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Music at Northwestern

The Department of Music & Theatre provides an environment that fosters musical and academic excellence, Christian community, and exceptional preparation for the next generation of musicians and leaders. Vocal and instrumental music ensembles are open to students of all majors.

Instrumental Ensembles
Instrumental Ensembles

Explore instrumental ensembles at Northwestern. Ensemble offerings serve both the aspiring music performer…
Vocal Ensembles
Vocal Ensembles

Explore vocal ensembles at Northwestern. Ensemble offerings serve both the aspiring music performer as well…
Music & Theatre Events
Music & Theatre Events

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Academy of Music
Academy of Music

The Academy of Music seeks to provide quality musical instruction and performance opportunities for…

Majors and Programs

The music program offers the following degrees preparing you for a variety of music-related careers or top graduate programs in music.

Music

Music Composition

Music Education

Music Performance

Music Minor

Music Composition Minor

Songwriting Minor

Performing Opportunities

Instrumental EnsemblesVocal Ensembles
Jazz EnsembleAmata Women’s Chorale
Chamber EnsemblesCon Brio Men’s Chorus
Symphonic BandNorthwestern Choir
UNW OrchestraOpera Workshop

Academy of Music Events & News

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Meet your Professors

Our faculty are experienced musicians and passionate about using their musical talents to worship the Lord.

Kristen Bugos

Kristen Bugos, Ph.D.

Chair, Department of Music & Theatre
Associate Professor of Music…
Mail

kmbugos@unwsp.edu

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Timothy Sawyer

Timothy Sawyer, M.M.

Director of Choral Activities & Professor of Music:…

Timothy Sawyer enjoys an active and varied career as a conductor, educator, clinician, and professional…
Cassandra Bechard

Cassandra Bechard, D.M.A.

Director of Bands
Associate Professor of Music

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Carla Meineke

Carla Meineke

Office Manager, Department of Music & Theatre
Mail

music@unwsp.edu

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