Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Music Education] From Benedictine University

Music teaching is about guiding inexperienced musicians in developing their musicianship, and a big part of that process is always demonstrating high levels of personal musicianship. Benedictine helps to prepare outstanding music educators who will be positive role models and serve in music education leadership positions. Students who major in Music Education at Benedictine learn music education alongside experienced educators. You study pedagogical and performance techniques and collaborative skills through ensemble and teaching experiences. You develop the levels of teaching, communication, listening and reading skills necessary to earn teacher certification. Music Education majors study both instrumental and choral teaching because music teachers are more hirable when you are able to teach singing techniques, at least one instrument and conduct a full band, choir or orchestra. You also develop your teaching skills through involvement in master classes, methods courses, field experiences, student teaching and research projects.