Department of Music

*NOTE: The Theatre major, the Music major, the Theatre Education major, the Music Education major, the Theatre minor, and the Music minor will no longer be offered after the 2020-21 academic year. 

If you’re interested in participating in music or theatre, there are numerous performing arts opportunities available, including marching band, numerous choirs, and a vibrant community theatre.
The Fairmont State University Department of Music provides excellent musical instruction for its students through a highly qualified professional staff of performing and teaching professors, a constantly improving and varied curriculum, and a series of sequential musical experiences for students in all music degree programs. The department delivers in exposing music students to many new and innovative educational and musical ideas as well as emphasizing the musical heritage of the past. The music department offers a variety of ensembles, including marching band, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble, African drum and dance ensemble, collegiate singers, and chamber choir. These ensembles regularly perform on campus, at regional events, and on performance tours. 

Department of Music - Scholarship Audition Day - January 31 & February 7, 2020

Register for Scholarship Audition Day HERE!

For audition requirements and to register for an audition, please see the Department of Music Scholarship Page.

January 31, 2020, 2:00-5:00 pm
     2:00-4:00 pm: Auditions
     4:00-5:00 pm: Meeting With Admissions

February 7, 2020, 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
    9:00-10:00 am: Welcome Meeting and Orientation 
    10:00 am- 12:00 pm: Auditions
    12:00-1:00 pm: Lunch (Provided!)
    1:00-2:00 pm: Observe Collegiate Singers
    2:00-3:00 pm: Meeting With Admissions
    3:00-4:00 pm: Observe Wind Ensemble 

Be a Music Major for a Day - Monday, October 14, 2019

Every fall semester we set aside a day in October for prospective students to experience the Department of Music at Fairmont State University. Any student that is considering a major or minor in music is invited to join our department for the day to experience what the Department of music offers its students. Register for the day by completing the online registration form.

Please contact Dr. Alyssa Schwartz with any questions. aschwartz2@fairmontstate.edu

8:30-9:00 a.m. – Registration in Wallman Hall Art Gallery    
9:00 a.m. – Freshman Theory
10:00 a.m. – Admissions introduction and Campus Tour 
11 a.m. – Lunch with the Department of Music Faculty 
12 p.m. – Intro to Piano/Chamber Choir observations 
1 p.m. – Collegiate Choir observation
2 p.m. – Fairmont Faculty Gala Concert
3:15 p.m. – Visit Marching Band rehearsal at the practice field

2019 Falcon Marching Band Registration

The Fairmont State University Falcon Marching Band is currently looking for new members to join us for the 2018 fall semester. Starting this fall, all members of the Falcon Marching Band will receive at least a $300 scholarship for their participation. Please follow the link below to submit your contact information and make sure that you have registered for MUSI 1168 (CRN-10067) when you schedule your classes for the fall semester. All students, regardless of their major, are eligible to participate. 

Music Education Major

Students completing the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Education (pre-k to adult) will be able to seek employment in primary or secondary school as Music Specialists or apply for graduate school.

B.A. in Music Major

Bachelor of Arts degree students will receive in-depth study in music that will prepare them for graduate school and develop skills that will help them attain employment after graduating.

Music Minor

In addition to completing their intended major, Music Minors will develop a greater understanding of music through theory, history, private instruction, and performing ensembles.

Performing Music Ensembles

All music ensembles are open to Fairmont State University and Peirpont Community & Technical College students regardless of their major.

Department of Music Scholarships

Through audition and application, scholarships are available to music majors, minors, and students that participate in performing ensembles.

School of Fine Arts Performance Calendar

The School of Fine Arts present events on and off campus throughout the semester.

Upcoming Department of Music Events

https://www.fairmontstate.edu/schooloffinearts/events-performances
Department of Music
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