Major in Music Performance

Major

Rehearse for your career with a major in music performance with an emphasis in vocal, piano or instrumental performance.

Gain a solid academic foundation built upon studies in music theory and analysis, music history and performance opportunities in both classical and jazz idioms. In the Bachelor of Arts in Music: Performance, students spend their time rehearsing and practicing for the many performance opportunities at Pacific University.

"I never thought of doing anything other than singing. I don’t have any plans to stop.”

— Samantha Trulock '14

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Music Performance Opportunities

Ensemble participation and solo recitals are essential parts of the plan of study. Receive individualized performance instruction and enjoy state-of-the-art facilities — including a 400-seat recital hall, piano lab with Kawai electronic units, a Mac-based MIDI lab, practice rooms with pianos, a percussion studio and rehearsal space that replicates the recital hall. Perform in a wide range of ensembles and travel with performance groups to major cities in the U.S. and abroad.

Pacific University offers Music Talent Scholarships for incoming students — whether they plan to major in music or anything else! Submit your application and audition materials for the chance to earn $2,000 to $7,000 per year in scholarships!

Next Steps

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Students Take to the Stage for Fall 2021 Dance and Music Performances

The Autumn Choreographers Concert and Jazz Nite are approaching. Get your tickets now for in person and virtual performances!

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New Scholarship Honors Musical Legacy of Pacific Alumnus

A new memorial scholarship will provide financial support to continuing undergraduates and graduate students who are studying to become choral music educators.

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Valedictorian Leiana Petlewski '21: 'We Have the Ability to Create Change in the Name of Hope'

A dance and applied theatre double major, Leiana Petlewski '21 was selected as Pacific’s undergraduate valedictorian for May 2021 Commencement. She also was named the university’s Outstanding Senior in Applied Theatre (along with fellow graduate Julia Peterson ’21), Outstanding Senior in Dance, and Outstanding Senior in the Arts.

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