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University of Houston – Moores School of Music

Overview

Region

Houston,

Texas,

United States

Faculty

Hope Cowan

Program summary

The University of Houston is a Tier-One public university located in one of the largest and most diverse cities in the US. Harp students have the opportunity to play in orchestra, band, mariachi, chamber music ensembles, and new music ensembles. Students can also major in music education, non-profit arts leadership, music marketing, music therapy, sacred music, and interdisciplinary studies. Harp students benefit from the vibrant arts scene both on and off campus!

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program details

Type of school

University

Music and arts degrees offered

  • Bachelor of Music
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • Bachelor of Music Education
  • Master of Music
  • Master of Music Education
  • Doctor of Musical Arts
  • PhD
  • Performance Diploma or Certificate
  • Professional Studies Certificate
  • Specialist Degree

Lessons available for non-majors?

Yes

Harp minor offered?

No

Number of school harps

2

Space provided for personal harps?

Yes

University of Houston – Moores School of Music

This program is best suited for students who:

"want to develop the necessary skills to pursue careers in music performance, education, and beyond."

What sets this program apart from others is:

"the vibrant arts scene both on and off campus gives harpists many opportunities for exploration."

Students who graduate from this program go on to:

"become professional orchestral harpists, soloists, freelancers, and music educators."

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

"vibrant, exciting, diverse"

The University of Houston is a wonderful place to study music. Students have the opportunity to learn from world-class faculty, and benefit from the many performing arts organizations in the city of Houston. Harp students have the use of two Lyon and Healy concert grand harps, dedicated practice space, and storage space for their personal instruments. Harp students will be able to experience playing in orchestra, opera, ballet, musical theater, mariachi, and new music ensemble. The variety of performing experiences prepares students for their future studies and careers. Students also benefit from the opportunities offered in the wider university, including an Honors College, extracurriculars, the opportunity to double major, and an interdisciplinary arts minor.

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