Sacred Music (B.M.)
The Music of the Divine
Why Earn a Degree in Sacred Music from ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ University?
As a student in the Sacred Music (B.M.) Program at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ, you will complete the liberal arts and music core curriculums along with your Sacred Music courses. You'll be prepared to move forward into your career after graduation through:
- Courses in theology, liturgy, hymnology, organ literature and pedagogy (the teaching of music), service playing and improvisation.
- A yearly series of workshops, recitals and master classes.
- Study of voice, piano and organ as well as participation in various ensembles (including a handbell component).
- Access to professional performance and and practice spaces in our state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center.
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ also offers Certificates in Sacred Music:
- Sacred Music Certificate
- Sacred Music Postbaccalaureate Certificate (for students who have already earned a bachelor's degree)
Audition
An audition is required to be admitted into ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ Music Programs in addition to being accepted to the university. Click here for more information on the audition process and requirements.
Ensembles
A variety of large and specialized ensembles are available for both music and non-music majors at ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ University. All music majors participate in ensembles as a part of the major.
Careers
¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ University's Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) will work with you to create your resumé, prepare you for interviews and help you make meaningful connections with professionals in your field of interest - throughout your education and after you've graduated.
Admissions & Aid
At ¶¶Òõ¶ÌÊÓƵ University, we offer streamlined admissions requirements and a comprehensive aid program.
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Faculty
Jason Allison
Instructor of Horn
David Anderson
Instructor of Music Theory, Staff Accompanist
Lisa Bleil
Coordinator of Commercial Music Ensemble Vocalists, Instructor of Voice
Mark A. Boyle
Director of Choral and Vocal Activities, Associate Professor of Music, Voice
Kathleen Campbell
Professor of Music, Saxophone, Woodwind Chamber Ensembles, Aural Theory, Keyboard Strategies
Louise Daniels
Instructor of Oboe
Ted DiSanti
Coordinator of Commercial Music, Associate Professor of Music, Trumpet
George Elliott
Instructor of Double Bass
Patrick Forsyth
Sinfonia Director
Laurie Fox
Coordinator of Music Therapy, Associate Professor of Music Therapy
Cara Garofalo
Instructor of Violin
Thomas Glovier
Instructor of Commercial Music, Jazz Piano, and Jazz Theory
Ronald Heid
Instructor of Percussion
Jacqueline Herbein
Instructor of Musician Wellness
Grace Houde
Instructor of Bassoon
Sharon Kampe
Instructor of Worship Arts and Campus Ministry
Edward M. Kuhn, Jr.
Music Department Chair, Associate Professor of Music, Piano
Michael Long
Coordinator of Sacred Music, Assistant Professor of Music, Organ, Director of Music Ministry, University Organist
Kelly Lynch
Instructor of Voice, World Music, Opera Workshop
Christopher M. Marra
Director of Instrumental Activities, Assistant Professor of Music, Euphonium
Algirdas Matonis
Instructor of Trombone, Euphonium, and Tuba
Sarah McMeekin
Assistant Professor of Music, Music Therapy
Josie Merlino
Instructor of Music History and Piano; Staff Accompanist
Maureen Miller
Instructor of Voice
Raymond Myers
Instructor of Guitar
Amanda Sage
Instructor of Flute
Crystal Stryker
Instructor of Voice
Lisa Thackrah
Instructor of Clarinet
Jessica Vaughan-Marra
Coordinator of Music Education, Assistant Professor of Music, Oboe
Stephen Weiss
Instructor of Viola