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The Music Department at Marylhurst University
Known for its unique combination of traditional music studies and nurture of individual students, the Marylhurst University Music Department offers a broad range of programs and courses for the major and non-major alike. With small classes and well-respected faculty, the Music Department seeks to work with each student to develop their own unique musical talents.
Music has been a vibrant aspect of Marylhurst education since the school’s founding in 1893. In 1961 the Music Department became an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music, making it the oldest continuously active member in the Portland area. In 2000 the music therapy program was established at Marylhurst. It is the only music therapy program in the Northwest, and is an example of the department’s commitment to outreach and music quality.
Degrees and Certificates
BA in Music
Bachelor of Music in Composition
Bachelor of Music in Performance
- Jazz Performance
- Piano Pedagogy
- Piano Performance
- Voice Pedagogy
- Voice Performance
Bachelor of Music Therapy (BMT)
Certificate in Sacred Music
Music Minor
Applications / Auditions
It is recommended that students apply and audition as early as possible. Applications must be received two weeks prior to audition date.
Admissions & Auditions for Music Programs
Preparatory Music Program
Marylhurst also offers private music lessons for young musicians, pre-school through high school.
Marylhurst Preparatory Music Program
