BM in Guitar Performance
Guitar Performance at Liberty University uniquely equips you as a skilled performer and music practitioner.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August
Tuition Fee
$23,800 per year
Location
Lynchburg, United States
About the program
Learn from courses in applied music studies, conducting, music technology, improvisation studies, and contemporary styles survey with Guitar Performance at Liberty University.
Prepare for a successful career in guitar performance. Study with our world-class, residential, guitar faculty. With the Guitar Performance (B.M.) degree, you’ll graduate with the technique, skills, and performance capabilities required to have a successful career in music.
You will study core curriculum in harmonic practices and theory, commercial music, orchestration, and music history. As you get into the core guitar performance courses in this degree, you’ll have the opportunity to participate in ensembles with our worship choir, University Chorale and Concern Choir. These opportunities provide hands-on experience playing with others, preparing you for a variety of jobs like performing with an orchestra or entering the recording industry.
Courses included
- Classical Guitar Ensemble
- Applied Music: Guitar
- Commercial Improvisation Techniques
- Guitar Literature
- Guitar Pedagogy
Career Opportunities
- Church Musician
- Instrumental Soloist
- Performing/Recording Artist
- Product Demonstrator
- Theater Musician
Minimum requirements
Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors:
- Cumulative (unweighted) GPA from high school or college
- GED scores (if applicable)
- Consistency and trends of grades
- Results from the SAT, ACT, or CLT
- Essay submission
50% of admitted students come from within the following mid-ranges:
- High School GPA: 3.15-3.83
- SAT (ERW* and math only): 1020-1220
- ACT composite: 20-27