Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance
Find Your Unique Style with Our Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance Degree Program
Are you looking to enhance your vocal talent and earn a college degree in an area that interests you? Our Bachelor of Music (BM) in Vocal Performance degree can help provide you with foundational training to perform in various genres and discover your unique style.
Throughout our vocal performance bachelor’s program, you can study 1-on-1 with our distinguished faculty members, who are committed to mentoring you as you further your vocal skills and enter the world of music performance. As one of the largest Christian universities in the world, our bachelor’s degree in vocal performance can prepare you to be a Champion for Christ in the music industry – wherever God calls you to perform.
Credit Hours
View CoursesNext start date: Aug 18, 2025
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Highlights
Highlights of Our BM in Vocal Performance Degree Program
Explore Diverse Musical Styles
Participate in a variety of our School of Music ensembles that draw on folk and bluegrass, a cappella, and Latino styles.
Real-World Music Industry Experience
Liberty Music Group (LMG) is our School of Music’s professional music publishing and recording company, and this student-run label provides students, staff, and faculty with the opportunity to publish their work.
LU Praise on the Global Stage
Our LU Praise choir has performed for the President of the United States and as one of the 3 choirs chosen to represent the American Choral Directors Association in China.
Exciting Campus Life
There is always something to do on campus, from NCAA Division I athletics to concerts, student clubs, skiing, snowboarding, or mountain biking at the Liberty Mountain Snowflex Centre, hiking scenic trails, or kayaking on-campus lakes.
Career Potential
What Can You Do with a BM in Vocal Performance?
Liberty University’s Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance can help prepare you to pursue the following occupations:
- Choral conductor
- Opera singer
- Professional recitalist
- Professional voice teacher
#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 Vocal Music Performance Bachelor’s Degree Program?
Throughout our bachelor’s degree in vocal performance, you can study harmonic theory, musicianship, music technology, and piano techniques to help prepare you for a wide range of career opportunities in the music industry. You can work 1-on-1 with an instructor throughout your degree program to increase your vocal technique and performance skills and participate in various choral ensembles.
To help prepare you for more specialized vocal performance careers, you will take 2 semesters of opera and a foreign language. You will also study solo vocal literature and present a senior recital showcasing your vocal skills.
Featured BM in Vocal Performance Courses
MUSC 316 – Choral Conducting
MUSC 330 – Music Technology: Notation and DAW
MUSC 393 – Vocal Diction
MUSC 408 – Vocal Pedagogy
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 Degree in Vocal Performance?
Helping Prepare You for a Future in Music
We are committed to providing you with valuable training for the music industry – whether in performance, education, production, or ministry. Our program is designed to help you grow as both a skilled musician and a purpose-driven professional, prepared to make an impact through your talents.
One of the Nation’s Largest and Most Diverse Music Schools
As one of the top 10 largest schools of music in the country, Liberty offers a wide array of classes and performance opportunities. From opera workshops to our elite Chamber Singers ensemble, we hope you’ll find the space to explore your interests, challenge yourself artistically, and connect with fellow musicians.
Access to Industry-Standard Facilities
Our campus features state-of-the-art classrooms, rehearsal studios, recording spaces, and performance halls – all designed to support your development as a musician. These professional-grade facilities are available to you throughout your studies, giving you valuable hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Study Under Experienced Faculty
At Liberty, you’ll be taught and mentored by faculty members who hold degrees from some of the world’s most prestigious music institutions and have performed on stages across the globe. Their expertise and mentorship can help guide you as you sharpen your skills, grow your confidence, and work toward your goals.
Admissions
How Do You Become a Bachelor’s in Music – Vocal Performance 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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