About the Bachelor of Music in Performance Degree
Why Study Music Performance at Cedarville?
Cedarville’s distinctly Christian Bachelor of Music in performance degree will prepare you for a rewarding career as a performer.
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 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.
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Biblical Worldview
The Bible is the authority for research and study in every class you'll take. -
Mentoring Christian Faculty
You'll be taught by highly-credentialed professors who want you to succeed. -
Top Placement Rates
Our graduates achieve top career and grad school placement rates — 10% above the national average.
Program Overview
Program Highlights
Specialized - You will choose an instrumental, piano, or vocal concentration.
Expert Faculty - Faculty members will provide you with the highest level of studio instruction and mentoring. Excellent
Preparation - You will be equipped with general knowledge of the music literature in your performance area.
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.
Placement Success
We’re proud of our successful graduates! 100% of 2020 graduates from the Department of Music and Worship were employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation. Check out Cedarville's other placement rates.
Program Curriculum
Building on your general education liberal arts and Bible minor courses, you will experience four years of intensive, one-on-one private lessons with a professor and take courses in chamber music and the literature of your instrument.
Sample courses:
- Introduction to Music Literature
- Music Philosophy and Aesthetics
The CUinClass video project was originally filmed during the COVID-19 pandemic to allow virtual visitors to experience Cedarville classes, While students no longer wear masks and guests are welcomed in person, these on-demand videos still provide a great opportunity to hear from our professors and experience academics at Cedarville. View a class that interests you now!
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
- 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
Carlos Elias, M.M.
Professor of Music; Director of University OrchestraContact
- DMC 119
- 937-766-7493
Program News
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Handel's Messiah at Masterworks Concert April 1
Guest conductor Peter Stafford Wilson of the Springfield Symphony Orchestra will join the university orchestra, faculty solo artists, and more than 100 choir members for the event. -
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