Music

The Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music inspires and develops students in pursuit of professional careers in music. Embracing a proven curriculum, opportunities for cross disciplinary collaboration, and close mentorship with our renowned music faculty, our undergraduate and graduate student body is empowered to thrive and become leaders in the field of music and the communities they serve.

The department also provides students opportunities to perform in multiple instrumental and vocal ensembles, regardless of their major field of study. We full immerse students in the cultural study of music, its composition, performance techniques, education, history, and more.

At Lamar University you can sing in a chorus, go to a live performance, compose an original piece, and enjoy music of various genres and play your instruments, all while refining your natural gifts and talents.

How To Apply

Request Information

Music Major for a Day

Hire Musicians/Group

The Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music Brass Area funds many student and faculty events throughout the academic year and beyond. Your generous support helps to fund our annual festivals and outreach events.

Contributions also help to fund various projects by the Cardinal Brass Quintet (Lamar Brass Faculty) such as our upcoming album Hope Over Troubled Waters. This album features newly commissioned works by Lamar faculty, alumni, and internationally renowned composers. This will be the first ever Lamar faculty album, and your generosity will help bring it to life.

Donate Now!

Degrees and Programs

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Bachelor of Music (B.M.)

Music Education (band or choir)
Performance
Composition

Master of Music (M.M.)

Music Education (Fully Online Program)
Performance

Minor in Music

Your Future

Majoring in music allows for ample opportunity beyond the classroom! With a degree from our department, you can be successful in any one of these careers: