Music (Popular Music), BA

Arizona State University - Kaplan International

Arizona State University's music facilities include: Jazz Complex, Music Library, Organ Hall, Concert Hall and Recital Hall. The School of Music presents 800 plus recitals and concerts each year. The Bachelor of Arts program in music offers a popular music concentration, accommodating musicians who are interested in various popular music genres, such as singers, songwriters, laptop performers, producers, composers, instrumentalists and vocalists. Students can choose between performer and nonperformer tracks, following a flexible major map. The program equips all students with foundational skills in musicianship, preparing them for specialized areas such as songwriting, production, composition, performance and more. Students engage in group and individual applied study, with opportunities that involve visiting artists and include industry exposure and professional development. Internships offer practical experience, while a capstone senior year deepens their craft. Students need a personal laptop with digital audio workstation capability, which may require purchasing music software applications. Classes are held at ASU's Downtown Phoenix campus.

Arizona State University, Main campus