The Department of Music & Theatre helps you bring your artistry and talent to the mainstage, backstage, and the classroom. Step into the spotlight, bring stories to life, and use your creativity to connect the world.
Music & Theatre Programs
ACU’s Department of Music & Theatre offers immersive programs designed to cultivate artistic excellence and professional growth. Through training, live performance, and mentorship from faculty with a wealth of experience, you are prepared to take your God-given talents to any stage you choose.
Available Programs
Music (BA)
The Bachelor of Arts in Music allows you to hone your musical talents through in-class instruction, as well as performance opportunities with our student ensemble, conferences, and service work. The program is taught by active members of the Texas Music Educators Association, in addition to a variety of both state and national music organizations. Learn more.
Music | Vocal Performance (BM)
ACU’s Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance refines your talent and technique for professional singing career. This program introduces you to advance theory in sight singing and ear training, music history, and music from diverse cultures. Learn more.
Music Education | Instrumental (BM)
The Bachelor of Music in Music Education with an Instrumental focus prepares youto teach and inspire the next generation of musicians. This program combines instrumental training with education coursework and hands-on teaching experience, so you are equipped to lead young performers to new heights. Learn more.
Music Education | Vocal (BM)
The Bachelor of Music in Music Education with a Vocal focus trains students to lead choirs and develop young vocalists in early childhood through twelfth grade settings. You gain the skills in instrumental concepts, conducting, and mentorship to be an effective instructor. Learn more.
Theatre (BFA)
ACU’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre is a competitive, pre-professional degree path that aids your pursuit of a career in acting, directing, dance, and technical design. This program provides you with rigorous training and a well-rounded education, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in all phases of performance and backstage work. Learn more.
About ACU
Abilene Christian University is a diverse, welcoming, academically rigorous community redefining what it means to be a Christian university in the 21st century.
Founded in 1906, ACU provides a hub of rigorous academic excellence committed to innovative, energized learning, and student success. When you step on campus, you join a devoted community of thinkers and learners dedicated to unlocking the power of potential and creating the solutions that address the opportunities of today and tomorrow.
4,000+ Undergraduate students from 50 states and 56 nations
88 Undergraduate majors
77 Master's Degree Programs
5 Doctoral Programs
272-Acre World-Class Academic Campus
13:1 Student-faculty ratio
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