Department of Music

Towson University is recognized as one the finest music programs in Maryland. Our programs in music education, performance, composition, and jazz draw outstanding students who pursue successful careers in music.

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Experience the Department of Music

Check out our events calendar for information on performances including student recitals, ensemble performances, and streaming events.

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The Department of Music offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs. The department offers a broad range of musical opportunities to majors, minors, and non-majors in a learning environment supported by an excellent and diverse faculty. We are committed to providing a sound liberal arts and sciences education to a diverse student population.

Under the guidance of expert faculty, the Department of Music provides students with pathways to excellence in music, communication, and technology appropriate for the 21st century musician.

Our programs foster creativity, artistic independence, and intellectual curiosity. Field experiences help prepare the next generation of music educators. Students are exposed to a wide variety of music from Western Art music and the creation of original work, to jazz and commercial music, and the music of non-Western music cultures.

The Department of Music at Towson is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Maryland State Department of Education.

Statement of Solidarity

We fully support the COFAC Statement of Solidarity and Purpose and offer this discipline specific Statement of Solidarity.

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Contact Information

Department of Music

Center for the Arts, Room 3095

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Hours

Mon - Fri: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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