The Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Liberal Arts includes the General Education Requirements, the Music Core, a minor (or second major) in a discipline other than music, and electives to total 120 semester hours. This emphasis serves as a traditional liberal arts education. Students with dual interests and abilities will benefit from this degree offering. The Liberal Arts emphasis allows for a traditional liberal arts education, with a minor or second major in another field. This can also be used for a second degree, with an earlier non-music degree serving as the second major. The Department of Music curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge of their musical heritage and the great masterworks of music literature. Additionally, a foundation in theoretical studies and musical skills allows students to understand and appreciate music in an intellectual manner. Performance experience develops technical skills and artistic sensitivity. All of the department's programs are based in the liberal arts in the belief that a broad, general education is an appropriate preparation for both the well-rounded musician and the educated individual.