<p>I want to major in Creative Writing as well as Vocal Music Performance. The problem is that I seem to have trouble find a school that has both. Not only that, but many schools that say they have "voice" usually mean classical voice/opera. I am no opera singer. I mean more choral stuff. </p>
<p>Firstly, is it possible to major in Vocal Music Performance that is non-opera?
Second, is it possible to find a school that has both majors?</p>
<p>I know I may not be able to double major, but I'd like at least the option of switching in case I change my mind.</p>
<p>Could someone name a few colleges that have the music major i described at least? </p>
<p>Many colleges do not have majors specifically for Creative Writing, it is often rolled into their English major. There are some schools that fit most of your criteria, but maybe not all</p>
<p>St Olaf- One of the strongest choral and choir programs in the country. It is exceptional. They have a solid English program but would be stronger on the music side.</p>
<p>Kenyon-One of the strongest English programs with an exceptional reputation for their creative writing focus. They also have a strong Music program, particularly chamber music. This would be an ideal choice if your first passion was writing but wanted to also have a strong music program.</p>
<p>Oberlin-May have the strongest overall reputation for combined Music and English. It is very selective.</p>
<p>Furman-They have a strong Music program, particularly for Vocal performance and, like St Olaf, has many different opportunities for performance. Their English program is also strong.</p>
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One thing you might clarify —are you saying that you are not trained in classical voice?( since most choral programs are going to require an audition with classical rep)</p>
<p>If you are not looking to get into a choir that does not do specifically classical music, I know that IU (Indiana) has a good creative writing program and a “show choir” (besides choirs that focus on classical rep)</p>
<p>First of all, you need to know the difference between a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music and a Bachelor of Music degree. A Bachelor of Arts degree is a liberal arts degree like any other, generally requiring around 36 course hours of work. It is a degree for people who have an interest in studying music, not usually people who wish to perform music at a high level. Music performance degrees are B.Mus. degrees; these are pre-professional degrees for artists who are preparing or careers in music. They are intense and often all-encompassing, leaving no room for any elective courses, much less a double major. B.Mus. degrees are essentially conservatory training within the context of a university.</p>
<p>You could do B.A. degrees in Music and English / Writing, but it’s not practical in most programs to combine a performance degree with another major unless you’re willing to spend five or more years doing so. Furman, as noted above, is strong in both fields. It also has one of the less intense music performance curricula around. You may want to take a look at their catalog, try laying out a schedule of courses that accomplishes both areas, and then see how close to 120 course hours you can get it.</p>
<p>Bard has a strong creative writing program and both Bard College and Bard Conservatory offer music (although I don’t think they have a BM in vocal performance, just the MM).</p>