Beyond

At Kean, we believe learning extends far beyond the walls of our classrooms and labs. That's why we encourage you to get involved in clubs and organizations, study abroad at our campus in China or elsewhere, and pursue internships that will advance your career. Find out more.

Kean Concert Choir performs Songs of Love and Arte

Fall Audition and Concert Dates

Kean's Conservatory of Music stages a variety of chorale and ensemble performances each year. Click here to view the upcoming performance and audition schedule.
Judy Collins

Learn from Legends

Kean music majors thrilled audiences when they performed alongside folk music icon Judy Collins at her holiday concert.
Kean gospel choir rehearsing

Choir Three-peats at Gospelfest

Kean's Gospel Choir took home first place for the third consecutive year at McDonald’s Gospelfest, held Saturday, May 12 at Newark Symphony Hall.

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