Why Study Music at Assumption?
We believe that the study of music enhances all areas of a liberal arts education. Through this program, you will deepen your knowledge of music from around the world – from ancient to modern times – and apply principles that lead to an intellectual grasp of the music and your ability to perform.
Our graduates have opportunities to pursue careers in diverse fields including performance, arts management, theatre, advertising and marketing, the recording industry, and education.
Ensemble Opportunities at Assumption
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AU Choirs: The Chorale is an academic concert choir that performs the great choral repertoire of all style periods from Gregorian chant to twentieth-century music. VOCE is an auditioned ensemble for advanced Chorale singers. In addition, student-run a cappella groups give students an opportunity to explore different types of musical genres without instrumental accompaniment.
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AU Band: A concert band of students, faculty, and occasional community members perform concerts throughout the school year.
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AU Jazz Ensemble: This ensemble focuses on the stylistic performance of small group jazz, with opportunities for solo improvisation.
Music Scholarships Offered by Assumption
- Vocal Scholarship: Learn more about the scholarship requirements and audition process for the Vocal Scholarship as you become a part of a group dedicated to musical learning and appreciation.
- Band Scholarship: Join the AU Band and discover what scholarship opportunities are offered to students. Find more information about the application process for the Band Scholarship.
- Organ Scholarship: Share your musical gifts with the Assumption community through the Organ Scholarship, as you dive into a passion for pipe organs and liturgical music.
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Our graduates pursue personally and professionally rewarding careers.
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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.
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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 concert band of students, faculty and occasional community members perform concerts throughout the school year.
AU Jazz Ensemble
Students who play brass, woodwind, or rhythm section instruments can participate in the jazz ensemble that explores blues, swing, and contemporary jazz fusion styles.