表演音乐学士学位是面向学生的职业预科课程，其目的是从事音乐表演者的职业。表演课程的录取可以通过录音带进行，也可以通过录音带进行，也可以亲自参加。希望参加此计划的学生在选择的乐器或声音上达到最高的演奏标准。如果这是他或她的愿望，则着重于使学生能够在研究生层次上继续深造。
The University of New Mexico Department of Music aims to provide the highest quality musical education, in order to make a substantial contribution to the cultural life of its region and the world by reinforcing the integral value of music in society.<br><br>Our programs strive to develop the complete musician, one who is not solely interested in his or her primary instrument, but one who engages the world around them with and through their music. UNM has the largest performance faculty in the state, and students in all degree plans have access to one-on-one instruction on their instrument. A program that prepares individuals to teach music and music appreciation programs at various educational levels.