A bachelor of arts in music from EMU prepares graduates for work in music education, in performance, in graduate school, and in other music-related professions. Our small size means you'll have great opportunities to perform, create and educate. Our faculty are passionate about connecting music with community, intercultural experiences and service. Even if you're not a music major you can join an ensemble, or play in the orchestra or jazz band. Music is an important part of the EMU community. Visit our music ensembles page for more info.
Explore the intersections of music and peacebuilding with a hands-on, interdisciplinary major that tailors elective courses and practicum to a student's career goals.
A music minor will allow you to study music with another degree.
EMU's newest minor provides an accessible way for students interested in music, but who might lack the formal training other music minors require, to follow their passion.
Specialties: Piano, Music History, Improvisation
Teaches Courses Like: Applied Piano, Music History, American Popular Music
Specialties: Conducting, Orchestra, Choir, Music Theory
Teaches Courses Like: Chamber Orchestra, Chamber Choir, Conducting, Music Theory
Specialties: Brass, Conducting, Jazz, Music Theory, Musical Theater
Teaches Courses Like: Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Brass Methods, Music Theory, Musical Theater
Specialty: Voice
Specialities: Percussion, Jazz, Music Technology
Teaches Courses Like: Music Technology, Percussion, Jazz Combo, Music Theory
Specialty: Violin
Specialty: Songwriting
Music Faculty
Department Chair, Assistant Professor
David Berry
Assistant Professor
Benjamin Bergey
Assistant Professor
Kyle Remnant
Adjunct Voice Faculty
Olivia Rominiyi
Assistant Professor
Benjamin Guerrero
Adjunct Violin Faculty
Maria Lorcas
Adjunct Professor
Shannon Kiser
Adjunct Music Faculty
Trent Wagler
Both majors and non-majors participate in music events and performances at EMU. Community members, parents, faculty, staff, students and friends are welcome to attend concerts and other events. SVCC events require tickets. Most other events are by donation.
See the full schedule of music department events or check out our arts calendar to see a wider range of arts events.
A week-long summer music festival devoted to the music of Bach.
Providing the highest quality music education for elementary and high school students in the Shenandoah Valley.
A nationally acclaimed children's choir based in Harrisonburg, Virginia
