Welcome to the Department of Music!
The Auburn University Department of Music prepares students for numerous exciting careers that span the entire music industry. We offer the Bachelor of Music (Performance) in Instrumental, Vocal, Piano, and Commercial Music as well as Composition(Technology), the Bachelor of Arts with similar associated performance areas, and the Bachelor of Music Education in Instrumental and Choral Music in collaboration with the College of Education. A music major application and audition is required for acceptance into all music degrees. In addition, the department offers a Minor in Music Business focusing on the commercial (popular) music industry. The department also offers an impressive number of instrumental, chamber, and vocal ensembles, which are open to all students regardless of major. All ensembles are courses for credit, and most require an audition.
Goodwin Music Building boasts several large rehearsal spaces, a recital hall, classrooms, faculty offices, and a midi composition and production suite. A particular source of pride is Lucky Man Studio, a large format recording studio housed directly within our building which is used for classes, student and faculty projects, and professional recording services for artists from all over the world, representing a wide variety of musical genres. Through the studio, many Auburn students experience the professional music industry firsthand, right in our own building. The studio, along with our commercial music and music business programs, have also led to the department being recognized as a Top Music Business School by Billboard Magazine for multiple consecutive years.
Through our outstanding faculty of veteran performers and music industry professionals, the Department of Music combines the development of our students’ artistry, musicianship, and industry knowledge and experience with practical skills in time management, self-discipline, self-motivation, focused practice, and collaboration. As a result, students are prepared to apply these valuable life skills to a wide variety of careers.
The Department of Music is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
Purpose and Mission Statement
The purpose of the Department of Music at Auburn University is to (1) Provide an exceptional education and musical experience for music majors and non-music majors alike; (2) Assist in the development and attainment of positive opportunities for students; (3) Bring world-class performances to Auburn University campus performance venues, including the Gogue Performing Arts Center; and (4) Offer cultural enrichment on local and global stages.
Vision Statement
The Auburn University Department of Music will provide a globally recognized and innovative education. The Department will address all aspects of traditional and contemporary music within a nurturing and inclusive environment that reflects our liberal arts tradition. The Department is committed to offering state of the art facilities for developing future generations that contribute to, value, appreciate and advocate for the musical arts through artistic excellence, research, service, and outreach.