Music
Musical Excellence at ¹ú²ú̽»¨
Imagine your impact when you’re immersed in comprehensive music training at New Hampshire’s only public liberal-arts college. This is your opportunity to cultivate your artistic talent while tapping into career pathways where you can put your passion to work.
Our personalized faculty mentorship and inclusive community offer a rigorous, conservatory-level curriculum accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). With 80 events per year, 20+ ensembles, and countless one-on-one lessons that span all vocal and instrumental categories, you can find your unique beat here and make it resonate.
Major
With five distinct, fully accredited degrees in music (by the National Association of Schools of Music), we are committed to developing every single student’s viewpoint, making new, interesting sounds on and off-stage.
Minor
Motivated to enrich your musical prowess in harmony with your other educational goals? At Keene State, Music minors are in tune with our dynamic, robust programs that finesse exceptional skills instrumental both in the world of sound and a score of related professions.
Programs of Study
Audition Early
Each student applying to ¹ú²ú̽»¨ as a music major or minor must pass an audition with a member of the music faculty. To ensure eligibility for appropriate financial assistance, we encourage you to apply and audition early in the year.
For information about auditions, or to sign up for an audition through our online portal, please visit our Auditions Portal.
Geoff Edwards '18
Looking Forward
With a 100% placement rate over the last 8 years, a music degree from ¹ú²ú̽»¨ will prepare you for graduate school or other continuing study as well as careers in: performance, composition, teaching, audio engineering, sound design, and more.
Choosing ¹ú²ú̽»¨ means investing in a music education that will open the door to diverse artistic and professional opportunities.
Collaborative Opportunities
- Music at Keene State extends into our wider local community with area organizations such as MoCo Arts and Apple Hill Center for Chamber Music.
- Broaden your musical horizons with presentations, masterclasses, and lessons from visiting global guest artists.
- Kappa Pi chapter of Pi Kappa Lambda, the national music honor society, keeps the beat moving for our highest-achieving students and many of our faculty.
- Become involved with active student chapters of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA), and Music Teachers National Association (MTNA).
Contact the Music Department
music@keene.edu
603-358-2177
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Contact Admissions
Admissions Office
603-358-2276
229 Main Street
Keene, New Hampshire 03435