Dec 26, 2024  
University Catalog 2023-2024 
    
University Catalog 2023-2024 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Music Performance Instrumental (Major Applied), B.M.


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For more information regarding the Core Curriculum, including a list of courses that satisfy Core Curriculum requirements, click here:  The Core Curriculum .

Music Education majors should note that certification requirements are established by the Louisiana Department of Education and are subject to change.  Students should consult their advisors each semester.  Education majors should consult the Division of Education and Counseling section in this catalog for requirements to be formally admitted into Xavier’s Teacher Education Program.

Freshman Year


Sophomore Year


Junior Year


Senior Year


Summary: Program in Music Performance Instrumental (Major Applied)


Foundations: 13


Explorations: 21


  • African American Heritage and Legacies (3, MUSH 2130 )
  • Creative Expression and Engagement (3)
  • Examined Life (3)
  • Faith and Society (3)
  • Human Behavior (3)
  • Human Past (3)
  • Scientific Reasoning (3)

Music: 75


Free Electives: 7


Total Hours: 122


All majors are required to complete three consecutive semesters of Applied Piano (secondary) prior to taking the Piano Proficiency Examination.

Senior Comprehensive is required for this degree.

Recital Hearing must be approved by the Music Faculty prior to the Junior and Senior Recital.

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