Department of Music
Programs of Study
MUSIC MAJOR
The study of music affords the student opportunities not only to develop self-discipline,
creativity, critical thinking, and an appreciation for human achievement, but also yields life-long
intellectual and personal benefits. Students majoring in music are expected to gain knowledge and
skill in the areas of performance, aural skills and analysis, composition and improvisation,
history and repertory, and technology. Lander’s music curriculum focuses on heightening the
student's musical awareness and sensitivity to the broadest possible spectrum of music in
preparation for possible graduate study and the pursuit of a career in music.
GOALS
Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the Department of Music offers a comprehensive program of music study designed to promote musical literacy and artistry.
Students graduating from Lander University with recommendation for teacher certification should
meet the music education standards of the National Association of Schools of Music and the Lander
University College of Education’s conceptual framework: “Professional Instructional Leader.” The
conceptual model, which guides all Teacher Education Programs at Lander, is built upon the
following learner outcomes.
The Professional Instructional Leader:
- integrates content knowledge and skills of scholarly inquiry to teach all students. (Content knowledge encompasses the goals of the music education program of studies.)
- plans, provides and assesses learning experiences that are supported by research, knowledge of best practice and professional standards.
- collaborates with diverse populations, including students, educators, community members, and families for the benefit of learners.
- engages in reflection and professional development to assess and improve content knowledge and pedagogical skills.
- exhibits dispositions that address the needs of all students and that provide leadership to the
profession.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES IN MUSIC
Lander music students gain valuable experience assisting with on-campus activities presented by Greenwood-Lander Performing Arts, Music Educators National Conference, South Carolina Music Teachers Association, Lander Piano Festival, Lander Choral Festival, and South Carolina Band Clinics. Possible career paths for students who have earned a degree in music include, but are not limited to:
- Educator
- Collegiate educator/administrator
- Private studio management
- Primary or secondary education and administration
- Performer
- Accompanying/collaborative performance
- Conducting Military band/chorus
- Opera and music theatre
- Orchestral or band performer
- Music Business
- Advertising and public relations
- Arranging
- Composition: radio, TV, movie, commercials
- Computer musician
- Concert manager/artist representative
- Instrumental manufacturer representative
- Instrument repair technician
- Music administration/arts commissions
- Music and copyright law
- Production and stage management
MUSIC DEGREE OPTIONS
Bachelor of Science in Music
Conceived within the tradition of a liberal arts education, the Bachelor of Science in Music degree combines a strong music component with a broad menu of elective courses, allowing the student to tailor the program to individual needs and career goals. The program is divided into three components: 1) general education requirements, 2) core music requirements, and 3) electives. Students may choose electives from any combination of music and non-music courses. Elective hours may be used to satisfy requirements for a minor in a non-music field.
Four-Year Major Guide for B.S. in Music
Bachelor of Science in Music, K-12 Teacher Certification
The Bachelor of Science in Music, K-12 teacher certification curriculum prepares students for the organization and administration of school music programs in grades K-12. The degree is divided into three components: 1) general education requirements, 2) core music requirements, and 3) teacher certification requirements. Music majors pursuing teacher certification will be assigned co-advisors from the Department of Music and from the College of Education. Students are encouraged to become familiar with “Guidelines for All Teacher Education Programs.” Upon completion of the degree, the student will be certified in instrumental or choral music by the South Carolina State Department of Education. Students wishing certification in both areas will pursue a suitable course of study approved by the music faculty.
Four-Year Major Guide for B.S. in
Music with K-12 Certification
APPLIED MUSIC
Applied music is available in:
| Flute | Baritone Horn, Euphonium |
| Oboe | Tuba |
| Bassoon | Piano |
| Clarinet | Organ |
| Saxophone | Percussion |
| French Horn | Voice |
| Trumpet | Guitar |
| Trombone |
An applied music fee of $40 is charged (in addition to tuition fees) to music majors or minors for each semester of private study. A fee of $130 is charged for private applied study as an elective. There is no additional fee for piano or voice classes.
All applied students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Music degree must complete eight semesters of private study on the major instrument. They must also demonstrate keyboard proficiency by enrolling for two semesters of piano class or by passing the Piano Proficiency Examination.
All applied students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Music, K-12 Teacher Certification degree must adhere to the following sequence of private and class instruction.
- Keyboard Emphasis
- Seven semester hours of private instruction in piano or organ.
- A total of six semester hours of class and/or private voice instruction. Students may satisfy all or part of the requirement by vocal audition.
- Voice Emphasis
- Seven semester hours of private instruction.
- A total of six semester hours of class and/or private piano instruction. Students may satisfy all or part of the requirement by passing the Piano Proficiency Examination.
- Instrumental Emphasis
- Six semester hours of private instruction on major instrument.
- One semester hour of major or secondary wind/percussion/piano private instruction.
- Three semester hours of secondary wind/percussion/piano private instruction with advisor’s approval.
- One semester hour of voice class.
- A total of two semester hours of piano class. Students may satisfy all or part of the keyboard requirement by passing the Piano Proficiency Examination.
PERFORMANCE
The Department of Music provides many opportunities for students to participate in solo and chamber performances. Monthly recitals are scheduled throughout the academic year. Students may also be selected by competitive audition for the annual Honors Recital. Advanced students may, with permission of the applied instructor, perform a solo or chamber recital during the junior or senior year for which credit may be received by enrolling in MUSI 390. Specific regulations concerning recitals may be obtained from the applied instructor.
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Music degree participate in the appropriate principal ensemble every semester. Customarily the student must accumulate eight semester hours of ensemble credit. Because the program prepares students for a broad range of career options, a music faculty committee will consider requests for alternative ways to satisfy the ensemble requirement.
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Music, K-12 Teacher Certification degree participate in the appropriate principal ensemble every semester except when student teaching. Customarily, teacher certification students must take a minimum of seven semester hours of ensemble credit.
Principal performing ensembles include:
- University Singers (required for choral emphasis)
- Lander Wind Ensemble (required for instrumental emphasis)
Additional music performance opportunities in which music majors are expected to participate include:
- Old Main Singers (by audition)
- Lander Jazz Ensemble
- Opera Scenes
- Chamber Winds
- Woodwind Ensemble
- Brass Ensemble
- Piano Ensemble
- Percussion Ensemble
- Guitar Ensemble
AUDITIONS: STUDIO, SCHOLARSHIP, ENSEMBLE
All students interested in being admitted to the music degree program are required to audition in order to demonstrate their level of performance and familiarity with music fundamentals. Auditions are required of all students who wish to be considered for music scholarships. Information from auditions is used by music faculty advisors to plan each student’s course of study, to make recommendations for scholarships and other forms of financial aid, and to make decisions regarding performance opportunities and participation in choral and instrumental ensembles.
Audition information, dates, and application forms may be obtained from the Department of Music, Lander University, Greenwood, South Carolina 29649, 864-388-8323, or on the web at www.lander.edu.
MUSIC MINOR
The music minor is intended to serve students of other majors who wish to study music for
personal enrichment. The minor requires a minimum of 18 credit hours in music:
| MUSI 017 (two semesters) | 0 credit hours |
| MUSI 111-112, 113-114 | 8 |
| MUSI 201 | 3 |
| Applied Music (two semesters) | 2 |
| Ensemble | 2 |
| Electives in Music | 3 |
| TOTAL | 18 |
Electives may be selected from courses in music theory, music history, applied music, ensemble, methods, and conducting. Students interested in the Music Minor should contact the Chair of the Department of Music to schedule an audition.
