Music

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

Music offers highly individualized and personalized instruction in an environment where students develop strong relationships with their faculty mentors and their peers. Music 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 Department has a strong reputation for the preparation of musicians and teachers and boasts an excellent record of placing and directing graduates in or towards fruitful careers in music, education or advanced studies.

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Kean Music Conservatory performance — Kean University music ensembles perform and tour with masterworks.

What Do You Learn as a Music Major?

Create a solid foundation for professional success in performance or education
Develop the artistry, skills and knowledge of a professional musician
Learn in master classes taught by renowned faculty, acclaimed performers and guest artists
Utilize technology for composition and education
Become part of an inspired creative community of nurturing mentors and collaborators
Study and perform masterworks in Kean's state-of-the-art Enlow Recital Hall and at unique off-campus events

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

Audition Requirement

Faculty

Music Ensembles at Kean

Kean University Music Conservatory Handbook

Music Department Performance Calendar

Degree programs:

B.A in Music

A liberal arts degree for those who seek a well-rounded balance of studies, including other disciplines.

B.A. Curriculum Sheet

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

An intensive degree with emphasis on performance and pedagogy, preparing students for careers as performers and/or private studio instructors.

B.M. Curriculum Sheet

For information about the Teacher Certification Track, please click here.

B.M. in Music Education

Study within a professional music conservatory setting that prepares you to perform and teach

B.M. in Music Education Curriculum Sheet

Music Minor/Concentration

Music Academic Content Area

Other programs you might be interested in

Studying music at Kean University allowed me to learn more about myself as a person and musician. It also gave me a sense of community. I never felt alone in our music department because of how supportive our students and professors are. I aspire to be a choral conductor and our choir director here at Kean allowed me to conduct our choir, along with an orchestra full of professionals for our Spring concert."

Makiah Robinson

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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.