MUSICAL EXPRESSION IN ACTION
Morningside’s tradition of excellence welcomes all students, from aspiring music professionals to those joining one of nine ensembles. With 30% of our 1,300 students involved in music, theatre, art, or private lessons, there’s a place for your talents. Scholarships are open to all majors, and with over 100 annual events, you’ll experience world-class artistry. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, our faculty are dedicated to your growth.
Degrees
Music (B.A.)
Major
Music Education (B.M.E)
Major
Music
Minor
Why Study Music?
Morningside University’s Music program prepares students for careers in music education, performance, conducting, and arts leadership through personalized instruction, hands-on teaching experiences, and extensive performance opportunities. Students learn from experienced faculty with K-12 and professional music backgrounds while building their skills through classroom instruction, ensembles, tours, and real-world performances.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
- Early classroom experience
- Faculty with professional music expertise
- Annual regional tours and international performance tours every three years
- Professional performance opportunities
EXPERIENCE LEARNING BY DOING
Internships
Students have the opportunity to learn alongside industry professionals in varied settings, including the Sioux City Symphony, Ray’s Midbell Music, Academy of Fine Music, The Sioux City Conservatory of Music, and the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.
Travel
You will have the opportunity to travel regionally, nationally, and even internationally for professional conferences, industry field trips, or May Term courses. Travel grants and special scholarship eligibility may be available.
Research & Active Learning
At Morningside, students engage in research and active learning throughout the Midwest and abroad. Additionally, joint partnerships exist with Shot in the Dark Theatre’s American Playwright Series, the Morningside Piano Recital Series, LAMB Regional Theatre, and master classes with visiting artists. Interested students may also gain important field experience working in Eppley Auditorium or Klinger-Neal Theatre.
What Can I Do With This Degree?
A Music degree prepares you to develop your artistic talents while building the technical, performance, and leadership skills needed for careers in education and the performing arts. Graduates are prepared to teach, perform, conduct, and inspire others through music. Potential careers include:
- Music Educator
- Professional Musician
- Conductor
- Private Music Instructor
- Choir Director
- Band Director
- Worship Leader
- Arts Administrator
Music graduates share their passion for music in schools, performance venues, churches, and arts organizations. Whether teaching the next generation of musicians or performing professionally, they make an impact through education, performance, and community engagement. Graduates work in:
- Public and Private Schools
- Colleges and Universities
- Community Music Schools
- Professional Performing Ensembles
- Symphony Orchestras
- Churches and Worship Organizations
- Arts and Cultural Organizations
- Community Choirs and Bands
- Music Studios
- Performing Arts Centers
Music students develop strong foundations in music theory, ear training, conducting, music history, piano proficiency, and performance while refining their artistic and technical skills through ensembles, recitals, and applied lessons. Music Education majors also complete coursework in teaching methods, educational psychology, instructional design, literacy, and classroom practicum experiences, preparing them to become effective music educators in elementary and secondary schools.
WHY STUDY AT MORNINGSIDE?
13:1
student/faculty ratio so you’re assured a quality education focused on you
99%
employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
65+
majors & pre-professional programs available
Related Majors & Minors
Still looking for the right fit? Check out some additional program options that we think might interest you or are often paired with this program. You can also view the programs page to keep exploring your options.
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MEET THE FULL- TIME FACULTY
Heath Weber
Dean of School of Visual & Performing Arts
School of Visual & Performing Arts
I know students will leave here a changed learner ready to tackle complex issues in the classroom, board room, on the stage or on the field. We build humans who are passionate about learning and sharing those learned gifts with the communities in which they live.
Heath’s Profile
Christopher Brandt
Assistant Professor and Director of Bands
I have a passion for music and for teaching and at Morningside I am able to share that passion with students from across campus as well as prepare the next generation of music educators to continue that legacy. #MsideProud
Christopher’s Profile
Shannon Burton
Visiting Assistant Professor
I hope my students learn to become versatile musicians who also really enjoy their journey.
Shannon’s Profile
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