If your passion is performance or composition, whether you want to be a choral or instrumental music teacher, or if you seek a firm foundation for a career outside of music, we have a program that will help you realize your aspirations, regardless of your chosen path.
We offer professional instruction on all woodwind, brass, percussion and string instruments as well as piano, harpsichord and organ — in addition to voice, composition, improvisation and conducting.
Through a rich learning environment our students grow into talented and respected artists, dedicated scholars, and global citizens.
Christopher Newport is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
The Ferguson Center is the best-sounding venue I've ever had the pleasure of playing in.
Nii Akwei Adoteye '08
Two-time winner of the ASCAP Foundation Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award
I am driven by my love of music. It's more than a love - I would call it a reverence.
Erin Plisco '09 and MAT '10
Educator and recipient of the Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Working as a student recording engineer has significantly enhanced my technology and adaptability skills, and has clarified my career goals.
Hannah Stadelmyer '22
One of the highlights of my undergraduate career was the chance to conduct independent research. It helped take my work to a professional level.
Daniel Berry '20, and MAT '21
My research experience challenged me to observe student-teacher interactions more intentionally. I can better analyze where my students are in their understanding and respond to them.
Jessee Reon '17, and MAT '18
Band Director at Breckinridge Middle School
My time in the music department provided me with the discipline, intellect, courage and adaptability to be successful in the Army. Music shaped me into who I am today!
Alex Bukovich '19
Second lieutenant, United States Army
