If you are interested in minoring in music at Ï㽶´«Ã½, the Conservatory of Music offers several options. 

Students who wish to declare a minor in music must first complete and submit the Change of Program Form. Once admitted to the minor program, each student will be assigned a faculty advisor to direct their course of study.

Private lessons are not guaranteed for music minors, and are contingent upon faculty availability, which may vary each semester. Music minors interested in private lessons must audition for the respective faculty member(s). Before the audition, students should complete this required online .

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Minor in Jazz Studies

If you have an interest in jazz but want to major in another area, this minor is for you. Typically, applicants played in their high school jazz ensemble and want to continue their personal musical development and exploration. Comprising 20 units, the Jazz Studies Minor still gives students the opportunity for applied lessons and participation in ensembles. For specific course requirements, please refer to the University's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music History

This minor is only open to music majors. Students must complete a minimum of 22 units and 7 courses, which include four upper division music history courses, one semester of German, one additional course in the liberal arts and a semester of individualized research. For specific course requirements, please refer to the University's General Catalog.

 

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Minor in Music Theory

This minor is available only to music majors (except Music Composition) as a secondary area to extend knowledge of music, support performance activities or build on your compositional interests. Students must complete a minimum of 22 units and 7 courses, which include upper division study in music analysis, counterpoint, orchestration and computer music. For specific course requirements, please refer to the University's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music Management

Explore career options in the music and entertainment industries while pursuing any other major area of study. Students must complete a minimum of 20 units and 6 courses, which include two foundational courses and an internship while consulting with the Program Director to choose additional coursework within a range of music management courses that will best match your individual areas of interest. No audition or performance of music is required to earn this minor. For specific course requirements, please refer to the University's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music

This minor is for non-music majors who have an interest and ability in music. Students admitted to the Music Minor program are assigned a faculty advisor to direct their course of study. Students must complete a minimum of 21 units and 10 courses. For specific course requirements, please refer to the University's General Catalog.