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West Virginia University

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Region

Morgantown,

West Virginia,

United States

Faculty

Brittany Blair

Program summary

West Virginia University offers undergraduate & graduate degree programs in Performance, Music Therapy, Music & Health, Music Business & Industry, Composition, Musicology, and Music Education. Harpists pursuing other fields may continue their studies through a performance minor or harp lessons. Performance opportunities include orchestra, band, film score ensemble, chamber, and more! Students at WVU receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for a variety of careers after graduation.

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Type of school

University

Music and arts degrees offered

  • Bachelor of Music
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Music Education
  • Master of Music
  • Master of Arts
  • Master of Music Education
  • Doctor of Musical Arts
  • Artist Diploma or Certificate

Lessons available for non-majors?

Yes

Harp minor offered?

Yes

Number of school harps

3

Space provided for personal harps?

Yes

more about this program

This program is best suited for students who:

"enjoy large ensembles, chamber music, and would like lots of playing experience"

What sets this program apart from others is:

"unlimited performance opportunities at school and in the community"

Students who graduate from this program go on to:

"Graduate school, performance careers, music educators and music therapists"

The three words that best describe this school's environment are:

"Personalized, supportive, comprehensive"

Additional info

Thanks to a generous grant, the WVU Harp Studio owns six small harps (harpsicles) for use in the WVU Community Music Program, Music Therapy & Music Education classes, and community outreach programs/performances!

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