Whether you want to become a music educator, performer, composer, musicologist, or critic, at IUP you will be exposed to a range of instruments, music styles, and career options.
Music Education, BSEd
Music, BA
Music Performance, BFA
Music Minor
Popular Music Studies Certificate
(A bachelor’s degree in musical theater is offered through the Theater Department, which has open auditions for the musical.)
Whether your goal is to achieve your level II certification as a music teacher or heighten your musicianship for a career as a professional musician, IUP has the resources to bring your passion for music to its highest level.
Music Education, MA
Music Performance, MA
Auditions for the IUP music degree programs take place during Experience IUP Days. For more information about auditioning for the IUP Department of Music see our admission requirements and audition guidelines.
March 18, 2018
Tubaphonium Day is a chance for tuba, euphonium, and baritone players of all ages to join the IUP Tuba and Euphonium Studio for a day of performance and education.
For more information, visit the Tubaphonium Day website.
May 1, 2018
At the Cavalcade of Choirs, each ensemble will have the opportunity to perform for other high school singers in a noncompetitive format.
For more information, visit the Cavalcade of Choirs website..
April 7, 2018
One day clarinet-centric event that includes masterclasses and performances by guest artists Lynda Dembrowski of the Naval Academy Band and Phil Paglialonga of Virginia Tech. Participants will have a chance to perform alongside guests, faculty, and IUP students in a large clarinet choir. This event is open to all clarinet enthusiasts including middle and high school students, alumni, community members, teachers, and faculty.
For more information, visit the IUP Clarinet Studio website..
April 15, 2018
Events will include warm-up sessions, clinics, rehearsals, and an afternoon performance by all of the participants!
For more information, visit the Trumpet Day Website..
May 5, 2018
Comprised of activities geared towards horn players of all ages and abilities, there's something for everyone!
For more information, visit the IUP Horn Day website.
IUP is an All-Steinway School. The Music Department is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
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