You have a passion for music and for teaching the next generation. Through our instrumental education major, you can bring both to life. By taking courses in both music and education, you will prepare to teach both in a classroom and private lesson setting.
All music degrees require an audition for entrance into the program and scholarship eligibility. The audition occurs in the spring semester of the high school senior year or at the conclusion of the freshman fall semester.
By developing your skills in both music and education, the music education major provides a well-rounded education that covers all aspects of music theory, methods of teaching and instrument proficiencies. For example, students in this program are involved in a Cornerstone University music ensemble such as University Chorale or Symphonic Winds to put what they’ve learned in the classroom into practice.
Students also take part in a student teaching practicum toward the end of their program. This gives them the opportunity to adapt to classroom situations, develop their teaching style and apply both their music and education training while being mentored by seasoned teachers.
Music education students are required to audition for entrance into the music program and upon acceptance, have the ability to design their program to meet their goals. Students can choose from instrumental or vocal instruction or even a combination of both to prepare them for work in the classroom.
According to Career Explorer, careers in music education are expected to grow 12% by 2026 across the United States. Graduates from Cornerstone’s music education program are prepared for the classroom the day they graduate. Here are some career opportunities available for music education graduates.
Music education teachers get classroom experience as part of their student teaching practicum. Here are some of the schools our students get placed.
Of 2019 music education graduates were employed within six months of graduation.
Student-to-faculty ratio with an average class size of 22.
Of students participate in internship or practicum experiences.
At Cornerstone, we believe that your calling is something worth being passionate about. As a music education major, you are passionate about both cultivating thriving classrooms and self-expression through music. That’s why we equip you with tools to prepare for your future and pursue your calling wherever you’re at.
As a music major at Cornerstone, you have the incredible opportunity to perform in ensembles, take lessons in your instrument and even travel the country and the world. Studying music immerses you into your passions and cultivates your God-given gifts. Not only that, but it also opens the door to ceaseless possibilities.
Caleb VanderMaas (B.Mus. ’23)The Music department at Cornerstone inspires me not only through my college musical endeavors but also in my personal musical goals too.
Faculty in the music education program have experience in K-12 music classrooms and are equipped to teach students innovative methodologies in music education.
Our Communication, Media & Music Division has several programs that are flexible and diverse. Take a look at some of the other degree programs we offer.
