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Music

Igniting Minds, Inspiring Creativity and Shaping the Future of Music

Pursue your passion for music

ESU music programs are led by a group of outstanding musician faculty, all ready to offer lessons on any instrument you desire. With small class sizes and tight student-professor ratios, you won’t find yourself sandwiched in an auditorium just listening to a great professor; you’ll get to work one-on-one with them to develop your skills. Flat-rate tuition and free private music lessons mean you can study to your heart’s content. ESU gives you the chance to explore and strive toward your highest potential.

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Opportunities in Music at ESU

There are a host of ensembles at ESU—bands, choirs, orchestras, jazz ensembles, chamber music, and chamber ensembles, such as flute choir or saxophone quartets. All ensembles are open to both music majors and non-majors alike! You can even take private lessons and perform with the ESU Marching Band.

Featured Degrees

Music

Bachelor of Arts

Conservatory quality training for vocal and instrumental music at a public regional university prepares students to teach, perform and enjoy music as a career.

Music Education: Instrumental/Vocal (Grades PreK-12)

Bachelor of Music, Concentration

The Bachelor of Music with a music education concentration prepares the student to teach PreK-12 music. In teaching children and young adults, you teach not only music, but confidence, perseverance and dedication, skills needed for a successful adult life.

Music Performance

Bachelor of Music, Concentration

Concentration in Music Performance is designed for advanced study of primary instrument, along with courses in music history, music theory, and introductory research.

Undergraduate Academics + Programs

Explore undergraduate music programs.

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Undergraduate admissions


If you’re ready to join Hornet Nation as an undergraduate, head to the Undergraduate Admissions page.

Graduate admissions


If you’re ready to advance your degree as a graduate student, head to the Graduate Admissions page.

Explore the Department of Music

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About Us

Learn more about music programs at ESU.

About Us
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Ensembles

Learn more about joining ensembles.

Music Ensembles
Flute Choir

Scholarships

Learn more about available scholarships for music students.

Scholarships

Discover Upcoming Music Events

Visit the calendar to learn about upcoming music events, locations, and ticket information.