Penn State’s BA in Music nurtures creative excellence through a comprehensive study of music performance, theory, composition, and musicology. Students refine their instrumental or vocal technique while gaining historical and analytical insight into various musical traditions. With access to professional-grade studios, concert halls, and collaborative ensembles, students explore diverse genres—from classical and jazz to contemporary and global music. The flexible curriculum allows for dual majors or minors in business, arts administration, or education, preparing graduates for careers in performance, teaching, arts management, and more.
Composing a modern score for a silent film
Analyzing the evolution of harmony in Baroque and Romantic compositions
Creating a virtual music festival platform with multi-stream support
Ethnomusicological study of indigenous instruments
Recording and producing an original jazz fusion EP
Arranging classical pieces for non-traditional ensembles
Designing a mobile app for ear training and interval recognition
Conducting fieldwork on Appalachian folk music traditions
Evaluating music therapy effectiveness in pediatric hospitals
Orchestrating music for a chamber ensemble based on a literary theme
Composing adaptive music for interactive gaming environments
Developing an audio branding guide for a nonprofit
Studying rhythmic structures in African drumming traditions
Sound design and scoring for an original short film
Designing music curriculum for under-resourced schools
Acoustical analysis of historic performance venues
AI-generated improvisation patterns in jazz soloing
Launching a community-based music education podcast
Transcribing and digitally preserving handwritten 19th-century scores
Interactive sheet music platform for mobile musicians
Pursue your musical vision with expert faculty, top-tier facilities, and limitless creative opportunities.
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