If you areÌýinterested in minoring in music, the Conservatory of Music offers several options. For most minors, you will need to audition either during the annualÌýaudition days or just before the start of theÌýsemester. Students admitted to the music minor program will be assigned a faculty advisor to direct their course of study.

CurrentÌýstudentsÌýshould contact Coordinator of Academic Affairs and Student Services Veronica Henderson for an application.

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Minor in Jazz Studies

If you have an interest in jazz but want to major in another area, this minor is for you. Typically, applicantsÌýplayed in their high school jazz ensemble and want to continue their personal musical development and exploration. Comprising 20 units, the Jazz Studies Minor still gives students the opportunity for applied lessons and participation in ensembles.ÌýFor specific course requirements, please refer to theÌýUniversity's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music History

This minor is only open to music majors.ÌýStudents must complete a minimum of 22 units and 7 courses, whichÌýinclude four upper division music history courses, one semester of German, one additional course in the liberal artsÌýand a semester of individualized research.ÌýFor specific course requirements, please refer to theÌýUniversity's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music Theory

ThisÌýminorÌýis available only to music majors (exceptÌýMusic Composition) as a secondary area to extendÌýknowledge of music, support performance activities or build on yourÌýcompositional interests.ÌýStudents must complete a minimum of 22 units and 7 courses, whichÌýinclude upper division study in music analysis, counterpoint, orchestration and computer music.ÌýFor specific course requirements, please refer to theÌýUniversity's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music Management

Explore career options in the music and entertainment industries while pursuing any other major area of study. Students must complete a minimum of 20 units and 6 courses, whichÌýinclude two foundational courses and an internship while consulting with the Program Director to choose additional coursework within a range of music management courses that will best match your individual areas of interest. No audition or performance of music is required to earn this minor. For specific course requirements, please refer to theÌýUniversity's General Catalog.

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Minor in Music

This minor is forÌýnon-music majorsÌýwho have an interest and ability in music.ÌýStudents admitted to the Music Minor program are assigned a faculty advisor to direct their courseÌýof study.ÌýStudents must complete a minimum of 21 units and 10 courses. For specific course requirements, please refer to theÌýUniversity's General Catalog.