» Department of Fine and Performing Arts
The music program at Northwest presents exceptional undergraduate education that focuses on fine-tuning students into a master of their craft.
The music program focuses on developing an elevated level of musicianship, offering majors in music and music education. Bachelor’s degrees are available in music or music with an emphasis choice of audio production, business or wellness. Bachelor of Music Education degrees cover K-12 general and instrumental music or K-12 general and vocal music.
Northwest has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1969.
March 28, 5 p.m.
Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building, Charles Johnson Theater
March 30, 3 p.m.
Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building, Charles Johnson Theater
Music by Teleman
March 31, 5 p.m.
Ron Houston Center for the Performing Arts, Mary Linn Auditorium
April 1, 7 p.m.
Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building, Charles Johnson Theater
Sponsored by Department of Fine and Performing Arts and the Missouri Arts Council
April 10-12, 7:30 p.m., April 13, 2 p.m.
Theatre Northwest presents “Pride and Prejudice: A New Musical”
April 19, 1 p.m.
Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building, Charles Johnson Theater
Our Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) program offers vocal or instrumental music education majors. The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in music program offers a comprehensive major or emphases in audio production, business and wellness. Additionally, a music minor is available.
“What I enjoy most about studying music at Northwest is having opportunities to practice the skills I learn and gain experiences to prepare me for my future. Northwest has lots of chances to enhance your abilities and the professors are always willing to help you when you need it.”
Coy Kirby
Instrumental Music Education
Instrumental ensembles include the Bearcat Marching Band, Bearcat Pep Band, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Studio Jazz Ensemble and chamber ensembles.
