At 勛圖厙, music is about more than performance���it's about building your skills as a musician, creator and collaborator. You���ll study music theory, history, and technique while developing your unique voice, whether you���re passionate about classical, jazz, commercial music, or music technology. Our programs prepare you to thrive in today���s music industry, on stage, in the studio, or behind the scenes.
About Music at FAU
勛圖厙 Atlantic���s Department of Music stands out for its blend of tradition and innovation. You���ll learn from dedicated faculty who are active performers, composers and scholars. The Commercial Music program is especially distinctive, offering hands-on experience with FAU���s own record label, Hoot/Wisdom Recordings LLC, and internships that connect you directly to the music business. Our students perform in a wide range of ensembles and have access to state-of-the-art facilities on a vibrant, coastal campus.
Degrees Offered at 勛圖厙 Atlantic
Undergraduate Degrees
- Bachelor of Arts in Music
- Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music (Music Business, Music Composition, Music Technology)
- Bachelor of Music Education (Instrumental and Choral)
- Bachelor of Music in Music Performance (Classical Guitar Performance, Percussion Performance, Piano Performance and Pedagogy, String Performance, Vocal Performance, Wind and Brass Performance)
Graduate Degrees
- Master of Music - Choral Conducting
- Master of Music - Commercial Music
- Master of Music - Composition
- Master of Music - Instrumental Performance
- Master of Music - Piano Performance
- Master of Music - Voice Performance
- Master of Music - Wind Conducting
Minors
- Minor in Music
- Minor in Commercial Music
- Minor in Arts and Performance Entrepreneurship
Combined Degree Programs (4+1)
- Bachelor of Arts + Master of Nonprofit Management
- Bachelor of Music in Commercial Music Business + Master of Nonprofit Management
- Bachelor of Music + Master of. Nonprofit Management
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Educational Objectives & Student Outcomes
2. Gain a comprehensive understanding of music theory, history, and literature.
3. Build practical skills for careers in performance, teaching, composition, or the music industry.
4. Engage in collaborative music-making through ensembles and real-world projects.
2. Apply knowledge of music theory and history in analysis and creative work.
3. Communicate effectively as a musician, both individually and in groups.
4. Use technology and business practices relevant to today’s music industry.
5. Prepare for advanced study or immediate entry into music-related careers.

Catherine Briggs, Ph.D, Prof.
Adjunct Professor
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music
Boca Raton Campus

Marc Decker, Ph.D., DMA
Associate Professor of Music | Associate Director of Bands/Director of Athletic Bands
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters

Patricia Fleitas, Ph.D., DMA
Professor
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music

Laura Joella, Ph.D., DMA
Professor of Music | Director of Orchestral Studies
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters

Alexander Magalong, Ph.D.
Adjunct Professor | Interim Director, Orchestral Studies
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music
Boca Raton Campus

Cliff McCue, Ph.D.
Professor and BPM and BPSA Program Coordinator
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
School of Public Administration

Kyle Mechmet
Adjunct Professor of Saxophone
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music

Marlena Niewczas
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music

Kyle Prescott, Ph.D.
DMA The University of Texas | Director of Bands | Professor of Music
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music

David Rossow, M.A.
Senior Instructor
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters

Stacie Rossow, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Associate Chair, Department of Music, Associate Director of Choral and Vocal Studies
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music

Kevin Wilt, Ph.D.
Chair, Department of Music | Associate Professor | Composer-in-Residence
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters

Laura Winters, MM
Adjunct Instructor
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music

Michael Zager, Ph.D.
Professor
Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts & Letters
Music
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