Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance | School of Music

A wealth of opportunities for singers to learn and perform.

As a voice major at Mizzou, you’ll have many chances to perform, both as a soloist and as a member of an ensemble. Each student has an hour-long private lesson each week, in addition to a weekly studio class. There are a variety of choral ensembles, which, along with a thriving opera workshop, rehearse several times each week. Students also have the opportunity to work with instrumentalists in the rehearsal and performance of chamber works, as well as with invited guest clinicians in master classes.

Voice students participate in concerts and on campus, such as the Voice/Piano Collaborative Recital with Fortepiano, the Friends of Music Gala, Convocation recitals, degree recitals, and community outreach performances. Voice majors also participate in National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) and Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) competitions. The Opera Workshop presents scenes every fall semester, and a fully staged production and a program of staged arias each spring semester.

Program Outcomes

Develop proficiency in identifying the elements of music and apply this knowledge in composition, education, performance, and research.
Examine and evaluate the historical, cultural, and social contexts that shape music and its impact.
Articulate musical ideas through composition, performance, and research.
Demonstrate technical proficiency, expressive interpretation, and artistic creativity in solo and ensemble performances on voice or instrument, showcasing mastery of repertoire from diverse musical genres and styles.
Collaborate within rehearsals and performances, exhibiting effective communication, ensemble skills, and teamwork in achieving musical excellence and artistic expression.
Prepare for professional performance opportunities, auditions, competitions, and career pathways in music performance, including developing promotional materials, audition repertoire, and networking strategies.
Develop pedagogical expertise to effectively teach music across diverse learning environments.