Music Overview

Southwestern Michigan College is the school of choice for the music major focused on bachelor’s degree, as well as the student wishing to include music as a part of their college experience. SMC offers collegiate level musical training and performance opportunities through a wide variety of choral and instrumental ensembles accompanied by a complete music curriculum.

Students may pursue an Associate in Arts transfer degree in music, with course offerings that parallel curricula of colleges and universities nationwide. SMC’s transfer students in music have proven to be competitive in colleges and universities across the country, finding themselves well-prepared to complete their bachelor’s degree.

SMC’s curriculum includes four semesters of Music Theory and Aural Skills, two semesters of Music History, as well as other classes such as Basic Musicianship, Music Appreciation, and Jazz/Pop Music in America. Private instruction is available for voice and all instruments from the regions top professional musicians. Students receive additional performance opportunities in student music recitals and master classes.