<p>From what I can see in artists whose degrees are displayed, or easier to find, faculty members of various colleges , it does not seem to make that much difference. Surprisingly, it doesn't seem to make that much difference where they went to school either. Just check on the websites for faculty info as to who is teaching at good arts school, specifically in your daughter's instrument. </p>
<p>From my experience with kids in college, by the time they get to that 3rd year with all of their changes of mind and changes of direction, you are not going to care what the heck the degree says. You want them out. Out so you don't have to pay another year of that infernal tuition, out so they come to some competion in the matter. Especially if they are at an expensive private college. If they want to take some more courses in education for teaching purposes or to broaden the background, they can take it at a state school after they get that degree. </p>
<p>My understanding is that a BFA is a terminal degree, and so if a MFA is in the plans, a BA or BM fits better. But in the long run, I don't think it makes that much difference. The audition is really key for performance and trumps all.</p>