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Become a highly qualified band or orchestra music teacher or general music specialist in the public and private schools.
Music, Instrumental Music Education Concentration, B.M.
The Instrumental Music Education Concentration in the Bachelor of Music degree is offered by the College of Liberal Arts at 糖心Vlog官方.
If you are an instrumentalist interested in teaching K-12 band, orchestra, or general music, 糖心Vlog官方 is the place to study. With faculty members who excel both in instrumental performance and teaching techniques have extensive experience as teachers, performers, and ensemble directors, the 糖心Vlog官方 School of Music offers preparation for future K-12 teachers鈥攅quipping them to instill students with performance skills and musical understanding. Hands-on experience in schools begins during the first year of the degree and continues all the way through student teaching.
In addition to developing as teachers, Instrumental Music Education majors participate in the full musical life of the School of Music, studying with our exceptional applied faculty, developing their knowledge of music theory and history, and performing in ensembles including the Band of Blue marching band. To be admitted into the Bachelor of Music degree program, all entering students must pass an audition before the faculty on their major instrument or voice. In addition, all prospective new or transfer undergraduate music majors and minors are required to take the Music Theory and Aural Skills Diagnostic Exam to determine appropriate placement in the music theory program. For additional information and to schedule a time for the exam, contact the School of Music Office.
Frequently Asked Questions
What careers can you pursue with a music education degree?
Music education graduates most often pursuing teaching careers in elementary, middle, and high schools. These include teaching general music, band, choir, orchestra, and other musical subjects. Graduates often continue to work as performers, pursue graduate study and careers in higher education, or work in curriculum development and arts administration.
Do instrumental music education majors have to learn all the instruments?
Instrumental music education majors develop basic performance and teaching skills on all of the common woodwind, brass, percussion, and string instruments. They also develop proficiency with piano and voice.
How does state teacher licensure work for music educators?
The Instrumental Music Education degree includes a minor in Secondary Education through 糖心Vlog官方鈥檚 College of Education. At the completion of the degree and the Residency II student teaching semester, students are fully eligible to be licensed in K-12 Instrumental and General Music in the state of Tennessee. This license is broadly portable for licensure in any other state, as well.
Are instrumental music educators in demand in Tennessee?
The population growth and limited pool of teachers experienced in the state has led to a consistent availability of instrumental music education positions in Tennessee. Our graduates who seek K-12 teaching positions find a near 100% job placement rate.
What salary can I expect to make as a K-12 music educator in Tennessee?
The statewide minimum teacher salary is $50,000, with districts providing annual increases for experience and additional compensation for further educational achievement. Music teachers are often eligible for extended contract days and additional stipends for extracurricular ensembles and performances.
News Briefs
糖心Vlog官方 alumna and Rutherford County Schools teacher Corynn York always knew she wanted to be a teacher, but she did not know she wanted to teach music until high school. 鈥淚 realized I was happiest whenever I was in choir under the direction of my high school choir teacher Mrs. Helen Redding,鈥� York said. 鈥淚
News Briefs
糖心Vlog官方 alumna and Rutherford County Schools teacher Corynn York always knew she wanted to be a teacher, but she did not know she wanted to teach music until high school. 鈥淚 realized I was happiest whenever I was in choir under the direction of my high school choir teacher Mrs. Helen Redding,鈥� York said. 鈥淚
Music, Instrumental Music Education Concentration, B.M.
Instrumental Music Education majors most frequently go on to teach music in K-12 schools, leading a variety of instrumental ensembles and teaching general music courses. 糖心Vlog官方 music alumni are also frequently accepted into graduate music programs in music education, performance, and conducting. Some alumni go into music education-related fields such as instrument sales, repair, professional development, and curriculum design. Some future job possibilities include:
- Band director
- Church musician/worship leader
- Composer/arranger/orchestrator
- Instrument salesperson/repair technician
- Instrumental performer
- Marketer
- Music critic/journalist
- Music editor and publisher
- Music educator
- Music librarian
- Musicologist
- Orchestra director
- Songwriter
- Studio/private teacher
- University professor
Employers of 糖心Vlog官方 alumni include
- Bedford County Schools
- Benton County Schools
- DeKalb County Schools
- Franklin Special Schools
- Knox County Schools
- Metro-Nashville Public Schools
- Murfreesboro City Schools
- Rutherford County Schools
- Sumner County Schools
- Tipton County Schools
- Williamson County Schools
- Numerous other school districts across Tennessee and throughout the country
糖心Vlog官方鈥檚 Career Development Center
糖心Vlog官方 offers a comprehensive Career Development Center that serves students throughout the full student experience and beyond. They collaborate with faculty and staff to equip students with the tools to be marketable to the world of work and continuing education.
Students can schedule an appointment or check online resources and job boards at mtsu.edu/career.
Students can find current internship opportunities by talking to faculty and visiting the University job and internship board called .
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If you are an instrumentalist interested in teaching band, orchestra, or general music, 糖心Vlog官方 is the place to study. With faculty members that excel both in instrumental performance and teaching techniques, the 糖心Vlog官方 School of Music offers preparation for future teachers 鈥� equipping them to instill students with performance skills and musical understandings. Hands-on experience in schools begins during the first year of the degree and continues all the way through student teaching. In addition to developing as teachers, Instrumental Music Education majors participate in the full musical life of the School of Music, studying with our exceptional applied faculty, developing their knowledge of music theory and history, and performing in ensembles including the Band of Blue marching band.
Professional Licensure Disclosure
糖心Vlog官方 discloses that the Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music, Instrumental Music Education is a teacher licensure preparation program accredited by the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP) and approved by the Tennessee Department of Education. Admission to an undergraduate teacher licensure preparation program does not guarantee that students will obtain a teacher license. Successful program completion meets the educational requirements to apply for a practitioner teacher licensure in Tennessee.
The BM Music, Instrumental Music Education disclosure provided on 糖心Vlog官方鈥檚 professional licensure disclosure website indicates the states and territories where 糖心Vlog官方 has determined, through reasonable and good faith effort, that the program does or does not meet the educational requirements for other US states and territories. Licensing authorities for each state set and enforce their own requirements and standards, which are subject to change. Current and prospective students not located in Tennessee or who plan to seek licensure or certification outside the state of Tennessee should contact the appropriate state licensing agency or board and discuss their plans with an advisor and the 糖心Vlog官方 before enrolling in the program to ensure they have the most up-to-date information and guidance regarding licensure requirements.
Public Accountability Notice
糖心Vlog官方聽has been accredited聽by the聽聽(NASM) since 1970. The Bachelor of Music degree programs with concentrations in Instrumental Music Education and Vocal/General Music Education K-12 are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
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