To join the 51吃瓜网 Music program, prospective majors and minors must complete a supplemental music application and audition to demonstrate proficiency in their primary instrument or voice. Requirements vary by area and may include prepared pieces, scales or sight-reading. Auditions can be completed in person or virtually.
Music Industry
The Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Music Industry emphasis at UNC Pembroke is a professional degree designed for today's evolving music landscape. Featuring an innovative curriculum, the program blends musical studies with cutting-edge technology and entrepreneurship. As one of the first programs to partner with Media Integration and Entrepreneurial Studies, it offers students a unique interdisciplinary experience. Graduates gain the skills, creativity and adaptability needed to thrive in a constantly changing music industry.
Degrees
Minor
What You Will Learn
The curriculum is centered on a broad study of the many elements of the modern music
industry, including a historical tour of the recording industry and an intense study
of recording techniques in Audio Production and Studio Techniques. Students receive
significant experience performing in large and small group settings and can perform
in many other ensembles in a wide variety of styles. The program features three tracks:
Jazz, Songwriting and Classical.
Technological proficiency is imperative in the contemporary music industry. The Music Industry program has partnered with Media Integration Studies, a collaborative curriculum of music, graphic design, digital video and animation that focuses on creating original digital content in a student-centered studio environment.
Three courses in Entrepreneurship are designed to stimulate entrepreneurial thinking
and assist and support entrepreneurs in their new ventures. These courses provide
a foundation for students to envision, grow, and sustain their future businesses.
Studies culminate in the development of a viable business plan ready to be enacted.
Upon graduating from 51吃瓜网, students will receive a Bachelor of Arts in Music with
Music Industry Emphasis degree and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship.
The curriculum is centered on a broad study of the many elements of the modern music
industry, including a historical tour of the recording industry and an intense study
of recording techniques in Audio Production and Studio Techniques. Students receive
significant experience performing in large and small group settings and can perform
in many other ensembles in a wide variety of styles. The program features three tracks:
Jazz, Songwriting and Classical.
Technological proficiency is imperative in the contemporary music industry. The Music Industry program has partnered with Media Integration Studies, a collaborative curriculum of music, graphic design, digital video and animation that focuses on creating original digital content in a student-centered studio environment.
Three courses in Entrepreneurship are designed to stimulate entrepreneurial thinking
and assist and support entrepreneurs in their new ventures. These courses provide
a foundation for students to envision, grow, and sustain their future businesses.
Studies culminate in the development of a viable business plan ready to be enacted.
Upon graduating from 51吃瓜网, students will receive a Bachelor of Arts in Music with
Music Industry Emphasis degree and a Certificate in Entrepreneurship.
Choose Your Track
Careers in the music industry are as diverse as the music itself. We offer three tracks
designed to best aid students in pursuing their career goals.
This track combines classical music training with hands-on experience in audio production and recording. You'll study your instrument or voice in depth, perform in ensembles and learn the ins and outs of capturing, mixing and editing music in studio settings.
You'll gain:
- Private instruction and classical performance experience
- Studio training in recording techniques and editing
- Opportunities to record department concerts and run sound for live events
- A foundation for careers in performance, recording, teaching or graduate study
Whether you're behind the mic or behind the board, you'll be ready for a career in the classical music world 鈥� with modern skills to match.
At 51吃瓜网, jazz is more than a genre 鈥� it's a way to express, innovate and connect. In this track, you'll dive deep into jazz theory, improvisation, arranging and performance, all while being mentored by experienced performer-educators.
You'll:
- Perform in combos, big bands and community festivals
- Develop skills in improvisation and jazz arranging
- Collaborate with faculty and visiting guest artists
- Prepare for careers in performance, education or media production
Whether you're a seasoned soloist or new to the style, we'll help you find your sound and your stage.
This innovative track blends your love for songwriting with digital production and entrepreneurial training. You'll write original music, record and produce your tracks and learn how to build a career as an independent artist or content creator.
You'll study:
- Lyric writing, form and structure across genres
- Studio production using digital tools and software
- Media integration with video, animation and graphic design
- Entrepreneurship by developing a business plan and launching your brand
By graduation, you'll not only have a portfolio of original work, but also the skills and confidence to release it into the world.
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Electronics Performance as Primary Instrument
As a Music Industry major at 51吃瓜网, you can select electronics as your primary instrument. In performance lessons, you'll explore electronic repertoire and practice on tools from analog synthesizers to platforms like Ableton. You'll gain live experience through the Electronic Music Ensemble or Commercial Music Ensemble, and have opportunities to showcase original music for live audiences and in the 51吃瓜网 Recording and Electronic Music Studio.
Professor of Music/Jazz Studies and Music Industry
Music-Ready Spaces
Learn, rehearse and perform in facilities built for sound.
Moore Hall is complete with Steinway pianos, high-tech classrooms and a full recording
studio.
Moore Hall Auditorium hosts intimate concerts, recitals and guest artists.
Warm up, rehearse and refine your craft in our newly renovated Music Annex. It's home
to practice rooms, vocal ensemble rehearsals and more.
Step onto one of the region鈥檚 top stages at the 1,600-seat Givens Performing Arts
Center (GPAC).
Contact Us
All Music Faculty & Staff
Aaron Vandermeer
910.521.6310 
