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Compose Your Future
The Music Composition, B.M., involves an in-depth study of the craft and art of composing music. Hone your craft in one-on-one lessons to review works in progress, discuss relevant repertoire and current compositional trends, and prepare for a final concert.
Music Composition Curriculum and Courses
Coursework includes one-on-one applied music lessons, ensemble performance, and courses in music theory and music history. Composition majors work directly with student musicians and guest performers and with Composition faculty to realize new works effectively in a concert setting.
- MUS 101 Theory of Music 1
- MUS 100 Ensemble
- MUS 211 History of Western Music
- MUS 406 Advanced Analysis
- MUS 494 Senior Recital
Additional Opportunities for Music Composition Majors
The Department of Music at Miami University is a vibrant community of scholars, performers, and educators. You can broaden your horizons through several enrichment opportunities.
Ensembles
All Performance and Composition majors are required to be in a large ensemble each semester. However, there are additional opportunities to be explored, such as Jazz Ensemble, Steel Band, and, our newly created, Laptop Ensemble.
Competitions
Winners of the Concerto Competition are invited to perform with the Symphony Orchestra, while finalists in the Undergraduate Artist Competition receive cash awards. Demonstrate your excellence in performance through these competitive opportunities.
Facts and Stats
Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.
First-to-second year retention
Miami University Data
Among Public Universities in the United States for Four-Year Graduation Rate
OIRE
of 2021 CCA graduates employed or pursuing advanced degrees within six months of graduation
Miami University Data
This is Where Your Journey to Miami University Begins
Explore what it means to be a college student at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, where students prepare to go anywhere and everywhere. We’ll be here to help every step of the way as you prepare for college admission, enrollment, and success.
Contact Us
Per Bloland, DMA
Associate Professor
Presser Hall 111
Oxford, OH 45056
513-529-0584
blolanpa@MiamiOH.edu