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Department of Music
Prepare to Thrive in the Music Industry
The School of the Arts at Azusa Pacific University is housed in the School of the Arts. This innovative arts community, grounded in the Christian faith, is dedicated to preparing students to excel as talented music professionals. Close proximity to Los Angeles provides students abundant learning opportunities in a world-class music culture.
The school offers a number of undergraduate music majors, including Bachelor of Music (BM) degrees in Commercial Music, Composition, Music Education (Pre-Teacher Certification), Music and Worship, and Performance.
At the graduate level, the school offers Master of Music (MM) programs in Conducting, and Performance Degree.
The School of the Arts also houses numerous vocal and instrumental music ensembles. Learn more about the ensembles and audition information.
Articles
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Global Engagement Series: Cameron Faiai ’26 Spreads Joy Through Music in the Philippines
![Victoria Gautto smiling](/_resources/images/articles/international_voices_victoria_gautto.jpg)
International Voices: Victoria Gautto ’24 Discovers Endless Possibilities While Following Her Dreams
![Mark Gasbarro during concert in front of his piano](/_resources/images/articles/faculty_friday_mark_gasbarrro.jpg)
Faculty Friday: Mark Gasbarro — Renowned Pianist Brings the Best in Both Music and Teaching
![Helena Mayer singing](/_resources/images/articles/helena_mayer.jpg)
Helena Mayer ’20: Reaching the Lost Through Music
![Warner Bros theater that was hosting College of Arts event](/_resources/images/articles/school_of_arts_hosts_industry.jpg)
School of the Arts Hosts Industry Spotlight at Warner Bros. Studios
![Julia Stone: Re-imaging Church Worship Music](/_resources/images/articles/julia_stone_article.jpg)
Julia Stone: Re-imaging Church Worship Music
![Beatrice Buob leading the choir](/_resources/images/articles/beatrice_buob.jpg)
Beatrice Buob ’03: Sharing the Gospel Through
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