Augustana College is widely recognized for its tradition of excellence in music. Students graduate with a Bachelor of Arts degree with the following majors:

• Music
• Music Education
• Music with an emphasis in Sacred Music

The Department of Music offers performance experiences that include international and regional touring, performances in the renowned Great Hall of the Washington Pavilion of Arts and Sciences, and the opportunity to perform and learn from nationally known visiting artists.

Large and chamber ensembles are available in vocal and instrumental studies. Keyboard majors rehearse and perform on the highest quality concert pianos and organs. Class sizes in theory, history and conducting are purposely small to enhance learning and class participation.

Our low student-to-instructor ratio affords music majors individualized attention from faculty who are widely acknowledged as leaders in their specialized areas. Students study applied lessons with several professional players of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra, including members of the Augustana String Quartet, who are in residence at Augustana.