音乐教育

SMU is located in the heart of Dallas, a vibrant city and major cultural center. 结果是, you will not only have access to all the advantages of being a student in the Division of 音乐 at this prominent university, but will be within easy reach of more than 500 cultural events a year. 的 faculty of the 梅多斯艺术学院 is committed to the highest standards of teaching and to active professional participation in music performance and research. Students benefit from the broad experience of our faculty, our rehearsal and performance facilities, 哈蒙艺术图书馆, 我们的来访艺术家, and the thriving culture of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. 的 quality of instruction at Meadows is superlative and is further augmented by world-renowned ensembles and exceptional opportunities.

Bachelor of 音乐 with Teacher Certification

的 Bachelor of 音乐 with Teacher Certification program prepares undergraduates for teaching careers in early childhood through 12th grade music programs. This program balances theoretical knowledge with practical experiences in public schools to develop leaders in the field of music education. 的 music education faculty bring significant years of successful public school teaching experience to their courses, providing students with knowledge and experiences in teaching methodologies and practices that reflect the most current research in the field of music teaching and learning. Unique to this degree are performance-level musicianship standards. Conservatory-level music experiences, research-proven teaching methodologies, and a strong liberal arts education combine to produce exceptional teachers who are equipped to become leaders in the field. This degree can be completed in four years. Certification is for comprehensive music, early childhood – 12th grade.

If you have not had an opportunity to study music theory in high school, we recommend working through Fundamentals for the Aspiring 音乐ian by Frank and Metz, published by Routledge.

View additional information on undergraduate admissions and how to apply here.

Master of 音乐 in 音乐教育

的 Master of 音乐 in 音乐教育 degree at SMU is flexible and designed to prepare teachers to continue their career as exemplary teachers, to become educational leaders in public or private schools, or to undertake further studies at the doctoral level, positioning them to become leaders in their field. 的 degree may be earned in the traditional four semesters or in a part-time program designed for the student who may be employed full-time as a music educator. A minimum of 30 credits is required for completion of the degree, composed of courses in music education history and philosophy, 研究设计, 音乐的历史, 音乐理论, as well as additional coursework in the area of a student’s specialty. Students may choose an elementary music, choral, instrumental, piano pedagogy, or string pedagogy concentration.

View additional information on graduate admissions and how to apply here.

的re is no audition requirement for the graduate program, but an interview should be scheduled with Dr. 莎拉·艾伦.

Scholarships and Financial Assistance

All undergraduate applicants are automatically considered for academic merit and artistic scholarships by applying to SMU and to Meadows. View additional information on the undergraduate financial aid and scholarship process here.

Graduate financial assistance is available through merit scholarships, graduate assistantships, 以及勤工俭学的职位. 的 FAFSA is required for work-study and graduate assistantships. Professional music educators employed in public or private schools are eligible to participate in the Master Educator plan, which offers credit at a significantly reduced tuition rate.

For more information, email the Meadows Admission Office at meadowsadmission@julihui168.com 或致电214-768-3217.