Whether you aspire to be a performer, songwriter, private music teacher, cross-cultural missionary or church musician, CIU’s Music program can help you achieve your goals. The Music program at Columbia International University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in music, enabling them to develop and refine the skills necessary for success in any area of music.
Studying Music at CIU enables you to:
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CIU is grounded in a Christian worldview that integrates faith and music, preparing students to use their musical gifts in a way that honors God and serves others.
The Music program offers personalized instruction with a low student-to-faculty ratio. This enables students to receive one-on-one attention and feedback from experienced and accomplished faculty members who are passionate about teaching.
CIU’s program offers a variety of performance opportunities, including ensemble performances, recitals and master classes. These experiences allow students to develop their performance skills and gain valuable real-world experience.
In addition to the undergraduate core and other related courses, here is a glimpse at a few of the courses you will be taking in this program.
For a full list of courses related to this program, visit the Academic Catalog at one of the options below:
In this course, you will discover the music of various cultures from around the world and will investigate current efforts and apply biblical guidelines to the development of ethnic hymnody.
Practical training in directing music ensembles. Development of basic conducting techniques with emphasis on musical interpretation of selected works. Includes ensemble management, score study, rehearsal techniques, and performance techniques.
This is a seminar in which you will explore a specific area of music in greater depth. Includes topics that address current developments and/or special-interest topics in Music. This course aims at developing both an in-depth understanding of the content area but will also aim to develop your thinking and application skills.
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