What you will study
As a Music minor at UCM, you’ll have access to the same faculty, facilities and quality
coursework as Music majors. You’ll develop your music knowledge alongside other Music
students in classes such as:
- Music History
- Music Theory
- Aural Training
- Electives in Music
Following an audition, you’ll also hone your skills by taking private performance
lessons in voice and any instrument we offer — even laptop performance — and participating
in ensembles. Grow your appreciation for different types of music styles by attending
on-campus recitals and concerts.
Two electives will round out your minor coursework. Choose from a wide variety of
courses that include Fundamentals of Music Technology, Jazz-Rock Combo or Composition.
You may instead decide to devote this time to additional private lessons or ensembles.
Excellence in Music
- Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1947
- One of the largest music schools in the state of Missouri, with 19 full-time and 12 adjunct faculty and
about 200 Music majors.
- UCM owns the Essig Instrument Collection, one of the country's larger collections
of historical instruments. Artifacts are displayed in the Utt Music Building.
- First University in Missouri to be designated an All-Steinway School — a designation held by only 150 institutions
in the world. We are also a Conn-Selmer school, with a large collection of high-quality
instruments from the premier company.
- Top 15%: Best Value Bachelor’s Degree Colleges for General Music (College Factual, 2022)
- Top 8%: Most Popular Colleges for General Music (College Factual, 2022)
- A Most Focused College for General Music (College Factual, 2022)
Unique learning opportunities in music
Explore the world of music with our impressive collection of instruments and professional
standard facilities. One-on-one lessons with faculty will help you excel in your chosen
instrument, while ensembles and community bands let you explore different styles and
develop your teamwork and collaboration skills:
- Private lessons: All Music students meet with faculty regularly for private music lessons. You’ll learn
from world-renowned musicians to develop your musical abilities while benefiting from
their years of experience and expertise and building your discipline.
- Performance opportunities: Participate in one of our many ensembles with both Music majors and non-majors. We
have groups for all kinds of performers, including marching band, jazz band, quartets,
concert bands and much more. If you seek opportunities to perform outside UCM, you’ll
find plenty of teaching experiences and performance groups in Warrensburg or nearby
Kansas City.
- Community music program: Get involved in our community music program, which offers lessons for community members
in instruments such as guitar and piano. Help others enhance their passion for music
while developing skills such as leadership and communication.
What can you do with a minor in Music from UCM?
Students minor in Music for a variety of reasons. Some want to continue their music
studies to hone their skills and pursue a hobby, while others pair their music studies
with their major for a specialized degree. No matter why you choose to minor in Music
at UCM, the skills you learn — including teamwork, persistence and self-motivation
— can be applied to a variety of careers and job settings.
Explore possible careers with a minor in Music
Your Music minor may be for pleasure or to prepare for a specific career in the music
industry. Use the tool below to explore job possibilities, salary potential and other
career data.
Financial assistance options for your minor in Music
UCM makes it easier to finance your education. In addition to our already low tuition, we offer financial assistance, including
scholarships and grants, to make your education even more affordable.
As a Music minor, you’re also eligible for funding through UCM Music. We offer a variety
of scholarships and awards:
- Music Merit Scholarships
- Alumni Foundation Scholarships
- Ensemble Scholarships
Learn more about program-specific scholarships by using the UCM Scholarship Finder.
State-of-the-Art Music Facilities
Learn in a professional environment
As part of our Music program, you’ll have opportunities to learn and perform in a
real-world setting. Our recently renovated practice rooms include sound-isolating
doors, our recital halls are fully equipped for a multitude of musical performances
and our studio equipment — the best in the state — is on par with professional studios.
Meet Theresa P.
BS Public Relations, Music Minor ’22 - Public relations and social media intern at
Sweetwater Sound ’22
“I’m so thankful for the faculty and students I have met, especially within the Music
Technology program. I feel empowered and encouraged to work hard alongside my peers.
I am proud to be a member of UCM Music.”
Choose Your Stage
Over 100 performances each year
Perform with musicians across campus in one of our many ensembles. Lend your voice
to the Concert Choir or play in the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band or one of our jazz
bands. The Marching Mules attracts students from every department on campus. We also
have smaller ensembles for technology-based instruments, percussion instruments and
guitar, as well as jazz combos.
Meet Our Faculty
World-renowned musicians
UCM Music faculty come from prominent careers as performers, composers, scholars and
technologists. They have played at Carnegie Hall, with the Kansas City Symphony and
on stages around the world. Their experiences offer Music minors access to a wide
network of musicians for enhanced learning and professional opportunities.
Read Our Bios
Take the Stage at Hart Recital Hall
Fully equipped for any performance
Our 385-seat Hart Recital Hall is outfitted with a pipe organ, two Steinway D Concert
Grand pianos, a 20-foot video screen with a 4K laser projector and an 11.4-channel
Meyer Sound Labs speaker diffusion system. Hart Recital Hall is just as ready for
a performance of Medieval or Baroque music as it is for contemporary opera, chamber
music or electronic music.
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