Highlights of our Music Education Program
• Resources of a major university
with the hospitality of a small community
• Experiences with children and students throughout the curriculum
• Intergrated peer teaching ensembles throughout the curriculum
• Faculty who are experienced public school teachers
• Faculty who are leading authorities in the country
• Participation in high-quality music ensembles
• Faculty and staff who care about students
• Well-respected graduates
Undergraduate Music Education Program
The Music Education Program at the University of Alabama is committed to helping you develop into the finest musician/teacher possible. The curriculum is designed to allow you to achieve your highest musical potential while giving you the leadership skills necessary to guide the musicians of tomorrow. Upon graduation, you will be certified to teach all aspects of music in any grade from kindergarten through high school in any public school in Alabama and many other states. While the curriculum provides for these broad-based skills, it also focuses instruction in the area of your choice, be it elementary, middle, or high school; winds, strings, percussion, voice or general music. You will join our many graduates who are in leadership positions in school music programs in Alabama and across the country.
Because the program develops your musical skills as a performer and conductor, this degree also provides an excellent foundation for you if you wish to continue your studies in graduate school with the goal of becoming a professional conductor, college professor, or professional performer. The members of the music education faculty with whom you will be working are all known nationally in their area of expertise. As a music education major, you will work with a faculty advisor who will guide you through the four-year curriculum. All of your music education classes will be taught by full-time faculty who are committed to undergraduate education.
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with a major in Instrumental Music Education or Vocal Music Education is designed for students pursuing careers as band or choral directors or general music teachers at the elementary and secondary school level. The Music Education program is accredited by the National Association of the Schools of Music (NASM) and by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
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The Music Education Program at the University of Alabama is committed to helping you develop into the finest musician/teacher possible. The curriculum is designed to allow you to achieve your highest musical potential while giving you the leadership skills necessary to guide the musicians of tomorrow. Upon graduation, you will be certified to teach all aspects of music in any grade from kindergarten through high school in any public school in Alabama and many other states. While the curriculum provides for these broad-based skills, it also focuses instruction in the area of your choice, be it elementary, middle, or high school; winds, strings, percussion, voice or general music. You will join our many graduates who are in leadership positions in school music programs in Alabama and across the country.
Because the program develops your musical skills as a performer and conductor, this degree also provides an excellent foundation for you if you wish to continue your studies in graduate school with the goal of becoming a professional conductor, college professor, or professional performer. The members of the music education faculty with whom you will be working are all known nationally in their area of expertise. As a music education major, you will work with a faculty advisor who will guide you through the four-year curriculum. All of your music education classes will be taught by full-time faculty who are committed to undergraduate education.
The Bachelor of Science Degree in Education with a major in Instrumental Music Education or Vocal Music Education is designed for students pursuing careers as band or choral directors or general music teachers at the elementary and secondary school level. The Music Education program is accredited by the National Association of the Schools of Music (NASM) and by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
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Graduate Music Education Program
The College of Education in cooperation with the School of Music offers the Master of Arts in Secondary Education (Music Education emphasis) and the Doctor of Philosophy in Secondary Education with an emphasis in Music Education degree. Both programs are recognized as the best in the state and a rising program among those in the country and have produced many successful and renowned graduates. The masters degree develops your musical skills through ensembles, lessons, and classes. You will also expand your teaching skills through advanced conducting classes and advanced work in specific teaching methodologies. The program works to introduce you to the wider profession of Music Education through the study of research techniques, foundations of music education, conducting, and hands on teaching experiences.
The Master's degree program allows outstanding students to enter directly into the Ph.D., Ed.D., and Ed.S. programs with no loss of credits. The Ph.D. in Music develops those skills necessary to succeed in either college teaching or leadership roles in music education. The program is flexible enough to allow you to develop toward your personal career goals. Graduates of this program may be found teaching in colleges and universities across the country. Graduate assistantships, offered on a competitive basis, are available with teaching, administrative, or research duties. Because assistantships are awarded in the Spring for the following academic year, early application is strongly encouraged.
The MA, EdS, and EdD degree programs develop teaching excellence and are designed to assist in acquiring State teaching certification, while the PhD degree program focuses on research. The Music Education program is accredited by the National Association of the Schools of Music (NASM) and by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
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The College of Education in cooperation with the School of Music offers the Master of Arts in Secondary Education (Music Education emphasis) and the Doctor of Philosophy in Secondary Education with an emphasis in Music Education degree. Both programs are recognized as the best in the state and a rising program among those in the country and have produced many successful and renowned graduates. The masters degree develops your musical skills through ensembles, lessons, and classes. You will also expand your teaching skills through advanced conducting classes and advanced work in specific teaching methodologies. The program works to introduce you to the wider profession of Music Education through the study of research techniques, foundations of music education, conducting, and hands on teaching experiences.
The Master's degree program allows outstanding students to enter directly into the Ph.D., Ed.D., and Ed.S. programs with no loss of credits. The Ph.D. in Music develops those skills necessary to succeed in either college teaching or leadership roles in music education. The program is flexible enough to allow you to develop toward your personal career goals. Graduates of this program may be found teaching in colleges and universities across the country. Graduate assistantships, offered on a competitive basis, are available with teaching, administrative, or research duties. Because assistantships are awarded in the Spring for the following academic year, early application is strongly encouraged.
The MA, EdS, and EdD degree programs develop teaching excellence and are designed to assist in acquiring State teaching certification, while the PhD degree program focuses on research. The Music Education program is accredited by the National Association of the Schools of Music (NASM) and by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
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