About the BA in Music Degree
Why Study Music at Cedarville?
Cedarville’s distinctly Christian Bachelor of Arts in music degree provides a real-world, multi-stylistic, nationally accredited degree that you can design yourself.
At Cedarville University, Bach’s famous phrase “Soli Deo Gloria” — for the glory of God alone — is more than a slogan. It is the mission that drives all that we do to honor the Master Creator through our creativity. Study in our music program, and you will learn from accomplished professors who will mentor and inspire you. Master your skills in our world-class facilities. Experience the preparation you need for your career or graduate school. Cedarville music graduates serve as teachers, composers, studio musicians, and more. Pursue your passion while worshipping the Master Composer at Cedarville University.
This program is also offered as a minor.
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Biblical Worldview
The Bible is the authority for research and study in every class you'll take. -
Mentoring Christian Faculty
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Exceptional Facilities
You'll learn and practice your discipline in state-of-the-art facilities.
Program Overview
Program Highlights
Performance or Research — You can select from two tracks:
- Recital track for those interested in performing a senior recital
- Research track for those interested in presenting a senior capstone project
Customizable — You will choose a primary and secondary concentration to customize your degree to your interests: performance, composition, worship, music history, music technology, jazz and improvisation, or open music studies.
Expandable — General studies credits within the major allow you to add specialized courses from any other academic area.
Future-focused — Ideally suited for a musically talented student who wants to pursue a graduate program that will accept any bachelor's degree (such as law, international studies, or music therapy).
Selective (audition required) — You will be accepted into the music program — and be eligible for a department scholarship — based on a successful audition with music faculty.
Soli Deo Gloria Music Scholarships
Cedarville University offers music scholarships of up to $6,000 per year for students majoring in music. You can combine your music scholarship with Cedarville’s other generous academic and need-based scholarships.
Program Format and Related Programs
Cedarville offers both graduate and undergraduate programs, with flexible completion options. You may also want to consider these related programs as you consider the degree or program that is a best fit for you.
Related Programs
Program Level and Format
- Undergraduate
- Residential
- 3-Year Option
- 4-Year
From Our Students:
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The faculty is one of the biggest blessings of studying music at Cedarville. They are all godly men and women who lead by example for their students in all that they do. Whether they are developing our skills musically or guiding us spiritually, the willingness of the faculty to disciple us and care for us personally is evident in every lesson, class, and concert. I have learned how to humbly pursue excellence, discipline, and creativity for God's glory.
Antonio Muñoz '21 
Program Faculty
Chet Jenkins, DMA
Assistant Professor of Music; Director of Wind Symphony and Jazz BandContact
- DMC 123
- 937-766-7732
Program News
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Cedarville Stories: Loving Well is the Music That Moves Him
Modern-day hymn writer. Famous friends. Creative life. Influencer of the next generation. Singer-songwriter Matt Papa has a lot going for him. But when it comes down to it, it's his faithfulness with those nearest and dearest that really frames his life. -
Worship Culture Creates Songwriting Minor
The new songwriting minor will be offered this fall and include seven classes, four of which are new classes to the music and worship department specifically created for the minor.