Academics

The Â鶹´«Ã½ music composition faculty provide training in acoustic and electronic music composition based on the Â鶹´«Ã½'s own intentions and interests, while also challenging Â鶹´«Ã½s to grow. The faculty help Â鶹´«Ã½s to develop as composers, critical listeners, creative thinkers, and musicians so that they can be successful in achieving creative goals. The program provides skills for Â鶹´«Ã½s interested in a variety of creative careers involving music composition, including concert music, movie music, video game music and multimedia. Additionally, Â鶹´«Ã½ composers receive training in musicianship, music theory, musicology and instrumental performance as part of their degree program.

Direct questions to both lisa.coons@wmich.edu and christopher.biggs@wmich.edu.