Music Education (Instrumental)

Departments of Education and Music
Assistant Dean: Jonathan Hall, D.M.A.

Department Chair: Jonathan Hall, D.M.A.

Professor: Barry McGinnis, D.M.A.
Associate Professors: Sarah Masterson, D.M.A.; Chris Sheppard, D.M.A.; Jonathan Hall, D.M.A.
Assistant Professors: Jacqueline Townsend, D.M.A.; Wanda Neese, M.M. 
Lecturer: Alison Branham, M.M.

Program Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate competency and improvement in music performance.
2. Attain and demonstrate knowledge of music theory, music history, and music literature appropriate for individual degree programs.
3. Attain and demonstrate knowledge of music technology and music pedagogy appropriate for individual degree programs.
4. Demonstrate growth of written and aural communication skills using appropriate music terminology.
5. Strengthen and demonstrate skills of critical thinking through musical listening, analysis, and assessment.
6. Develop a global awareness of musical diversity as human expression.

Requirements for the Major in Music Education (not including General Education Core)

The Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.), in cooperation with the Newberry College Department of Teacher Education, leads to South Carolina PK-12 licensure in music.