The Department of Music and Theatre offers two areas of focus. Its major in Music provides the study of music as applied to teaching, performance, composition, theory, and music literature. Its major in Performing Arts offers students the study of the history, heritage, theory, and practice of performing arts, including acting, writing, and directing.

History
The Department of Music was formed in 1888. In 2012 its name was changed to the Department of Music and Theatre.

Dates of Existence
1888-present

Historical Names

• Department of Music (1888-2012)

Related Units

• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (parent college)