Bachelor of Music in Songwriting

California Baptist University

CBU's songwriting bachelor's program will not just develop their craft as songwriters but understand how this craft can be used in living out the Great Commission. Graduates from CBU's B.M. in Songwriting degree will be active songwriters in the music, film and TV industry, allowing them to impact thousands for Christ.What You'll LearnStudents in CBU's songwriting bachelor's program will learn to: Demonstrate a developed understanding and application of sound and recording technologies in commercial music. Compare and contrast commercial music styles and genres via musical criticism and performance. Critique music industry practices using an ethical and moral lens informed by scripture. Create unique musical artifacts that contribute to artistic and entrepreneurial career aspirations. Analyze the global phenomenon of popular music, historically and socially, and opportunities for careers in commercial music in emerging markets and businesses. Demonstrate facility in use of musical and lyrical best practices and express the individual’s voice. Utilize music technologies in the creation of new songs and works.