Develop your passion for music while learning how to inspire the next generation as a music educator. This program combines rigorous training with hands-on teaching experience, preparing you to share the transformative power of music in classrooms across the nation.
Locations
- Statesboro Campus
Why Study Music Education at Georgia Southern?
Earning your Bachelor’s of Music in Music Education from Georgia Southern University means learning from a legacy of over 110 years in teacher training excellence. Here, you’ll gain hands-on experience starting from your second year, working in local schools and performing with award-winning ensembles.
Our curriculum combines a strong foundation in music theory and pedagogy with practical teaching skills, preparing you for P-12 certification and a full semester of student teaching. With guidance from nationally and internationally acclaimed faculty, you’ll develop the skills to inspire the next generation of musicians and lead successful programs in some of the best schools across the state.
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What Can You Do With a Degree in Music Education?
A Music Education degree from Georgia Southern opens doors to a rewarding career—from teaching music in elementary, middle, or high schools, to directing school bands, orchestras, and choirs.
You’ll graduate equipped to inspire and educate students, share the transformative power of music, and foster a lifelong appreciation for the arts. A Music Education degree also provides a foundation for advanced studies or roles in music administration, curriculum development, and community arts organizations, making it a versatile pathway for those passionate about shaping the future of music education.
Where our graduates work:
- Education
- Churches
- Cultural Centers
- Music Production
- Film and Television
- Media and Journalism
What our graduates do:
- Arts/Music Management
- K-12 Band Teacher
- Composer/Conductor
- Choral Director
- Concert Promoter
- Producer/Mixer
- Music Writer
What You’ll Learn
You’ll engage in a dynamic curriculum that equips you with essential teaching methods and musical expertise. You’ll also delve into the principles of pedagogy, exploring innovative strategies to inspire and instruct students across diverse musical backgrounds.
Your studies at GS will encompass a comprehensive understanding of music theory, history, and performance, all while participating in award-winning ensembles. From your first semester, you’ll gain practical experience through fieldwork in local schools, allowing you to apply your knowledge in real classroom settings.
By the end of your program, you’ll be well-prepared to cultivate a passion for music in your future students, ensuring their success in the arts.
Concentrations
Find your Music Education focus with a concentration. From Choral to Instrumental, your curriculum will be tailored to your unique career goals.
Choral Concentration
Learn to teach people to sing, from music theory to choral direction methodologies.
See The Choral CurriculumInstrumental Concentration
Learn to teach people to play instruments, from theory to technique to teaching methodologies.
See the Instrumental CurriculumBuild Your Experience
The Fred and Dinah Gretsch School of Music is committed to a strong outreach program that provides music education, cultural awareness, and musical opportunities to the local community and greater southeast Georgia region.
American Choral Directors Association (ACDA)
The ACDA Collegiate chapter provides professional and collegial contacts for choral music education students.
Kappa Kappa Psi
Kappa Kappa Psi is a fraternal organization that promotes the advancement of college and university bands through dedicated service and support to bands; comprehensive education; leadership opportunities; and recognition; for the benefit of its members and society. The Nu Kappa chapter was installed in 2014.
National Association for Music Education (NAfME) Collegiate Chapter
The mission of NAfME, the National Association for Music Education, is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all. NAfME has more than 75,000 members nationwide and serves students and teachers at all levels of music education. Music Education majors are expected to join NAfME for a small cost each year, and this membership includes a joint membership with Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA). As members, students receive the professional publications Georgia Music News, Teaching Music, and Music Educators Journal. They also attend the annual GMEA Conference held in Savannah, for a significantly reduced conference fee. The Collegiate Chapter participates in several community outreach events each year, including Instrument Petting Zoos and working with local school music programs.
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia is a national fraternal society founded in 1898. The fraternity works to promote “the mutual welfare and brotherhood of musical students” and “the advancement of music in America.” The Zeta Omicron chapter is the oldest Greek letter organization at Georgia Southern, having been chartered in 1953.
Pi Kappa Lambda
This national honor society in music is open to junior, senior, and graduate music majors. In addition to scholarship, all students who are elected to the society must be considered to have outstanding musicianship. The Iota Pi chapter was inaugurated in 2005.
Sigma Alpha Iota
Sigma Alpha Iota is an international music fraternity for women. Founded in 1903, SAI and its members are proud of their strong heritage, supporting the art of music. The Gamma Theta chapter was installed in 1958.
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Follow these steps to complete the Georgia Southern application:
- Create an application account.
- Complete our online application using the PIN you received after creating your application account.
- Once complete, pay the $30 application fee or upload a valid fee waiver. Previous Georgia Southern applicants and dual enrollment students do not need to pay the fee.
You can check your application status at My.GeorgiaSouthern.edu/admissions three days after completing your application. This page contains live information about your admission status, including a checklist of missing documents we need to make a decision.
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Ready to develop your passion for music while learning how to inspire the next generation as a music educator? Learn more about earning your Bachelor’s in Music Education at Georgia Southern University.
Contact Us
Fred and Dinah Gretsch School of Music
P.O. Box 8052
Statesboro, GA 30460
music@georgiasouthern.edu
Dr. Laura Stambaugh
912-478-5845
lstambaugh@georgiasouthern.edu