College of Visual and Performing Arts
Curriculum
You will be well prepared in a variety of genres and styles. In addition to developing classical technique, you can study in such areas as jazz, free improvisation and Brazilian music, among others.
Performance majors complete requirements that demonstrate skills in the following areas: Principal Performance Area (Lower Division Sequence), Secondary Performance Area/Keyboard Competency (Lower Division Sequence), Harmony and Analysis (Lower Division Sequence), Aural Skills and Analysis (Lower Division Sequence), Ensemble Performance (Lower Division Sequence), History and Repertoire (Lower Division Sequence), Principal Performance Area (Upper Division Sequence), Ensemble Performance (Upper Division Sequence), Music Conducting (Upper Division Sequence).
They also complete the following:
Performance Major Sophomore Evaluation
- Demonstrate skills for functional and artistic self-expression at the appropriate level.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform a cross-section of repertoire.
Performance Major Junior Recital
- Demonstrate skills for functional and artistic self-expression at the appropriate level.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform a cross-section of repertoire.
Performance Major Senior Recital
- Demonstrate skills for functional and artistic self-expression at the appropriate level.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform a cross-section of repertoire.
Extracurricular Opportunities
Syracuse Abroad
Build up your resume and broaden your perspective with a study abroad experience during your time at Syracuse. Consistently ranked among the top 25 international education providers in the U.S., Syracuse Abroad offers more than 100 programs in 60 countries.
Music Fraternities and Sororities
The Setnor School is home to four professional and service fraternities and sororities devoted to music and musicians: Sigma Alpha Iota, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Kappa Kappa Psi and Tau Beta Sigma. They provide valuable service to the Setnor School and the community.
A Cappella Ensembles
Syracuse University’s six a cappella ensembles are entirely student-run and directed, performing with voice and vocal percussion. Groups perform contemporary songs using student-written arrangements for a wide array of audiences. Each group hosts auditions at least once a year. The groups perform at their own invitationals, participate in community and student engagement performances and host a joint event every semester.
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