Music: String Instruments
Program Description
The School of Music String Area prepares students for success as professional musicians and educators playing the bass, cello, guitar, harp, viola or violin. String instrument students receive the finest instruction available from the program's internationally renowned faculty, each of whom brings to the School of Music a rich portfolio of performing and teaching experience. Performance is a key component of music education, and string instrument students have performance opportunities in a variety of smaller ensembles as well as in the highly acclaimed OU Symphony Orchestra.
In addition to general university admission requirements, string instrument students must pass an instrumental audition before being admitted to the School of Music. Additional admission information is available at the School of Music Web site.
Degree Options
A string instrument student graduates with a Bachelor of Music Education or Bachelor of Music in Bass, Cello, Guitar, Harp, Viola or Violin degree. Master of Music and Doctor of Musical Arts degrees are also available.
Interests & Skills
String Instruments students typically have interests in music performance and teaching. High school preparation should include training in instrumental technique, sightreading and performance experience.
Notable Achievements
OU's reputation for excellence attracts accomplished students from throughout the country, enhancing the overall educational experience of Music students. Graduates of the program regularly fill prestigious performance and academic posts and are often sought to present concerts, workshops and master classes at conferences around the United States.
The OU Symphony Orchestra is a full orchestra comprised entirely of students. The orchestra regularly plays for staged performances of the OU Opera Theatre and OU Ballet Company. The orchestra's repertoire ranges from light classics to symphonic masterpieces and centers on major works regularly performed by professional orchestras.
Program Accreditation
The OU School of Music is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Your Future
Types of Employers
Opera houses
Symphony orchestras
Arts agencies
Colleges
Music publishing companies
Public Schools
Recent Graduates Jobs
High school music teacher
Orchestra member
Private lesson instructor
Solo performer
Experienced Alumni Jobs
Performer, Lincoln Orchestra
Festival of Arts director,
Oklahoma City Arts Council
Violin tenure, Oklahoma City
Philharmonic
Professor of violin,
Oklahoma City University
Violinist, Thouvenel String
Quartet
How much will I make?
Visit the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ website to explore the median pay for jobs you can pursue with this degree.
Contact Us
School of Music
Phone: (405) 325-2081
Email: elizabeth.nunley@ou.edu
Website: music.ou.edu
