Majors and Requirements:

BA AND BFA IN MUSIC

The BA in Music provides a unique general education that trains creative individuals to work in areas such as general performance or compositional techniques, musicology, ethnomusicology and music theory, becoming proficient in academic musical critique and general musical creativity. Courses in musicology and ethnomusicology provide the cultural and historical context needed for proper musical interpretation and creation and are also core courses for developing critical musical skills. Courses in music theory provide a core understanding of the basic principles of musical structures and musicianship that set the stage for musical experimentation and innovation as well as provide the tools for solid analytical skills for musical critique. 

The BFA in Music provides a unique and tailored education that trains creative individuals to excel in performing a musical instrument of their choice, in voice performance, or in other specialized areas of performance, including: music and technology, performance, composition, musical theater, and Black American Music. Courses in musicology and ethnomusicology provide the cultural and historical context needed for proper musical interpretation and creation. Courses in music theory provide a core understanding of the basic principles of musical structures and musicianship that set the stage for musical experimentation and innovation. 

Our undergraduate experience is characterized by small class sizes, personalized mentorship, and a menu of choices for one’s artistic production.

If you have any questions about our programs, please contact us at (504) 865-5267 or music@tulane.edu.

For more information on the application process, please visit the Undergraduate Application Process Page

Lead Professors For Music Pathways

Musical Theater - Professor Laura Waringer
Vocal Performance - Professor Amy Pfrimmer
Piano - Professor Faina Lushtak
Guitar - Professor Javier Olondo
Instrumental Performance & Composition - Professor Barbara Jazwinski
Black American Music Studies - Professor Courtney Bryan

Music and Technology - Professor Rick Snow  

All applied music students, pre-registered or not, are required to register for the private lessons by filling out schedule cards in the Music Office, Dixon Hall, Room 100, during registration week.