Music
Music Department
Supporting a Full Complement of
Vocal and Instrumental Performance
About the Program
Located in Music City U.S.A., a music industry capital of the world, the Department of Music offers the Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.) in Music with concentrations in:
- Music Education
- Commercial Music
- Music with no concentration
The Department of Music also offers the M.Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction-Music and a Minor in Music for students majoring in other disciplines.
All degrees offered by the Department of Music are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). The Music Education program is also approved by the Tennessee Department of Education and accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) through the University’s teacher certification program.
Full Range: Both Vocal & Instrumental
The Department of Music supports a full range of vocal and instrumental performance opportunities, including the Orchestra, String Ensemble, Tennessee State University Choir , Meistersingers , Symphonic and Concert Band, two Jazz Ensembles, Percussion Ensemble, Pep Band, the TSU Aristocrat of Bands marching band, and a host of small vocal and mixed ensembles. The Opera Workshop mounts at least one opera, including sets, costumes, and orchestra, each year. The Commercial Music Ensemble compliment these traditional groups by providing instruction and performance in contemporary, popular music styles.
Watch video of TSU student and faculty ensembles and guest performances on our YouTube channel .
Discounted Symphony Tickets
Note to Music History and Appreciation students:
The Nashville Symphony offers heavily discounted tickets through its Soundcheck program. Fulfill your concert attendance requirements affordably in one of the premiere venues in Nashville, the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.