The Bachelor of Arts in Music allows you to combine your passion for music with other areas of study. Hone your performance skills and musicianship with world-class faculty in studio classes, ensembles, theory and music electives — all while having the flexibility to build knowledge and marketability in additional areas that interest you.
The Bachelor of Arts in Music contains 44 elective credits, including 14 in music and 30 in other fields. This multidisciplinary component makes it an optimal degree for students wanting to double major or pursue minors and certificates both within and outside of the Conservatory.
Common examples of minors, concentrations and certificates that B.A. students can easily add to their degree plans include:
Combinations of these tracks may be available. For additional questions, or to inquire about a field that isn’t listed, please contact umkc-cadmissions@umkc.edu.
Our Music B.A. graduates leave their mark on various industries, coupling their musical foundations and diverse interests to excel wherever they take their career.
Samantha Messina (B.A. ‘20)
Grant development specialist at Folds of Honor
"Earning my B.A. in Music has opened countless doors in both the music industry and the nonprofit world, where I’ve helped raise millions of dollars for various charities through capital campaigns and grant writing. The flexibility to consider nontraditional career routes and experiment with different interests was one of the best aspects of pursuing a B.A. in Music." — Samantha Messina
Laura Comer (B.A. ‘02)
Executive chef at Kauffman Stadium, former executive chef
at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
"My time at UMKC Conservatory was transformative. While I may not have pursued a professional path in music, the lessons in collaboration, discipline and innovation have been instrumental in my success." — Laura Comer
