Requirements for the Major: Twelve courses, including the theory sequence (AMU 101, 102 (201), 200 (301)); four music history courses (chosen from AMU 212, 213, 214, 215, 340); a performance workshop (AMU 230, 231, 232, 233, 234), or written confirmation of exceptional service in one of the departmental ensembles, or a juried recital; two music
electives chosen in consultation with the student’s departmental advisor; a two-term senior project; and at least two years of practicum* credit, one year of which must be in an ensemble.

Requirements for the Interdepartmental Major: Eight courses, including the theory sequence (AMU 101, 102 (201), 200 (301)); three music history courses (chosen from AMU 212, 213, 214, 215, 340); a performance workshop (AMU 230, 231, 232, 233, 234), or written confirmation of exceptional service in one of the departmental ensembles, or a juried recital; one upper-level elective (300 or above) or AMU 497, chosen in consultation with the student’s departmental advisor; and at least one year of practicum credit in an ensemble.

Requirements for the Minor in Music: Six courses, including the theory sequence (AMU 101, 102 (201), 200(301)); two music history courses (chosen from AMU 212, 213, 214, 215, 340); one music elective chosen in consultation with the student’s departmental advisor; and at least one year of practicum credit in an ensemble.

Requirements for the Minor in World Musics and Cultures: Six courses, including AMU 101; ANT 110; two area courses (chosen from AMU 120/ANT 148, AMU 131, AMU 132, AMU 133, AMU 134, AMU 136, AMU 232, AMU 233, AMU 234); AMU 220/ANT 274, AMU 320 (221); AMU 490 Independent Study as a capstone experience; and at least
one year of practicum credit in an ensemble chosen from AMU 012, AMU 013, AMU 015.

Requirements for Honors: To be eligible for departmental honors, a student must fulfill the following requirements: (1) a minimum index of 3.3 in music; (2) for full Majors: a grade of “A minus” or better in a two-term senior project in composition, performance, research, or analysis (AMU 498/499); for Interdepartmental Majors: a grade
of “A minus” or better in a one-term senior project in composition, performance, research, or analysis (AMU 497). In addition, the student must satisfy College requirements for departmental honors.

Course Selection Guidelines: The Department of Music recommends that students working toward a Major, Interdepartmental Major, or Minor in Music start the music theory sequence no later than by the Winter Term of the sophomore year or Fall Term of the sophomore year for those needing remedial work. This is especially important for
Double Majors, Interdepartmental Majors, and students enrolled in the Leadership in Medicine Program.

*Music Practicum:  The music practica program consists of faculty-led ensembles and individual instrumental or vocal lessons. For each successful term of ensemble participation or lessons, students receive one-third course credit. After three terms of successful participation in the same ensemble or lesson, students can receive one course credit. Students can count up to two course credits (six terms of practica) towards the 36 course credits required for graduation. Practica are also offered in theater, dance, and visual arts. Student should visit the appropriate departmental web sites for further details.