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Performance (BM)
Vocal, Instrumental, Guitar or Piano
Refine your musical skills through our program and join our community of musicians through a Bachelor’s of Music in Performance.
- Offered Face-to-Face in Commerce.
- 4 years
- 127 credit hours
- No foreign language credits required
Unlock Your Potential at the School of Music!
Audition
Whether you're aiming to major in music or simply want to immerse yourself in a vibrant community through a minor or ensemble participation, auditioning is the first step! This is your opportunity to showcase your talent and unlock eligibility for valuable graduate assistantships and scholarships.

See Yourself Succeed with a Degree In Music
Join Our Community
You’ll discover a vibrant community of talented musicians who are dedicated to fostering world-class ensembles, bands and chorales. Our programs are recognized internationally with students competing and performing overseas.
Learn from the Best
You’ll have opportunities to participate in studio recitals and master classes taught by renowned professors and nationally recognized guest musicians. Our faculty are dedicated to improving your music appreciation, comprehension and performance.
NASM Accredited
East Texas A&M University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Find Your Program
The School of Music combines exceptional performance opportunities with personalized mentorship, empowering you to pursue your passion and specialize in music education or performance—whether your focus is instrumental, vocal, guitar, or piano.
What Will I LEarn?
Artistic Excellence
Engage in a wide variety of performance opportunities. The Bachelor of Music in Performance degree develops your technical skills and abilities through large ensembles, chamber playing, solo performances and more.
Finding My Community
What You Will Learn
A bachelor’s degree in music will offer you the opportunity to:
- Become a part of a community of world-class musicians and scholars
- Receive private lessons from seasoned musicians
- Increase your knowledge in music history and theory
- Participate in conferences, master classes and workshops

Careers
Let your passion for music shape the lives of those around you. A Bachelor of Music degree prepares you for a wide variety of careers. Our alumni have achieved positions at all levels of music including band or choir director, elementary music teacher, college professors, fine arts directors, studio or private instructor and more. Many of our graduates perform in orchestras, concert and military bands. Others work as collaborative artists and soloists in international touring groups or run their own companies.
Career Possibilities
Education
- College professor
- Band director
- Choir director
- Elementary music teacher
- Private teaching studio
Performance
- Military bands
- Professional orchestra
- Collaborative and solo artists
- International touring shows
- Musician in rock, country and jazz bands
Career Options
- Entrepreneur
- Composer
- Arranger
- Music business manager