Bachelor of Music: Music Education

The Bachelor of Music Education degree program trains qualified, well-rounded music educators for teaching positions in the public and private schools.  Students are prepared to teach instrumental, vocal and classroom music at all age levels, from pre-kindergarten through grade 12.

Career Opportunities:

• The need for dedicated music educators has never been greater. Positions are available on a regular basis, both nationally and in the state of Ohio.
• A degree in music education also provides a solid foundation for future graduate study in a variety of music fields.
• Some students who begin in music education eventually move on to college-level teaching, after completing appropriate study at the graduate level.

The Heidelberg Advantage: Music Education

• More than 100 years of active service in the education of the musician
• Music Education program is fully accredited by NASM (National Association of Schools of Music)
• Music Education program meets all standards of teaching licensure, as determined by the State of Ohio
• Excellent placement record for students in the public/private schools
• Program emphasis may be in instrumental, keyboard or vocal
• No additional fees for applied study, a potential savings of thousands of dollars
• Students receive training in all of the areas above, allowing for versatility in the classroom. This training also meets the expectations of the State of Ohio.
• Regular observation/participation experiences in the public schools throughout all four years of the degree program
• A strong, dedicated faculty, with regional, national and international reputations. Faculty members combine a personal commitment to teaching with continuing scholarship, research and professional performance activities.
• Low faculty-student ratio allows for more personal attention to student progress and development
• An active College Preparatory Department offers students the opportunity to gain valuable experience by teaching members of the surrounding communities, children and adults.
• Special music scholarships available, in addition to Heidelberg financial aid

Curriculum:

The Heidelberg College Catalog features a series of course grids in the Music section of the Catalog; the grids outline each degree program’s course of study. Sample four-year plans are also available for each music degree. The curriculum is divided into four primary areas:

• Performance: Study related to the art of performance in any way. Applied study with the student’s major instrument or voice is included here. Also included in this area are ensemble and recital requirements, in addition to other forms of performance-related instruction.
• Theoretical Music: Courses in Music Theory, Aural Training and Music History/literature in the first two years of study prepare students for later advanced studies in counterpoint, orchestration, and analysis. Courses in choral and instrumental conducting are also included in this area.
• Music Electives: Additional music electives will provide other courses, including related applied study, additional ensemble/performance credits.
• General Education: Courses from disciplines outside of the Department of Music provide a broad and varied educational experience, a vital part of the mission of Heidelberg College.