Music (BM): Vocal Performance

Degree: BM Mode of study: On-Campus Location: Main Campus
Degree Type
Bachelor's Degree
Program Type
Undergraduate
Location
Main Campus - Cape
College
Arts & Media
Department
Music
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Choir members sing on stage during a vocal rehearsal in Shuck Recital Hall.

Find your voice on stage: You’ll do that here.

A vocal performance degree will prepare you to perform professionally or create new music in the classical, electronic or avant-garde traditions. And, with a variety of vocal ensembles to hone your craft, you’ll sound good when you do. 

What You’ll Do  

As a vocal performance major at Southeast, you’ll work in applied music study, music theory and analysis, music history, and gain experience through performance ensembles. 

  • Interact with nationally recognized performing artists and educators. 
  • Attend classes on Southeast’s River Campus, a campus solely dedicated to the arts. 
  • Gain performance experience through ensembles. 
  • Study in a program that is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. 

What Can You Do with a Degree in Vocal Performance?

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time. 

Grdauate School Opportunities of Recent Graduates

  • Illinois State University
  • Indiana University
  • Longy School of Music
  • Middle Tennessee State University
  • University of Florida
  • University of Kansas
  • University of Louisville
  • University of Nebraska Lincoln
  • University of Northern Colorado
  • University of South Florida
  • University of Southern Illinois Carbondale
  • University of Tennessee
  • Washington University
  • Western Illinois University

Internship Opportunities of Recent Graduates

  • Fort Collins Opera
  • Harrow International School, Beijing, China
  • Paducah (KY) Symphony
  • St. Louis Symphony
  • Youth Excellence on Stage–Middle East

Orchestra Position Opportunities of Recent Graduates

  • Kansas City Symphony
  • Paducah (KY) Symphony
  • St. Louis Philharmonic Orchestra
  • Memphis Symphony

Teaching Position Opportunities of Recent Graduates

  • Belt Valley Public Schools (MT)
  • Cape Girardeau (MO) Public Schools
  • Columbia (MO) Public Schools
  • Ft. Zumwalt School District (MO)
  • O’Fallon (MO) Public Schools
  • Perryville (MO) Public Schools
  • Prescott Unified School District (AZ)
  • Santa Fe (NM) Public Schools
  • Sikeston (MO) Public Schools
  • St. Louis (MO) Public Schools

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Outcomes & Careers

  • $62k

    Composer

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a composer is $62,590. 

  • $54k

    Sound Technician

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a sound technician is $54,160. 

  • $62k

    Music Director

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual salary for a music director is $62,590. 

What You'll Study

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The vocal performance curriculum includes core coursework to prepare you for a career in music. You’ll complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete this degree, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours.

 

What will it cost?

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Opportunities in Music at SEMO

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  • a bachelor of music instructor teaches a vocal performance student
  • bachelor of music in vocal performance students sing in front of an audience
  • vocal performance music degree students sing together during a performance
  • a music major in vocal performance practices

Getting the Job

Your education is just one piece to launching an extraordinary career. Once you’ve mastered the material, you still have to find the job you want, make the right connections, sell your knowledge and experience—and if all this is giving you anxiety, don’t panic. SEMO’s Career Services office is here to help you with the next step. They’ll provide the expertise and support you need, so you’re landing your dream job in no time.

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  • Yamaha Institution of Excellence Logo

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