Sul Ross State University
A Member of the Texas State University System

Music Program

Summer Music Camp Information

See the Spring 2009 Concert Schedule (PDF, 93.2 KB)

The Music Program of the Department of Fine Arts and Communication offers opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Course offerings include music theory, music history and literature, as well as private instruction in keyboard, voice, guitar, woodwinds and brass. The goals of the SRSU Music Program are to:

• provide exceptional educational opportunities for undergraduate students pursuing music as a major or minor
• serve the musical needs of the university community
• provide performance opportunities for students, faculty, and guest musicians
• provide outreach to the local community in the form of mentorships with younger students as well as public concerts

For the student interested in music as a career, the bachelor of arts provides an in-depth understanding of music. The degree may serve as a foundation for a career in music.The bachelor of arts, coupled with the certification requirements of the Education Department, qualifies a student to teach music in private and public schools, grades K-12.

Considering the increasing number of teaching positions, the BA in music with certification is a most practical degree for students with an interest in music.

For those students not interested in certification, the music program can help prepare students for opportunities in the music field such as teaching in the private studio, music business and merchandising, music composition and arranging, and music technology.

Students may choose music as a minor. A music minor carries no certification but affords the student the opportunity to develop musical skills and to further explore musical creativity.

Performing ensembles include University Choir, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble and Pep Band. These ensembles are open to both majors and non-majors.

Scholarship funds are readily available for those interested in participating in ensembles. Substantial scholarships are available for students who wish to major in music.

Any student interested in music may join the Sul Ross Music Club, which supports musical activities on campus and provides opportunities for leadership and fellowship among all students interested in music.

SRSU Music Program facilities include a Band Hall; Choir Room; multimedia library; specially designed practice rooms; a MIDI-capable keyboard and recording lab; two indoor and two outdoor performance facilities; and audio/video recording studios shared with the communication program.

Students in the music program are active across the campus and in the community. The instrumental and vocal ensembles perform regularly during the year at university events and concerts. The Jazz Ensemble along with other instrumental and vocal groups tour surrounding areas. These ensembles have been featured on radio and satellite broadcasts throughout West Texas and across the country.