1. The students will demonstrate proficiency in performance and theoretical musical skills that will enable them to be successful musicians.
2. The students will demonstrate a grasp of historical/cultural perspectives on the world of music.
3. The students will develop critical thinking skills about music (i.e., analysis, critical listening, performance evaluation).
4. The students will exemplify professional excellence in their areas of focus (i.e., education, performance, composition) that will make them attractive to employers in the sacred/secular music marketplace.