Instrumental Performance : Majors

Bass

Bass students demonstrate a proficiency in accompanying, soloing and group performance in a variety of musical styles.

Drumset majors focus on developing advanced technique, improvisation, reading and musicianship through a wide variety of methods and styles.

Guitar faculty inspire students to realize a variety of musical paths, teaching tradition, diversification and commitment to the instrument.

This innovative program covers the essential elements of Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, West African and Middle East percussion.

Students can major in Percussion only or can elect to create a course of study that includes other areas such as Drumset, Hand Drumming and Vibes.

Piano students have many opportunities to develop instrumental skill and explore improvisational possibilities.

Students in the Saxophone and Woodwind departments possess strong instrumental, improvisational and musicianship skills.

String students have the opportunity to study a wide variety of styles and perform with a vast array of student and professional musicians.

The Trombone faculty at University of the Arts encourage trombonists to be versatile, well-rounded musicians.

The Trumpet department emphasizes development in technique, sound production, sight reading and improvisation.

The Vibraphone department teaches young players how to perform and play in an ever-changing music world.

Saxophone/Woodwind graduates will be prepared to enter the music world as a performer, artist or educator.