Music Programs
This is where musicians become everything they’ve dreamed.
Our degrees and minors span all realms of music, from education to performance to therapy.
Music Minor
The music minor is for students who want to explore the field of music while majoring in another area. You’ll get to customize your curriculum to realize your own musical and creative potential.
Program
Highlights
Program Highlights
- Perform as a soloist or collaborating musician
- A prestigious Purdue education
career and salary data
How far will you go?
*General labor market and salary data are provided by Lightcast via O*NET and may not represent the outcomes experienced by Purdue Fort Wayne graduates in these programs. Purdue Fort Wayne graduates in these programs may earn salaries substantially different or less than the amounts listed. Salary and employment outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, education, and opportunities for employment that are outside Purdue Fort Wayne’s control. Purdue Fort Wayne does not guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement.
Accreditation
Purdue University Fort Wayne is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music and the American Music Therapy Association.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this minor, students will be able to demonstrate the following learning outcomes:
- Knowledge of music theory sufficient to analyze basic musical forms and structures and to relate theoretical concepts to sound
- Basic performance ability as ensemble members or soloists
- Knowledge of the history and literature of at least one era or style of music, including its social, political, and cultural contexts
- Music Producer
- Professional Performer
- Session Musician
- Songwriter/Composer
- Sound Designer
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