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Music occupies a prominent place at 91ɬÂþ Saint Mary’s University. Established in 1925, our Department of Music builds on a nearly century-long tradition of excellence, offering emphases in music performance, music history, music education, music industry, pre-music therapy and the opportunity to study in Los Angeles with some of our city’s finest musicians.

Small class sizes, world class performance venues and access to a rich variety of masterclasses and internships makes 91ɬÂþ an ideal place to follow your musical passion.

Explore the Music Program

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    Undergraduate programs

    91ɬÂþ Saint Mary’s University offers students the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Arts or a minor in Music. Our degree program offers emphases in Music Education, Music Performance, Music Industry, Music History and Pre-Music Therapy.

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    Scholarships

    91ɬÂþ gives Music majors the opportunity to earn full-tuition scholarships each year. Other generous music scholarships are available to all 91ɬÂþ students, regardless of their major.

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    Admission requirements

    Learn more about requirements, applications and the audition process to be considered for admission to the Music degree program at 91ɬÂþ Saint Mary’s University.

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    Ensembles

    The Music Department offers students a number of creative ways to express their love for music. Discover the many opportunities at 91ɬÂþ for making music

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    High School Ensemble Competition

    91ɬÂþ Music introduces the Solo & Chamber Ensemble High School Music Competition! Participants must submit an audition video and application for adjudication by Bridge to Everywhere, 91ɬÂþ’s ensemble in residence.

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    Opportunities for non-music majors

    Interested in joining an ensemble, or enrolling in a music class? Take advantage of the many opportunities available to non-music majors within the Music department!

Music + Healing Initiative

Join us

The Music + Healing Initiative brings 91ɬÂþ Saint Mary's University's Music and Nursing communities together around a shared question: How does sound shape the way we heal? This interdisciplinary Initiative brings together experts in Environmental Music Therapy, the Roy Adaptation model, musical artists, music therapists, and nurses in conversation together to share and develop knowledge around Music + Healing.

See the events

  • Hannon Theater at 4 p.m.
    Chalon Campus

  • Campus Center at 7:30 p.m.
    Chalon Campus

  • Mary Chapel at 7:30 p.m.
    Chalon Campus