Includes emphases in strings, winds, percussion, piano or guitar.
(NOTE: Requirements are subject to change. In case of any discrepancy, degree requirements as they appear in the UNM 2009-2010 Catalog will prevail).
GENERAL INFORMATION
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degree requirements
The Bachelor of Music Education Instrumental Concentration comprises a total of 138-139 hours (138 hours for emphasis in strings; 139 hours for emphasis in winds, percussion, piano or guitar).
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suggested course sequence
The Bachelor of Music Education Instrumental Concentration is a 9-semester program. Click here to view a Suggested Course Sequence (PDF, 80KB), so that you can plan your course of studies.
ensemble requirements
Ensemble Requirements for Undergraduate Degrees PDF, 88KB): This document will clarify the ensemble requirements outined in your degree plan.
additional requirements
Additional specific departmental requirements relating to recitals, special examinations, auditions and similar matters are described in the Department of Music Undergraduate Student Handbook.
Students pursuing the Bachelor of Music Instrumental Concentration will be required to pass a piano proficiency. See Piano Proficiency Requirements (PDF, 100KB) for details.
transfer students
All transfer students will be given a placement exam in theory, ear-training and sight-singing for the purpose of determining competency in theses areas. If test results reveal deficiencies, transfer students will be required to remove such by enrolling in and successfully completing one or more semesters of the theory curriculum.
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placement exam for transfer students.
