What Can I Do With a Major In Music Performance?

UGA Specific Information for Music Performance

Music Performance is designed to develop a strong foundation in music history, music theory, and performance, and as preparation for continued study at the graduate level. The degree provides for maximum development of individual musicianship and the various competencies required by the contemporary performer. The student has numerous opportunities to perform—including required third- and fourth-year solo recitals. Students earning this degree are prepared for a career as a professional performer or a studio teacher. Areas requiring high-level performance skills include, for example, radio broadcast, television, filmmaking, church music programs, and professional orchestras and bands. The degree also prepares the student for graduate study, which is designed to enhance skills and provide a credential for teaching at the college/university level.

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Class of 2024 Career Outcomes for Music Performance*

** Includes Self-Employed

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Employers/Position Titles Reported by Class of 2024 Music Performance Majors

The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Employer Position Title(s)
Beaufort County School District Band Director
* denotes no responses received.
*Source: Areas above marked with an Asterisk (*) have been created utilizing data taken from the UGA Career Outcomes Survey. The "Employers Hiring...," "Job Titles of...," "Career Outcomes for...," and "Graduate/Professional Schools and Programs..." information listed above represent UGA Class of 2024 Graduates. The lists are not exhaustive and therefore do not represent all potential career options. Click here for more detailed Career Outcomes information regarding this major.
Graduate/Professional Schools Attended by Class of 2024 Music Performance Majors

The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.

Graduate School Program(s)
Indiana University Bloomington Horn Performance, MM
Indiana University Bloomington Violin, MM
Johns Hopkins University Music, Master’s
New England Conservatory of Music Percussion Performance, MA
Northwestern University Flute Performance, Master’s
Temple University Music Performance, MA
University of Cincinnati Music Performance, Master’s
University of Cincinnati Music Performance, Master’s
University of Georgia Music, MM
University of Georgia Music, MM
University of Michigan Master’s Program Not Specified
University of Rochester Performance and Literature, MM
* denotes no responses received.

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