The Department of Composition and Music Studies places an emphasis on research, pedagogy and creativity to enrich each student's musical experience.
Undergraduate Majors and Minors
Whatever your passions and interests, the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance has educational experiences and degree options for you.
Department of Composition and Music Studies
Composition (B.M.)
As a composition major you will gain a foundation in traditional Western art music.
Music (B.A.)
In this degree program you can pursue liberal arts studies while building a strong background in music.
Music Combination w/ Outside Field (B.M)
This program combines professional education as a musician with focused study in a field of your choice outside of music.
Department of Music Education
Our Department of Music Education degrees lead to initial New York State teacher certification.
Music Education (B.M.)
Our commitment to hands-on, field-based learning means you will observe classes earlier than in most undergraduate programs.
Music Education and Performance (B.M.)
Ithaca's music education majors are known not only for being great teachers, but also top-notch performers and musicians.
Department of Music Performance
Our Department of Music Performance degrees prepare you to continue your study at the graduate level or to pursue professional work as a performer and/or private instructor.
Performance (B.M.)
In this program you will have every opportunity to do what you love: perform.
Jazz Studies (B.M.)
The jazz studies curriculum is a rigorous one that includes course sequences in arranging, improvisation, and jazz piano.
Sound Recording Technology (B.M.)
Within our program you will be trained in the latest recording and mixing methods in state-of-the-art facilities.
Department of Theatre and Dance Performance
The Department of Theatre and Dance Performance provides rigourous and highly individualized training to prepare students for the stage.
Acting (B.F.A.)
A rigorous, highly individualized, and specialized training program built on a foundation of acting, voice and movement.
Dance and Choreography for Musical Theatre (B.F.A.)
Comprehensive knowledge in dance combines with foundational knowledge in theatre and music.
Musical Theatre (B.F.A.)
A rigorous, highly individualized, and specialized training program built on a foundation of acting, voice and movement with intensive vocal and dance training.
Department of Theatre Production and Management
The Department of Theatre Production and Mangement provides students with hands-on experience combined with a liberal arts education.
Stage Management (B.F.A.)
A specialized, student-centered program that fosters the intersection of artistic intent and logistics.
Theatre Administration (B.S.)
A one-of-a-kind hands-on program that creates future performing arts leaders from day one.
Theatre Production & Design (B.F.A.)
A rigorous, highly individualized program that integrates a foundation of production and design with specialized areas of interest.
Department of Theatre Studies
Students in the Department of Theatre Studies receive an interdisciplinary education in theatre with a broad experience in the liberal arts.
Theatre Studies (B.A.)
A highly individualized holistic and flexible program combined with a broad education in the Liberal Arts.
Minors
Dance Minor
The dance minor combines technique with academic study.
Music Minor
The minor is an excellent way for students to maintain or develop their interest in music while also pursuing other areas of study.
Theatre Minor
The theatre minor provides an option for students who may not want to be theatre arts majors but wish to take theatre courses.