All music majors must participate in ensembles as required by their degree program and, when applicable, the terms of their scholarships. The requirement varies according to degree, principal instrument, and of course, the terms of the scholarship(s).

Instrumental Division: Every instrumental major must enroll and participate in a principal instrumental ensemble every semester in which they are a full-time music major. In addition, every instrumental music education major is required to be in the Pride Marching Band for four semesters. Transfer students are required to participate in The “Pride” Marching Band for a minimum of two semesters, unless waived by the Director of Instrumental Activities.

Keyboard Division: Piano majors must complete a minimum of six semester hours of ensemble to meet the six semester hour requirement of the Music Core. Piano majors studying for the Bachelor of Music with All-Level Certification fulfill this requirement by 1) performing in the ensemble determined by their minor instrument (e.g., applied minor instrument: perform in band; applied minor voice: sing in choir), 2) performing in a chamber ensemble, and/or 3) performing as an accompanist. Piano performance majors fulfill the requirement by performing with a chamber ensemble or as an accompanist for choir or solo voice or instrument.

Vocal Division: Every vocal major must enroll and participate in a principal vocal ensemble (e.g., University Singers, Chorale) every semester in which they are a full-time music major.