Music
Your Song Belongs Here
Does rhythm rock your soul? Do you concoct concertos in your dreams? Imagine a campus composed of like-minded musicians playing your tune. We give you balanced, hands-on training beyond the notes through our comprehensive liberal arts approach to building well-rounded, industry-ready skills. If you’re ready to make your mark, we will help make it happen.
Major
With five distinct, fully accredited degrees in music (by the National Association of Schools of Music), we are committed to developing every single student’s viewpoint, making new, interesting sounds on and off-stage.
Minor
Motivated to enrich your musical prowess in harmony with your other educational goals? At Keene State, Music minors are in tune with our dynamic, robust programs that finesse exceptional skills instrumental both in the world of sound and a score of related professions.
Programs of Study
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James Slipp ’25 Has a Song to Share And A Conversation That He’s Happy To Start"I was nervous when I had to audition as a vocal major. I was worried about not being accepted. But I found just the opposite here … professors and students who were so accommodating, who were there cheering me on and wanting to lift me up.”Learn More -
Music Major Simon Furze’s Movement Earns Place In Premiere Collaborative Student ConcertoSimon Furze ’24 is one of four Keene State students who wrote and submitted short excerpts – 60 to 90 seconds long – for full orchestra and had them workshopped and recorded by SNH last October. Simon’s work, Mountain, is one of four overall selected movements that comprise the finished concerto.Learn More
Find Your Potential
Students interested in becoming a music major or minor will need to pass an audition. The Music Department offers four audition dates throughout the spring semester. For information about auditions, or to sign up for an audition through our online portal, please visit our Auditions Portal.
Geoff Edwards '18
Career Opportunities
A Music degree from Keene State can take you in countless directions. Like a song, you may begin thoughtful and steady, then rise high before driving a fast-paced beat bent on a specific path. It’s all about what song you have within you. Our inclusive, student-centered culture empowers you to see where the music takes you so you can say yes to being a studio manager, professor, music director, historian, disc jockey, theater manager, event coordinator, public relations manager, sound engineer, actor, or musician.
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Admissions Office
603-358-2276
229 Main Street
Keene, New Hampshire 03435