Students majoring in music can choose from three tracks at Bates College: performance, composition, or cultural musicology. Music is studied from cultural, historical, theoretical, creative and interpretive perspectives. The instructors at Bates College even allow interdisciplinary work for students wishing to tailor their music education. Those interested in performance will find a variety of choirs and bands available at Bates College.
Bates College
Department of Music
Lewiston, ME 04240
207-786-6137
bates.edu
This private liberal arts college offers top-tier musical opportunities for students. Majors in music will be exposed to the range of music theory and composition, as well as surveys of music history throughout the world. Those particularly interested in classical music, jazz, or world music will find a strong fit at the Bowdoin College Department of Music.
Bowdoin College
Department of Music
5000 College Station
Brunswick, ME 04011
207-725-3321
bowdoin.edu
This active music department features performers, composers, conductors, theorists and scholars. Its program combines liberal arts education with a variety of music programs. With 8 faculty and 20 instructors covering a range of courses and styles, they are among the most respected teacher-performers in New England. Colby College Department of Music sponsors more than 40 concerts each year, along with various ensembles and choirs.
Colby College
Department of Music
4800 Mayflower Hill
Waterville, ME 04901
207-621-3274
colby.edu
Three programs at the University of Maine focus on music, music education and performance. The Bachelor of Arts in Music follows a liberal arts education. Music education allows concentrations on instrumental, voice or piano, while preparing students to teach at both the elementary or secondary level. The School of Performing Arts offers a strong focus on jazz studies.
University of Maine
School of Performing Arts
5788 Class of 1944 Hall
Orono, ME 04469
207-581-4702
umaine.edu
This university attracts music students, both young and old. Its bachelor programs in music focus primarily on jazz and contemporary music. Other styles are incorporated into basic courses, including music theory, composition, performance, music history music technology and business.
University of Maine-Augusta
Department of Music
46 University Drive
Augusta, ME 04330
207-621-3274
uma.maine.edu
This school of music guides students via outstanding educators, composers and performers on the faculty. The school offers coursework in various music types and performance. Many University of Southern Maine music graduates go on to outstanding careers in the music industry.
University of Southern Maine
Department of Music
Gorham, ME 04038
207-780-5265
usm.maine.edu