Department of Music

WHAT WE DO

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.

Email:
music@olemiss.edu
Office Location:
A101 Music Building
Phone:
662-915-7268
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Academic

Experience Music

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Auditions

Auditions are required for students seeking an undergraduate degree in music or certain graduate degrees in music.

Audition Information

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.

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Music news

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Community / Events

Broadway Conductor Returns to His Roots for Concert, Master Class

OXFORD, Miss – University of Mississippi alumnus and Broadway musical director William Waldrop joins the UM Opera Theatre and the Lafayette-Oxford-University Symphony Orchestra for a joint concert Monday (Nov. 3) in the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts.

Events / Student Life

Opera Theatre Kicks Off Season With Scandal and Intrigue
Events

Sarahfest Celebrates a Decade of Art, Music and Community
Faculty News / Music & Concerts

Sound Investment: Grant Fuels Music Education Initiative

Events

Find out what's happening in the Department of Music. Browse more of our upcoming events and view our events archive.

Meet Our Student Ambassadors

Alex Hidalgo

Why is your department a special place?

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Allison Wray

What are your career goals/plans?

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Benton Donahue

Can you tell me about a professor or a class you've taken that has had the most impact on you?

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Coda Ethridge

Why did you choose to attend UM?

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Jacobie Steen

What would you tell a high school student about your major?

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Linna Zheng

When and how did you choose your major(s)/minor(s)?

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Noel Terrell

What class or professor has had the most impact on you?

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Rylee McIntyre

Why is your department a special place?

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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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Music Degrees

Providing students with the skills and knowledge needed for careers in music.

See all our music degree offerings

UG

Music, B.A.

Develop your musical potential through performance and individual attention.

Oxford

UG

Music, B.M.

Prepare for a career in music education or music performance.

Oxford

GRAD

Music, M.M.

A degree designed to offer a comprehensive education in various musical disciplines, allowing you to focus on your specific interests and career objectives.