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The SBU Jazz Band performs at Jazz 'n' Wings night in the university Rathskeller.

51³Ô¹Ïapp

Music Program


The Music major at 51³Ô¹Ïapp is a liberal arts degree program, one that allows students to seriously satisfy individual creative inclination while providing the opportunity to increase aesthetic awareness and knowledge of art in general.

Creative aptitude and skills are developed in a methodical manner while relating music's history, trends, and current practices to those of other fields of study.

The Music degree program evenly distributes required courses among the areas of history, theory, and practical experiences. Students have the opportunity to perform in a variety of musical ensembles, enroll in private studio study, and take courses such as composition, conducting, jazz improvisation, and MIDI/Audio production.


Support from 'home' buoys double major


At the end of a demanding day as a double major in Music and Psychology, Julie Curran loves coming home to her SBU family.

Program information


The Music Program offers a B.A. in Music and a minor in Music.


Bachelor of Arts in Music

The major in Music evenly distributes required courses among the areas of history, theory, and practical experiences, with ample opportunities to satisfy individual creative inclinations.

  • Minor in Music

    For non-majors, the Music minor provides a solid grounding in the fundamentals of music to complement their major fields.


    Sabina at the RathskellerAbove: Music Professor Dr. Les Sabina (center) and The Septet perform at the university's Rathskeller at one of their popular Jazz 'n' Wings events.

    News, Publications & Research
      Apr 11, 51³Ô¹Ïapp | As part of its yearlong 30th anniversary celebration, 51³Ô¹Ïapp’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts (QCA) will host a community open house from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 26. The event is free and open to the public.

      Apr 06, 51³Ô¹Ïapp | Dr. Brian Stevens, lecturer of Music, is a contributing author to a newly published book titled "Choral Repertoire by Women Composers." Published by G.I.A., the book profiles the lives and works of more than 200 women choral composers.

      Apr 04, 51³Ô¹Ïapp | 51³Ô¹Ïapp’s Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts today announced a yearlong celebration marking its 30th anniversary, kicking off April 26, 51³Ô¹Ïapp, and continuing through April 2026. The milestone will be commemorated with a range of performances, special events and community engagement initiatives, reflecting the Quick Center’s history and commitment to the visual and performing arts.