welcome to hartwick music
WHY STUDY MUSIC AT HARTWICK?
You dream of nurturing the next generation of young musical talent. You want to launch an up-and-coming band to stardom. You want to express yourself through classical music or rock out with a band. You want to master an instrument or sing in a choir.
Here’s why our music program stands out:
- Learn directly from and collaborate with experienced professional musicians.
- Master the technical skills and confidence to flourish as a professional musician.
- Seize opportunities to record and perform at prestigious on-campus events, including graduations, and even venture off-campus. Carnegie Hall, anyone?
- Refine your sound and capture your music in our professional on-campus recording spaces.
- Dive into a vast repertoire, from classical masterpieces to cutting-edge contemporary works, even brand-new pieces composed by your peers and instructors.
There are so many exciting ways to put your music studies to work:
- Performer
- Instructor
- Band manager
- Program director
- Instrument and equipment repair
- Music therapist
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:
- To broaden your career opportunities by taking elective courses in chamber music, composition, conducting, production and marketing.
- Pick from over a dozen ensembles—from our wind ensemble, choirs and orchestra to jazz, rock band, a cappella and musical theater—with no scheduling conflicts.
- Add a music business minor to help you better understand the professional side of performing.