Academic Accelerator - Bachelor of Music - Performance - Percussion

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The University of South Carolina School of Music prepares musicians for professional careers and leadership in music teaching, performance, composition, research and related fields, offering more than 20 degree programs. With a combination of passion and pragmatism, nurturing and virtuosity, cost and value, depth and breadth of opportunity, the School of Music provides a perfect balance of high musical standards, a caring environment vested in student success, and career and musical life preparation. The Bachelor of Music degree offers an excellent general education combined with rigorous training in an area of emphasis (composition, jazz studies, music education, music theory or performance). One-on-one training with world-class faculty and visiting artist/teachers and diverse performance opportunities prepare graduates for the challenges of a career in music. Students can choose one of several areas of emphasis for their bachelor’s of music degree: Composition Area Jazz Studies Area Music Education Area Performance Area Theory Area