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WELCOME

The Department of Music at Sonoma State University is a place where students can thrive in a dynamic and creative atmosphere. We emphasize high-quality performance experiences and applied practical training. Each student's educational goals are guided by our knowledgeable and supportive faculty. 

Our program prepares students for professional careers as performers, K–12 music educators, studio teachers, and composers. We offer a multitude of performing ensembles, both large and small, in instrumental, choral, jazz, chamber, opera, and musical theatre. Our students have opportunities to perform in the Green Music Center's world-class venues, Weill Hall and Schroeder Recital Hall, and engage with the steady stream of professional guest artists who appear here. 

The department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and offers Bachelor of Music degrees in Performance, Music Education (Pre-Certification), Jazz Studies and Composition; and Bachelor of Arts degrees in Liberal Arts.

Admission to the Department of Music's programs is by Audition Only. Information about auditions can be found on the Prospective Student Auditions page.

Spotlight

Tuba Day
SSU Tuba/Euphonium Day

Events

20
NOV
Jazz Combos
Concert Jazz Ensemble II & Latin Band
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Schroeder Hall

22
NOV
Symphony Orchestra - Viva Mexico!
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
23
NOV
Rock Collegium
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
24
NOV
2
DEC
Jazz Forum David Weiss
1:00 pm – 2:45 pm
2
DEC
Brass & Percussion Ensembles
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
4
DEC
Chamber Music Ensembles
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Advising

Advising. It's that uncomfortable subject again. In case you missed the Advising section on the menu above, here it is again. Don't worry! We will guide you through all the steps to avoid nasty scheduling problems in the future.