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Composition Bachelor of Music Curriculum

Composition Bachelor of Music Curriculum

Life isn't an audition.

A number of music schools can make you a better composer. Our interconnected courses are built to transform you intellectually, artistically, professionally, and individually. You'll understand the roots of your music, freeing you to take it somewhere new. You'll see how your training broadens your options, rather than narrowing them. You'll find your voice. And you'll enter the world with the same confidence you bring to your compositions.

Required Courses

Curriculum: Bachelor of Music in Composition
Credit Total: 136

RequirementCr.
Private Instruction32
Performance Classes6
Humanities & Sciences30
Musicianship & Music Theory40
Music History & Literature6
Professional Development4
Applied Practical Training4
Ensemble4
Electives4
Winter Term3 Years
Digital Portfolio4 Years
Juries & RecitalsN/A

Bachelor of Music Concentrations

SFCM offers optional Concentrations in four areas: Leadership, Teaching, Technology, and Historical Performance as an opportunity to focus on an area of interest and build a larger skillset to take with you upon graduating.

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Scholarships & Grants

All SFCM students are automatically considered for aid. Check out SFCM scholarship information, as well as outside opportunities and federal grant information here.
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