Music
Feed your intellectual desire to learn more and fulfill your passion to perform. Deepen your knowledge of Western and non-Western music from ancient to modern times and apply principles that lead to an intellectual grasp of the music and your ability to perform.
Music Program
Major, Minor
Admission Deadline
Early Decision: November 15
Early Action: November 15
Early Action II: December 15
Regular Decision: March 15 (Preferred status deadline)
Degrees Offered
B.A.
School
D'Amour College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Department
An Ideal Place to Learn
Program Curriculum
Faculty
Jeffrey Nevaras
Adjunct Faculty, Art & MusicExperiential Learning
Learn the Skills Employers Seek
Faculty/Student Research
The Assumption curriculum encourages scholarly and real-world experience. With hands-on research conducted alongside faculty mentors, students gain a depth of knowledge and skills that lead to professional success and personal fulfillment.
Study Abroad
At Assumption University, the world is your classroom. Students can study and explore abroad in over 50 places from Vienna to England, South Africa, and even our own campus in historic, yet modern, Rome, Italy. Assumption’s study abroad program offers culture, history, and a living classroom for all.
Internships
Assumption starts planning for your future the day you arrive on campus. Our Career Development and Internship Center helps students secure exciting and fulfilling internships where you’ll apply knowledge obtained in the classroom in a professional setting, preparing for a future career or additional study. Assumption connects students to internship opportunities in corporations, government agencies, research hospitals, non-profit organizations, and more.
Assumption's Rome Campus
At Assumption's campus in Rome, Italy, the city and the country become your classroom through daily and weekend-long excursions throughout "the eternal city" and the Italian countryside. This unique study abroad experience will enrich your academic and cultural pursuits as you walk in the footsteps of emperors and gladiators then enjoy delectable Italian cuisine or perhaps a cappuccino after class in a local cafe. (Did you know that your financial aid follows you to Rome?)
Explore the Rome CampusCareer Paths
Our graduates pursue personally and professionally rewarding careers.
David French Music
Museums and Auction Houses
Teaching
WCVB - TV Channel 5
Sweetwater Music
Austin Organ Company
First-rate Academics in a Catholic University Setting
Assumption University awakens in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Students are provided an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. Enlivened by the harmony of faith and reason, here, students’ minds and hearts are transformed.
Our MissionAssumption is dedicated to providing a clear understanding of what your education will cost
We’ll help cut through the complexity of financing your education, ensuring you understand what you need, how to apply for aid, and what’s expected of you. You will be assigned a personal financial aid advisor who will guide you through the process and answer all of your financial aid-related questions.
Events
Tour, Tailgate, Touchdowns
Join us for a morning tour of our beautiful 185-acre campus that begins at the Admissions House and ends at the Brian Kelly '83 Stadium where you can enjoy some pre-game food and drinks at a special tailgate before our Greyhounds take on the Pace University Setters at a noon football game. The stude ... Read more about Tour, Tailgate, Touchdowns
Admissions Fall Open House
Enjoy a fall day exploring the beautiful 185 acre campus of Assumption University at our Fall Open House! Please join our faculty, staff, and students to learn more about our admissions process, academic programs, student life, athletics and so much more. Prospective students and parents will have ... Read more about Admissions Fall Open House
Erin Thompson, Art Historian
As America’s only professor of art crime, Dr. Erin Thompson will speak on her latest book, Smashing Statues: The Rise and Fall of America's Public Monuments.
AU Chorale
The University's auditioned concert choir of 50-60 voices performs on campus and throughout the U.S. and abroad. Their concerts feature a full orchestra and instrumental ensembles. The Chorale’s international concert tours have taken them to Italy, Russia, Greece, and, most recently, France, where they sang at Notre Dame Cathedral.
VOCE
VOCE is the select mixed a cappella ensemble for advanced Chorale singers. In addition, student-run groups give students an opportunity to explore different types of music without instrumental accompaniment.
AU Band
A 40-50 member concert band of students, faculty and occasional community members perform concerts throughout the school year.
AU Jazz Ensemble
This ensemble focuses on the stylistic performance of small group jazz, with opportunities for solo improvisation.
AU String Camerata
Students who play string instruments can keep up their playing in this chamber ensemble that explores the repertoire for string orchestra.
Programs Related to Music
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