• In order to gain admission into the music degree programs, you are required to audition in the spring semester before your entry in the fall

• Be sure that you start your time at Auburn well by regularly meeting with your academic advisors in the college
•  Additionally, all music students are required to see a music advisor every semester in Goodwin Hall

• Use Handshake to explore employers actively hiring in your field and search part-time jobs that can add experience to your résumé.
• In addition to the curricular requirement for solo and group performance, there are many opportunities for music majors to perform beyond the classroom.
• The varied performance opportunities available provide experiences on campus and in the community that build musical confidence and add relevant experience to your resume

• Beginning in the fall of freshman year, all Music and Music Education Majors should take the following four-semester and two-semester sequence classes: Music Theory I, II, III, IV; Music Skills I, II, III, IV; Piano Skills I, II; Functional Piano I, II

Please note that level I and III classes are only offered in the fall and level II and IV classes are only offered in the spring.

• If that first year of study proved especially challenging, seek help early second year
• Take advantage of Study Partners, SI sessions, and the academic coaching in the Office of Academic Support.
• The Miller Writing Center can help with your writing assignments and all other writing assistance you may need.

• Use LinkedIn to identify past graduates in your major and set up informational interviews and shadowing opportunities to gain further understanding of your major in the world of work.

• There are a varying number of required semesters of performance attendance and private lessons (on a major instrument or voice), depending on the degree. BA - 4 semesters; BM - 8 semesters; BME - 6 semesters

• Meet with someone in the University Career Center (UCC) to explore career options and receive individualized assistance
• Bachelor of Music students often pursue graduate school for many areas, including Conducting, Performance, and Music Therapy. If you plan to attend graduate school begin exploring program options during your junior year.

• Music students are encouraged and provided opportunities to teach private or group lessons to young students in the area.

• You should develop appropriate musicianship and performance skills, learn technical aspects of musical construction and knowledge of musical style for your level of experience.

• Ask the UCC for help in preparing your résumé and cover letter

• This is an important year for you to maintain your already accumulated experiences. Continue to stay involved with your already established experiences and finish strong.
• You will need to be able to rely upon your supervisors/clients for quality references.

• Connect with AU alumni and stakeholders to enhance professional opportunities
• Aspiring singers and voice teachers should consider joining the student chapter of the National Association of Teachers of Singing (SNATS).