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Music History Major (B.Mus.) at McGill University

McGill University, Canada

Programme overview

A 124-credit Bachelor of Music major (92 credits plus a 32-credit Foundation requirement for out-of-province students) on the place of music in cultural contexts, social conditions of musicians, evolution of performing styles and musical meaning.

Faculty: Schulich School of Music  |  Department: Music Research  |  Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

What you will study

Western classical tradition, jazz and popular idioms; theory and practical musicianship and keyboard training; sample courses MUHL 186, MUHL 286, MUPD 235.

Career pathways

Preparation for graduate study in musicology, journalism, information sciences, arts administration and teaching; roles such as musicologist, music instructor, music librarian, music journalist, community programmer.

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