Bachelor of Education in Music
The Music Education Area at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is a comprehensive program dedicated to providing the public schools with highly trained professionals at all levels. Undergraduate study leads toward the Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree and provides for concentration in one or more of two teaching areas: choral/general music, and instrumental music (band or orchestra). A State of Hawai‘i Teaching Certificate is reciprocally recognized in over 30 other states as well. A minor in music education is also available for students whose primary interest is in another related field.
Undergraduates who are interested in becoming certified to teach music in the public schools normally begin their curriculum under the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) program. Following the successful completion of approximately a third to half of required coursework (about two years), students then apply for admission to the College of Education. During this application period they will undergo a review of their file and transcripts, examinations, a personal interview, and if admitted, proceed to complete the necessary coursework leading to the professional semester (student teaching) and certification.
The undergraduate program in music education offers concentrations in one of two areas: choral/general music or instrumental. These include a well-rounded list of courses in basic musicianship and teaching methods as well as many field-based, hands-on experiences for the prospective music teacher. All students pursuing this degree will receive intensive instruction in all aspects of music teaching K–12 regardless of concentration area. Music education students also participate in the Music Department’s nationally recognized ensembles and perform a solo recital during the Junior or Senior year.
At the completion of this program, the student is prepared to teach general music and choral ensembles at the elementary and secondary levels. Coursework emphasizes performance on a major instrument, teaching guitar and ‘ukulele, world music, music appreciation, music technology, music theory, music history, and student teaching.
Music Requirements
The degree requirements posted here are effective Fall 2019. Students who declared the major before this date may have slightly different requirements. Students are advised to meet with a major advisor regarding the specific requirements that apply to them.
Course
|
Credits
|
Theory and Aural Training
281–2, 283–4, 285–6, 287–8 |
12 |
Music History
265, 266 |
6 |
Applied Music *
232_ [4 times] (4 credits)
332_ [2 times] (4 credits) (includes junior recital) |
8 |
Secondary Instruments
125–6, 225–6 (4 credits total) ** |
4 |
Large Ensembles
414 University Concert Choir |
5 |
Hawaiian Chorus and Asia-Pacific Ensembles
410B Hawaiian Chorus (1 credit)
31_ (1 credit) |
2 |
Chamber Ensembles
410_ (1 credit) |
2 |
Advanced Courses
383 Orchestration (3 credits)
46_ Music Literature (3 credits) |
6 |
Conducting
325 Conducting (1 credit)
326 Conducting (2 credits) |
3 |
Music Education
250 Intro to Music Education (1 credit)
354 General Music Methods (3 credits)
354L General Music Lab (1 credit)
355 Instrumental Methods (3 credits)
355L Instrumental Methods Lab (1 credit)
356 Choral Methods (3 credits)
356L Choral Methods (1 credit)
451 Perspectives on K-12 Music Education (2 credits)
454 Music in Special Education (3 credits)
457 Asian & Pacific Music in Education (3 credits)
Students must gain a cumulative 3.00 in music education courses |
21 |
Techniques and Methods
459 Vocal Pedagogy (3 credits) for voice majors
231B or 231C Applied Voice/Piano* (3 x 1 credit)
121/122/123 Class Guitar/’Ukulele (1-3 credits)
155/156/157/158 Techniques Courses (2 credits)
*Voice majors must take private piano for 3 semesters; all other majors may opt to take voice lessons (231B) |
9 |
Electives (chosen from the following)
450 Contemporary Practices in Music Education (3 credits)
321 Diction (3 credits) |
2 |
Recital Attendance
199 × 4 |
0 |
| Total Credits in Music |
80 |
* Six semesters of applied music are required, culminating in a Junior Recital. One credit is given for each semester of applied music, except for the recital semester, which is two credits.
** If proficient in piano, substitute 410 Alpha or secondary performance area.
At the completion of this program, the student is prepared to teach instrumental music (band, orchestra) in grades 7 through 12. Coursework includes performance on a major instrument, methods classes on all band and orchestra instruments, music theory, music history, and student teaching.
Music Requirements
The degree requirements posted here are effective Fall 2019. Students who declared the major before this date may have slightly different requirements. Students are advised to meet with a major advisor regarding the specific requirements that apply to them.
Course
|
Credits
|
Theory and Aural Training
281–2, 283–4, 285–6, 287–8 |
12 |
Music History
265, 266 |
6 |
Applied Music *
232_ [4 times] (4 credits)
332_ [2 times] (4 credits) (includes junior recital) |
8 |
Secondary Instruments **
125–6, 225–6 |
4 |
Large Ensembles
Choose from
416 Symphony Orchestra
419B Symphonic Wind Ensemble
419C Symphonic Band
419D Concert Band
419E Marching Band |
5 |
Choral Ensembles
414 Concert Choir (1 credit) |
1 |
Small Ensembles
410_ |
2 |
Hawaiian Chorus and Asia-Pacific Ensembles
410B (1 credit)
31_ (1 credit) |
1 |
Techniques and Methods
157 String Techniques (2 credits)
158 Woodwind Techniques (2 credits)
155 Percussion Techniques (2 credits)
156 Brass Techniques (2 credits)
122B Class Voice (1 credit) |
9 |
Conducting
325 Conducting (1 credit)
326 Conducting (2 credits) |
3 |
Advanced Courses
383 Orchestration (3 credits)
46_ Music Literature (3 credits) |
6 |
Music Education
250 Intro to Music Education (1 credit)
354 General Music Methods (3 credits)
354L General Music Lab (1 credit)
355 Instrumental Methods (3 credits)
355L Instrumental Methods Lab (1 credit)
356 Choral Methods (3 credits)
356L Choral Methods (1 credit)
451 Perspectives on K-12 Music Education (2 credits)
454 Music in Special Education (3 credits)
457 Asian and Pacific Music in Education (3 credits)
Students must gain a cumulative 3.00 in music education courses |
21 |
Electives (chosen from the following)
425 Wind Band Literature (2 credits)
450 Contemporary Practices in Music Education (3 credits)
121/122/123 Class Guitar/’Ukulele (1 credit) |
2 |
Recital Attendance
199 × 4 |
0 |
| Total Credits in Music |
80 |
* Six semesters of applied music are required, culminating in a Junior Recital. One credit is given for each semester of applied music, except for the recital semester, which is two credits.
** If proficient in piano, substitute other applied class or applied music with advisor approval.
The Collegiate Chapter of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa consists of both music education and non-music education majors that have an interest in perpetuating the importance of our musical culture through education, performance, and community service. In recent years, the membership has grown dramatically and has assisted with a number of seminars and campus service projects including the painting and refurbishment of the Music Department’s courtyard practice rooms. New members are always encouraged and welcome to join their ranks. More information is available on the organization through their
website.