APPLIED PERCUSSION STUDIES AND DEGREE PROGRAMS

Undergraduate Percussion students who wish to major in the field of music at Valdosta State University may choose from two degrees. The Bachelor of Music is a professional music degree and is available with majors either in music education or in the applied music performance area. Students who elect and qualify by audition for the performance degree may also select the Jazz Performance area. The Bachelor of Music degree in music education meets the requirements for T-4 teacher certification in the field of music in the state of Georgia. The Bachelor of Arts with a major in music is a liberal arts degree and is offered by the Department of Music in conjuction with the College of Arts and Sciences. The Master of Music degree in Percussion Performance and the Master of Music Education degree is also available for students who are interested in graduate study. Percussion instruction is also available, subject to demand, for the non-music major who wishes to develop a music aptitude for personal enrichment. Valdosta State University is a member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

Within the framework of an outstanding department of music, the applied percussion student receives a comprehensive four year study in applied music through private lessons, percussion ensemble, percussion studio classes, recitals, ensembles, and masterclasses. Each student receives a rigorous training and experience in technique, solo repertoire, orchestral repertoire, jazz, small ensembles, and large ensemble experiences gained from the Steel Drum Band, Percussion Ensemble, Orchestra, Concert Band, Jazz Combo, Jazz Big Band, Marching Band, and pep band. All percussion students have an opportunity to participate in all ensembles every semester in residence. Diversity is stressed for all percussion students.

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