Music Education
Why Pursue Music Education?
Music can inspire, spark curiosity, and even expand educational opportunities for young minds. Whether in elementary school, middle grades, or high school, students who undertake music education are proven to have brighter futures and better experiences in their academic careers. Yet it requires an experienced and knowledgeable teacher to fulfill a music education role – and Piedmont University can expertly prepare you for a career teaching music to students in grades PK-12.
Piedmont music education graduates have opportunities for careers as studio and classroom teachers, professional performers, conductors, arts administrators, and church musicians. Our world-class faculty have extensive experience on the stage, in the classroom, and the studio, and their students have placed or won at state, regional, and national competitions. We also have a 100 percent job placement rate for our music education graduates.
How a Piedmont Music Education Degree Helps You
A music education degree helps you develop both musical expertise and teaching skills, enabling you to instruct and inspire students in various musical disciplines. It also fosters creativity, discipline, and communication, preparing you for careers in schools, community programs, and performance-based educational settings.
- Learn both how to perform and excel in myriad forms of music – and how to teach others how to excel and perform in those forms.
- Earn certification that qualifies you to teach at public or independent school systems in the state of Georgia.
- Study under an expert faculty and in state-of-the-art studios and performance venues.
- Experience the impact that diversity has on schooling and consider the implications on teaching and learning.
Career Opportunities
A music education degree from Piedmont certifies you to teach in grades PK-12 in both public and independent schools in the state of Georgia. A Piedmont degree also opens doors to a wide range of professional opportunities at schools and school systems throughout the state of Georgia. Piedmont music education graduates have also gone on to successful careers in:
A degree in music education equips you with essential teaching skills, a strong foundation in music theory and performance, and practical experience through student teaching, all of which are crucial for effectively instructing private students. It also enhances your credibility, helps you tailor lessons to individual learning styles, and provides networking opportunities to grow your private teaching business.
A degree in music education deepens your understanding of music theory, history, and technique, which enhances your skills and versatility as a performer. It also provides opportunities to collaborate, conduct, and perform in various ensembles, helping you gain practical stage experience and confidence in the performance arts field.
A degree in music education prepares you to lead and arrange music for worship by developing your skills in conducting, vocal/instrumental instruction, and music theory. It also equips you to teach and mentor choir members or worship teams, fostering musical growth within a religious community.
More About Music Education
Learn more about Music Education and the variety of options available to you as a Piedmont student.
The Bachelor of Arts degrees in Music and Music Education provide students with exceptional performance opportunities and training to become leaders in the field. By exploring the exciting world of music at Piedmont University, you will learn, create, and grow in a nurturing and caring environment as you continue your journey to becoming the musician you always dreamed to be – one that works with other students and thus makes an impact on the community, the nation, and the world.
Piedmont University’s $10.1 million Conservatory of Music offers unparalleled opportunity for music education students. This new facility includes a concert hall with adjustable acoustics, acoustically isolated teaching studios, practice rooms, and a digital music suite. Our students experience music like never before and learn in an environment that is second to none. Our six vocal and instrumental ensembles in the department are also highly respected throughout the region. The facility also houses 27 Steinway pianos; a nod to our designation as an All-Steinway School.
Related Programs
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Meet our Faculty
Our faculty are accomplished musicians and dedicated educators who combine their expertise in music theory, performance, and pedagogy to prepare future teachers to lead, inspire, and nurture musical growth in diverse learning environments.
Where do I start?
To begin your journey toward becoming an Music Education student at Piedmont University, you can start by applying today! Or, schedule a campus visit and meet with admissions and financial aid advisors, as well as faculty members in music.