Christa Pehl, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor of Music, Disciplinary Lead
What is possible when you tune into your future?
Harmony.
Music is鈥攁nd always has been鈥攁 major cultural influence throughout the world. Music can speak to current trends and styles, or it can retell history.
As a music major at 成人直播, you鈥檒l not only learn to speak in notes, you鈥檒l dive into the history behind music. Here, you鈥檒l gain a lifelong appreciation for and participate in a rich variety of musical forms of expression. While studying music history, theory, technique and application, you鈥檒l be equipped to become the musician you want to be.
With an emphasis on theory with practical participation in a variety of musical activities, you鈥檒l evolve from student to performer, educator, worship leader, or more!
Program Highlights
- Focus on participation and performance
- Small class sizes allow for one-on-one mentoring
- Work with your advisor to tailor your music degree towards education, performance, musical theater, worship or wherever your dreams are leading you.
- Courses include conducting, music theory, and vocal pedagogy
- Internship opportunities provide practical experience and allow for hands-on learning and observation
- Additional courses focus on electronic music, conducting, worship ministry, and musical theatre.
- Students interested in music education will graduate on track to apply for the Single Subject Teaching Credential program at 成人直播. Learn more about teaching at fpu.edu/teacher.
- Engage in study of skills in vocal and instrumental performance.
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Faculty
Catalog
Program Director: Christa Pehl Evans, Ph.D. OverviewThe music major prepares students for professional careers and/or graduate study in the discipline of music. The major combines music theory and history with practical participation in a variety of musical activities, including performance ensembles and private music study. Students graduating with the music major can find employment in public school teaching, private studio instruction, performance, church ministries, the recording industry and many other music business enterprises. Some professions require additional music training and student are encouraged to continue studies at the graduate level or in specialized schools. Program Student Learning Outcomes
Locations OfferedMain Campus Fresno Foundational Courses (41 Units)
Note:Successful completion of Level 1 on the student's primary instrument is a prerequisite for MUS 356. Applied Music (Private Instruction) (8 Units)Private music instruction with 成人直播 music faculty on the primary instrument is required each semester of attendance for a minimum of 8 total units, including 4 units in upper division (4 semesters of private instruction is required for music minors). For Music majors, progress on the primary instrument is evaluated at the performance jury scheduled each year during finals week. All students in music lessons are required to perform in one of the student recitals held each semester. This performance contributes toward the grade in the private lessons. Ensemble (16 units minimum)Participation in a performance ensemble is required each semester of attendance (majors must complete a minimum of 16 units of participation, minors a minimum of 8 units). This requirement includes all music students, regardless of primary instrument. The student must continue participation in each ensemble for which a scholarship has been awarded, even after the minimum unit requirement has been met. No overload tuition is charged when a student's registration exceeds 18 units due to enrollment in a performance ensemble. Any exceptions are to be approved by the student's advisor and the music program director. ALL ensemble participation units may be taken in any of the following ensembles for 2 units each:
Elective Courses (6 units)
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With an 成人直播 Education
Whether you're a high school student, transfer student or parent, you'll find all the resources you need including application steps, tuition & financial aid, transfer and orientation information.
First Steps to Admission
- Submit an application for admission (online or printable mail-in)
* Admission applications are free, no discount codes required. - Send official copies of your transcripts to 成人直播.
- Complete the FAFSA. It can be completed starting October 1st. (FAFSA Code: 001253)
Non-traditional Admission
Four-Year Graduation Guarantee
Earning a degree in four years allows you to get a head start on achieving your goals of entering the work force or starting graduate school. 成人直播 guarantees graduation within four years in the traditional undergraduate areas of study. We commit to providing the courses, advising, instruction and preparation. If you fulfill your responsibilities and are unable to graduate in four years, you will receive the needed courses the following semester at no cost in tuition or fees.
Cost & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
Room & Board Rates
Financial Aid
Freshman Scholarships
Based on a student鈥檚 academic GPA. Academic GPA鈥檚 are calculated by 成人直播 on a weighted, 4.0 scaled and based on core academic classes in grades 10-12. Renewable if a minimum GPA is maintained.
| Name | GPA | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paragon | Full Tuition | |
| President's | 4.00 GPA and above | $18,000 |
| Dean's | 3.75-3.99 GPA | $15,000 |
| Heritage | 3.50-3.75 GPA | $14,000 |
| Faculty | 3.25-3.49 GPA | $12,000 |
| Founder's | Below a 3.0 GPA | $8,000 |
Transfer Scholarships
To be considered for a Transfer Academic Scholarship, you must have 12 or more transferable, post-high school units. GPA鈥檚 are based on transferable units and calculated by 成人直播.
| Name | GPA | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer Scholar | 3.50 GPA and above | $14,000 |
| Transfer Achievement | 3.0-3.49 GPA | $10,000 |
| Transfer Academic | 2.40-2.99 GPA | $7,500 |
| Transfer Partnership | Below a 2.4 GPA | $6,000 |
Performance-based Scholarships
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletic | $500 to Full Tuition |
| Music | $400 to $10,000 |
| Theatre Arts | $500 to $4,000 |
| Art/Design | $500 to $4,000 |
Other 成人直播 Grants and Scholarships
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| 成人直播 Possibilities Scholarship | Full Tuition |
| Church Match | $500 to $1,500 |
| International Scholarship | up to $6,000 |
| Mennonite Brethren Award | $4,000 |
| Out of State Student Scholarship | $4,000 |
| Other Awards | $100 to $10,000 |
Federal and State Grants
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| Cal Grant A | $9,358 |
| Cal Grant B | $1,648 |
| Pell Grants | $750 to $7,395 |
| Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant | $1,000 |
Federal Loans and Work-Study
| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| Federal Direct | $3,500 to $7,500 |
| PLUS Loan | Up to remaining cost |
| Work-study | Contingent on employment |
Private Scholarships
Alumni, parents, friends, businesses and foundations have generously provided a special set of scholarships available to students attending Fresno Pacific.
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Career Opportunities
This degree prepares you to be a skillful musician, effective communicator, creative teacher and responsible servant-leader in the church and the community. Through the study of music theory and history, and the practice of music performance, you will be prepared for lifelong exploration of music through teaching, performance, leading worship or composition.
Career Possibilities
- Teacher
- Private studio instructor
- Church music minister
- Musical performer
- Recording industry/businessperson
Career Development Happens Here
The staff in our Career Development and Experiential Learning Center are here to help you prepare to enter the working world. Whether your a freshman or an 成人直播 alum, there are a number of resources and trainings offered to help you find the internship and job you鈥檙e looking for.
- Resume writing classes
- Career assessments, exploration & planning
- Job search and networking opportunities
- and much more