Music Performance - Organ
- Bachelor of Music
- Major
The repertoire is as diverse as can be performed on any instrument so that you will need a true expert in all forms of sacred and secular expression on the organ and harpsichord. Boyd Jones, DMA, has performed extensively nationally and internationally and has played every sort of organ repertoire imaginable for solo and ensemble performances.
Why Music Performance - Organ at Stetson University?
At the School of Music, you have access to an impressive array of 65 pianos, including multiple Steinway Concert Grands on the Elizabeth Hall stage and a Bosendorfer Imperial Grand in our main instrumental rehearsal hall. As an organist, you'll study under the guidance of our highly experienced faculty member, Boyd Jones, who will help you explore the expressive capabilities of the repertoire on the magnificent 54-Rank Beckerath organ housed in Lee Chapel. You will engage in weekly lessons and master classes, participate in School of Music ensembles, and attend weekly recitals. The rigorous academic coursework and high performance expectations are designed to prepare you for top graduate schools and for careers in church work or performance settings.
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“The organ was an exciting instrument. I love the challenges, the excitement, the depth of sound you can get from a pipe organ.”
Josiah Armes ’07 Music Performance - Organ, entered Stetson at 15 and attended Yale University Institute of Sacred Music
"I have experienced many other instruments, but to this day, the Beckerath Organ is one of my favorites. The tone quality and the action quality and the case are really world-class."
Silviya Mateva '08 Music Performance - Organ, graduated summa cum laude
Career Outcomes
Whether you live in a major U.S. city or your inclination is for a more regional locale, you are sure to find a good number of institutions seeking your services. There are many fine churches that pay competitive salaries for organists of quality. Stetson receives multiple requests per year for help in procuring short-term or long-term paid organists. Many positions require experience directing choirs, and Stetson is the right place to get experience in conducting and choral music. Organ majors have ensemble requirements and conduct classes as part of their standard curriculum.
As you begin your journey, you will work with some of our distinguished faculty and dedicated professionals who will provide you with personal attention and expert guidance to help you thrive academically and professionally.
- Boyd M. Jones, DMA, Yale University School of Music
Students must meet General Education Requirements in addition to specific requirements within the major area of study.
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