Bachelor of Music Major in Music Composition

University of the Pacific

Music Composition provides students with both a strong understanding and a working knowledge of the creative and technical aspects of music. The Bachelor of Music in Composition often leads to graduate study in composition but can also give direct access to work in the music industry.Students must complete a minimum of 120 units with a Pacific cumulative and program grade point average of 2.0 in order to earn the bachelor of music degree with a major in music composition.Program Learning OutcomesCommunicate with Collaborators. Communicate clearly and effectively with performers, artistic collaborators, and audiences.Demonstrate Technical Skills. Express detailed and original musical ideas in musical notation and other appropriate means of transmission.Apply Music Technology. Gain fluency and produce original work in music notation software, digital audio workstations, and related music technology.Analyze and Synthesize. Analyze model compositions and apply structural concepts to original creative work.Practice Artistic Independence. Develop a self-sustaining composing routine and independently produce new compositions from concept to finished product.

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