Associate of Arts in Songwriting
Nashville, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 19,995 / per semester
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Introduction
Trevecca’s Associate of Arts in songwriting is a two-year program that allows you to turn your passion for songwriting into a degree. You’ll take part in foundational classes like Music Fundamentals, Basic Concepts of Audio Technology, Guitar for the Songwriter, and Introduction to Songwriting, as well as have opportunities for advanced songwriting lessons and private guitar and piano lessons.
Program Benefits
- Learn from faculty who have valuable industry experience and contacts and who make an effort to know you personally.
- Enjoy our small class sizes and supportive campus community.
- Take advantage of incredible internships and job opportunities available in the exciting Nashville music scene.
What to Expect
As a student in Trevecca’s Associate of Arts in songwriting program, you’ll learn from faculty with professional experience in a variety of roles in the music industry. Comprised of talented instrumentalists, vocalists, songwriters and industry experts, our music faculty knows how to create a successful career in today’s music industry, and they’ll share that wisdom and experience with you.
Your degree also gives you a solid foundation on which to continue your studies. Trevecca offers the following bachelor’s degrees in music:
- Commercial music
- Music performance
- Music education
- Music and worship
- Theory and composition
Why Choose Trevecca?
Founded in 1901 and a leader in online education for more than two decades, Trevecca helps students discover and pursue an individual calling by providing innovative instruction; cultivating a supportive, Christ-centered community; and establishing relationships that open doors.
Recognized nationally and locally for academic quality, Trevecca has earned a reputation for providing the world with servant leaders, problem solvers, and difference makers. Trevecca’s holistic approach to education encompasses intellectual, social, emotional, physical, and spiritual growth.
As a Christian university, we offer programs that explore the ways faith intersects with your field of study. This means you can gain your songwriting degree in a supportive, Christian community with small classroom sizes and engaged faculty members who care about you, your faith, and your goals.
Curriculum
General Education — 14 hours
Foundations Tier — 5 hours
English/Communications (Choose one) — 3 hours
- ENG 1020 English Composition I 3
- ENG 1080 English Composition II: Critical Reading, Writing, and Thinking 3
- COM 1010 Speech Communication 3
Intercultural Literacy — 2 hours
- MUS 2440 World Music and Culture 2
Contexts Tier — 9 hours
Religion — 6 hours
- REL 2000 Introduction to Biblical Faith 3
- REL 3000 Christian Tradition 3
World Civilization/World Aesthetics/Philosophy — 3 hours
- MUS 1500 Fine Arts 3
Additional Requirement for Freshmen — 3 hours
- INT 1100 Life, Calling, and Purpose 3
Songwriting Major Core — 24 hours
- MCM 1050 Basic Concepts of Audio Technology 3
- MCM 1650 Applied Theory for Songwriters I 2
- MCM 1655 Applied Theory for Songwriters II 2
- MCM 16--/17-- Class/Elective Piano or Guitar 4
- MCM 1720 Elective Private Voice 1-2
- MCM 2000 Intermediate Songwriting 2
- MCM 2500 Advanced Songwriting 2
- MCM 2780 The Working Musician 2
- MCM 4015 Recording Project Capstone 1
- MCM 4780 Songwriting Lessons 1-2
- MUS 1200 Recital Attendance 0
- MCM 1720: 2 hours required
- MCM 4780: 4 hours required
Required Support Courses — 9 hours
- BUS 2300 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management 3
- MUB 1100 Survey of Music Business 3
- MUB 2220 Music Publishing 3
General Electives — 10 hours
Total Credit Hours: 60
Career Opportunities
With your associate degree in songwriting from Trevecca, you’ll be well-prepared to continue on to a four-year program in a related field or to start your career as a songwriter with the skills and training you need to succeed.
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