Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music Minor

General Program Information

The Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music minor is a 21-hour program consisting of an 18-hour core and 3 credit hours of guided electives chosen in consultation with the Bluegrass advisor. The program is designed for those who wish to work toward a full-time or part-time career in music and also for those with other career ambitions but who seek to enrich their lives through music. A student wishing to pursue a minor in Bluegrass, Old Time, and Country Music needs to declare his or her intention at the earliest opportunity in order to facilitate planning.

Admission to the Minor

Any student seeking admission to the minor must be advised by a bluegrass, old time, and country music program advisor, who will assist the student in planning a course of study. Minors must follow procedures for band classes, individual instruction, and progression standards, as outlined below.

Core Requirements: 18 Credit Hours

Select from the following blocks:

Total Hours Required for the Minor: 21 Credit Hours

Any additional BLUE undergraduate course(s): 1-3 credit hours

Other non-BLUE courses may be counted toward the minor, when the content is appropriate, with approval of the program director.