Overview

A strong core curriculum of musicianship courses includes music theory, history, literature, pedagogy, ensemble performance, and applied study.

These courses develop the student’s abilities and prepare them to perform in a plethora of venues and genres such as symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, armed forces ensembles, musical theaters, opera and countless entertainment venues.

As a musician in the 21st Century, this Music Performance - Instrumental degree from Colorado Mesa University also seeks to create excellent performers who “create their own future and not simply enter a future that’s been created for them.” A second goal of this programme is to train musicians with current skills so they have the ability to make their own opportunities, shape their careers like entrepreneurs, produce their own performances, collaborate with artists from other genres and art forms and perform at a high artistic level.

Training in the follow areas will assist performers to create a meaningful career in music: Creating and Leveraging a Personal Network, Developing and Executing an Action Plan, Identifying Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Music and the Creative Sector, Interdisciplinary Collaborations, E Marketing your Music, Creating an Artist’s Digital Portfolio, Video Marketing, and Independent Business Website.

Mission

The Colorado Mesa University Career Services provides resources and guidance for students and alumni in their journey toward reaching their career goals. We take an active role in providing career exploration, workshops, events, and on-campus employer visits to encourage students to investigate and gain information while creating their career path. We also help employers make campus connections to build relationships toward meeting their recruitment needs and hiring goals.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Symphonic Literature Pedagogy on your instrument

Intensive private lessons

Adv. Jazz Improvisation

Advanced Conducting

Chamber Ensembles

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Grand Junction, United States

Disciplines

Music Performance View 713 other Bachelors in Music Performance in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Completed Application for Admission

Official high school transcripts or GED scores

SAT I or ACT test scores

$40 application fee – Application Fee waiver available

Letter(s) of recommendation (optional)

Personal Essay (optional)

Auditions are required for all of the music degree and minor programmes at CMU.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21294 USD / year

≈ 21294 USD / year
Out-of-State

22274 USD / year

≈ 22274 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7812 USD / year

≈ 7812 USD / year

Additional Details

WUE / Mountains & Plains Residents $11,955.60 per year

Living costs

Grand Junction

United States

950 - 1350 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Students may qualify for scholarships of up to $9,000 per year, depending on their profile.

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Scholarships Information

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