Music Education
Explore the core of teaching young learners in instrumental and vocal arts, Pre-K to 12th grade. You gain hands-on experience through performance observations and interactions with real classrooms in local schools. Encourage students with your gift of performing and your love of teaching.
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Lead Future Musicians
Music is fun, soulful and impactful. As a Music educator, you can use your knowledge of music to help students develop their own talents. Find your prelude to music theory, piano skills, composition and methods. Our professional musicians help you use your skills to encourage young music lovers.
You practice your own craft while learning effective teaching methods. Our program is innovative in its approach, incorporating musical challenges and immersive student teaching experiences in local schools. Explore leadership in our ensembles and student organizations to further build your résumé.
Harmony is Key in Our Piano Lab
Refine your piano and keyboard skills in our modern lab, designed to support both individual practice and collaborative learning. With multiple workstations and flexible pairing options, your instructor will guide you in targeting your strengths and expanding your musical abilities.
University Transfer and Future Career Options
Our program is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of a Music Education career. Once you earn your associate degree, you have transfer options to build on your Butler experience.
Your Music Education degree can lead you to a future in careers like:
- Designer
- Ceramic artist
- Illustrator
ADMC Scholarships
You can apply for our books and in-state tuition scholarships, no matter your degree major.
Box Office
To reserve tickets for our Fine Arts performances, view our box office information here.
Classes You'll Take
These are some examples of courses in our Music Education program.
- Group Piano
- Applied Voice or Instrument
- Introduction to Teaching and Music Education
Music Education (Associate of Arts)
Score with Music Education Opportunities
Musical Leadership
Join our Collegiate National Association for Music Education (C-NAfME) chapter to become involved with an active and growth-focused organization.
Earn a Performance-Based Scholarship
Take advantage of our books and in-state tuition scholarships in music, theatre, art and mass communications. The best part? You can be any major and still be a scholarship candidate.
Musical Accompaniment with the Best Company
We encourage you to audition for and participate in our small ensembles, College Band or Chorus.
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