Music Program

Missouri S&T music faculty and students talk about the transferable skills you'll develop by participating in our music program and highlight the variety of ensembles and courses we offer.

Music at S&T

We offer students a variety of music ensembles to participate in as well as courses in music appreciation, music history, and music theory and composition. Our faculty-led ensembles include two concert bands, two jazz bands, marching band, two choirs, and an orchestra. 

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PROSPECTIVE STUDENT FORM

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Ensembles

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Minor in Music

The following courses are required to receive a Minor in Music:

1. Students will take three ensemble courses (chosen from band, choir, or orchestra)

2. Students will take twelve credits chosen from the courses below: 

  • Music 1150: Music Understanding and Appreciation (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 1151: Music of Latin America (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 2161: Theory of Music I (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 2162: Theory of Music II (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 3251: History and Analysis of Music I (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 3252: History and Analysis of Music II (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 3253: History of Music for Film (3 credits)
  • MUSIC 2163: Introduction to Composition and Arranging (3 credits)

3. Other courses may be substituted with written permission from the Music Minor Advisor and approval from the Department Chair of ALP. 

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Upcoming Music Events

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Music Faculty

Lorie Francis

Teaching Professor - choir, music theory

Dr. David Samson

Assistant Professor

Dr. Kyle Wernke

Assistant Professor