Bachelor of Music in Technology

Undergraduate students may choose from three concentration tracks: Electronic Performance, Electronic Composition, or Sound Recording. All undergraduate tracks include the University and School Of Music core curricula, along with specialized studies in computer software applications, music synthesis, electronic performance, electronic orchestration and audio recording techniques.

Undergraduate students complete the traditional elements of the music curriculum while they gain expertise in such areas as electronics, recording theory, computerized music applications, music production, acoustics, and studio design and management. Students also gain the advantage of a true University education by completing Duquesne's core curriculum in the liberal arts and sciences, providing a well rounded education for meeting life's challenges beyond the field of music technology.

Performance Track

Performance Track - Sound Recording Track - Composition Track

The Electronic Performance track emphasizes real-time and computer-assisted performance techniques and the use of electronic controllers, which allow all instrumentalists-including wind and string players, percussionists, keyboardists and guitarists-access to the latest digital technology.

A wide variety of electronic instruments are available in the Music Technology labs, ranging from keyboards to guitar synthesizers to the Theremin. Students are also encouraged to bring or purchase their own electronic controller of choice; opportunities to perform include the Electronic Ensemble and various student recitals and recording projects. The Performance track culminates in the public presentation of a final performance project / recital.

Applicants to the performance track must pass all three audition areas: performance on an instrument of their choice, theory, and musicianship.