Music Minor

Music may be chosen as a minor to satisfy bachelor’s degree program requirements with majors in other fields. Students must audition in an applied area for acceptance in the program. A minimum of 18 hours is required, at least 6 of which must be upper-division.

At least 6 hours must be earned at UT Tyler. Students should consult with a music advisor prior to the first semester enrolled to discuss the availability of classes.

Degree Requirements

Musical Performance (6 hours)

  1. Applied Study in Voice or Instrument (MUAP) 2 hours (1 credit each)
  2. Major Ensembles (MUEN) 4 hours

Required Courses (12 hours)

MUSI 1000Recitals, Concerts and Productions

Select 1 of the following** (3 hours total)

MUSI 1306Music Appreciation [TCCN: MUSI 1306]

MUSI 1313History of Rock

MUSI 2300Introduction to World Music

MUSI 2308Music Literature [TCCN: MUSI 1307]

Guided Electives*** (9 hours total)

NOTES:

MUSI 1000 - 4 semesters with grade of CR required

MUSI 2300 - May also count toward University Core requirements.

Guided Electives: 9 hours selected from MUAP, MUEN, and/or MUSI courses with advisor approval. Chose electives carefully to meet the minimum of 6 required upper-division hours. Some Music courses have pre-requisites, and some courses require students to pass an audition before permission will be granted to enroll.