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	<p>Develop a solid foundation in music while also having the benefit of a liberal arts education. Both the Bachelor of Arts and the Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Education lead to certification to teach in public schools. The music education faculty feels strongly that offering both the B.M. and B.A. degrees allows for students to choose the path that is the best personal fit for their interests.</p>
<p><strong>Both music education degrees are considered professional degree programs and .</strong></p>
<h2>Programs of Study</h2>
<h3>Bachelor of Music Degree in Music Education</h3>
<p>While earning a Bachelor of Music degree, about two-thirds of your coursework will be in music. Students in the degree program have more time dedicated to weekly lessons as well as a recital component in their senior year.</p>
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<h3>Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music Education</h3>
<p>This degree is a liberal arts degree that completes that core curriculum like all other majors on campus. Students in this degree program gain a solid foundation in music education while also having the benefit of a liberal arts curriculum.</p>
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<h2>Why Study Music Education at 析按壇蝕襲利?</h2>
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<li>We are an undergraduate-focused program, meaning that you will get close attention from our faculty with many opportunities to practice your teaching under expert guidance. There are no graduate students with whom to compete for these experiences.</li>
<li>Build personal connections with the faculty, leading to continued mentoring beyond graduation.</li>
<li>We have strong and active student chapters of the&nbsp;American Choral Directors Association, the&nbsp;National Association for Music Education,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Minnesota Band Directors Association,&nbsp;and the&nbsp;American String Teachers Association.&nbsp;These chapters allow for student leadership and foster the type of professional experiences that will lead to successful and active careers in teaching.</li>
<li>Our students bring out the best in each other on a professional and personal level.</li>
<li>The amount of time spent teaching other students both on our campus and in the community is second to none.</li>
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<p><strong>Graduate Studies:</strong> Earn a  through 析按壇蝕襲利 Graduate &amp; Continuing Studies.&nbsp;</p></div>