Department of Music
We provide a transformative educational experience through music that empowers students to realize their full potential, cultivate their unique talents, and make meaningful contributions to the world. Our students work closely with faculty and peers as they perform, research, engage with the community, and develop relationships that prepare them to be successful leaders, scholars, and artists.
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Auditions
Auditions are required for students seeking an undergraduate degree in music or certain graduate degrees in music.
Ensembles
The Department of Music features a wide range of ensembles, from marching bands and orchestras to diverse choirs and unique performance groups. These ensembles provide student musicians with opportunities to excel in various musical genres and styles.
Events
Music news
OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi music faculty members will highlight the release of their album, "Lyrical Baritone, Volume 1," with a free recital at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24 in Nutt Auditorium.
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Sofia Euyoque
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Linna Zheng
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Department of Music Spotlight
The Department of Music Spotlight focuses on the 2023–2024 academic year, highlighting what makes Music at the University of Mississippi stand out including our talented students, stellar faculty, and amazing opportunities for collaboration, research, and performance both in and out of the classroom.
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Minor in Music
If you plan to earn a degree in an other subject area but want to keep music in your life, a minor in music could be a good fit.
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The Department of Music Faculty & Staff
Debra Atkinson
- Adjunct Instructor in Music
Nancy Maria Balach Schuesselin
- Chair and Professor of Music and Director of the University of Mississippi Institute for the Arts
Kristina Boggan
- Administrative Secretary
Bonita Bunt
- Assistant Professor of Music/Director of Opera
Ricky Burkhead
- Professor of Music
David Carlisle
- Instructor in Music
Randy Dale
- Associate Professor of Music, Associate Director of Bands, and Director of Athletic Bands
George Dor
- Professor of Music
Andrea Drummond
- Program Coordinator (Communications)
Adam Estes
- Associate Professor of Music
Micah Everett
- Professor of Music
Dianne Falkner
- Adjunct Instructor in Music
Michael Gardiner
- Associate Professor of Music
Selim Giray
- Associate Professor of Music and Director of Orchestral Studies
Rhonda Hackworth
- Associate Professor of Music Education
Elizabeth Hearn
- Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education
Ian Hominick
- Professor of Music
Armee Hong
- Instructor in Upper Strings
Cara Jones
- Administrative Secretary
Amanda Johnston
- Professor of Music
Yoojung Kim
- Instructor in Collaborative Piano
Sarah Koval
- Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Musicology)
John Latartara
- Associate Professor of Music
Jos Milton
- Associate Professor of Music
Vincent Morreale
- Instructor in Horn
Mel Morse
- Instructional Assistant Professor of Music and Assistant Director of Bands
Obianuju Njoku
- Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology and Gender Studies
Tim Oliver
- Professor of Music and Director of Bands
Andy Paney
- Professor of Music
Adrienne Park
- Assistant Professor of Collaborative Piano
Thomas Peattie
- Associate Professor of Music
Bradley Robinson
- Professor of Music
Jennifer Robinson
- Lecturer in Music
Michael Rowlett
- Associate Professor of Music
John Schuesselin
- Associate Professor of Music
Austin Smith
- Instructor in Oboe
Kelsey Smith
- Instructor in Cello
Jacob Snell
- Multi-Media Specialist
Philip Snyder
- Instructor in Flute
Carol Trott
- Adjunct Instructor in Music
Donald Trott
- Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities
Susanna Whitney
- Adjunct Instructor in Music
Amelia Williams
- Operations Coordinator II
Michael Worthy
- Professor of Music
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