Bachelor of Music in Music Education – Choral
Use Music to Inspire Your Students with Our Bachelor’s Degree in Choral Music Education
Music teachers have the unique opportunity and responsibility to speak into the lives of their students. Our Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music Education – Choral degree is designed to give you foundational knowledge to teach music from a biblical worldview.
Throughout this choral music degree program, you can discover how to arrange music for choral performances, direct a choral ensemble, and help your students improve their vocal performance. When you earn your degree from one of the leading Christian universities in the world, you can explore how to use music as a medium to inspire your students and make an impact on their lives for eternity.
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Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
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Highlights
Highlights of Our BM in Music Education – Choral Degree
Develop Your Skills as a Choral Music Leader
Gain expertise in vocal technique, conducting, and choral ensemble leadership to prepare for a career in music education, worship ministry, or professional performance.
Perform in Acclaimed Ensembles
Join renowned Liberty University choral groups, participate in concerts, and perform in a variety of styles, from classical and gospel to contemporary and sacred music.
Study Under Experienced Vocal and Conducting Faculty
Study under seasoned choral directors, vocalists, and music educators who provide mentorship and industry insights to help you refine your artistry and leadership abilities.
Prepare for a Future in Music Education or Ministry
With a strong foundation in choral conducting, vocal pedagogy, and ensemble performance, you can become equipped to lead choirs in schools, churches, and professional music organizations.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with Our BM in Music Education – Choral Degree
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Music in Music Education with a specialization in choral can help you prepare to pursue the following occupations:
- Band director
- Choir director
- Primary and secondary music education teacher
- Private voice teacher
- Music ministry
#4 Best College Campus in America
At Liberty, you’ll find an affordable, high-quality education designed to help equip students like you for the real world. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as the #4 Best College Campus in America by Niche.com.
Earning your degree from a nonprofit university with state-of-the-art resources like ours can help set you apart from your peers.
Courses
What Will You Study in Our Choral Music Education Bachelor’s Degree Program?
Throughout our BM in Music Education – Choral program, you will study many foundational aspects of music as well as apply what you study to real-world performance and teaching situations. Beginning with harmonic practices and theory, you will take music classes that focus on theory and methodology, such as basic conducting and music technology. You will also have opportunities to participate in ensemble performances as well as study both a primary and secondary instrument.
Equally important to your BM degree are the teacher-licensure classes, where you will study teaching methods and gain experience in elementary, middle, and high school classrooms. You will also examine how to teach vocal performance under the guidance of a professor from the School of Music.
Featured BM in Music Education with a Specialization in Choral Courses
MUSC 200 – Music, Art, Worship, and Culture
MUSC 316 – Choral Conducting
Degree Information
- This program falls under the School of Music
- View the Degree Completion Plan
- Check out our course catalog
- Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
BENEFITS
Why Choose Liberty’s BM in Choral Music Education Degree?
Training Musicians to Glorify God
At Liberty University, we are committed to helping you use your musical gifts for a higher purpose – to glorify God. Through Christ-centered instruction and mentorship, we seek to prepare you to make a meaningful impact in the music industry, ministry, or wherever your calling leads. Our goal is to equip you not only with musical excellence but also with a strong spiritual foundation.
Cutting-Edge Facilities for Hands-On Experience
Our School of Music offers state-of-the-art classrooms, rehearsal spaces, recording studios, and performance venues – all designed to give you the hands-on experience. Whether you’re refining your technique, recording original music, or preparing for live performances, you’ll have access to tools and environments that mirror real-world industry standards.
Faculty with Real-World Expertise
Our professors have earned degrees from some of the most prestigious music schools in the country and bring decades of industry and academic experience into the classroom. They are dedicated to helping you grow as a musician by fostering a collaborative, supportive environment where your unique style and skills can flourish.
Diverse Performance Opportunities
As one of the top 10 largest schools of music in the nation, we offer an impressive range of ensembles and performance groups. Whether you’re interested in LU Praise – our dynamic gospel choir – or Libertad – a vibrant Latino-style praise band – you can find opportunities to express your creativity, build your résumé, and share your passion with diverse audiences.
Admissions
How Do You Become a BM in Music Education – Choral Student?
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Admission essay
Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
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