Music Department
Overview
Music has been an integral part of Grambling’s history and development since the very
founding of this institution. Indeed, one of the very first members of the teaching
faculty taught music. Since 1905, when the historically black, public institution
offered its first music classes, the Grambling State University Music Department has
held an important place in the life of the university and the surrounding community.
The first degree in music, the Bachelor of Science in Music Education, was conferred
in 1952; and the department grew to seventeen faculty and two secretaries by 1977-78.
While experiencing steady growth in its faculty and staff, the Music Department continues
to increase its student enrollment, community involvement, and service activities.
All degrees offered by the Department of Music are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190 Phone: (703) 437-0700. https://nasm.arts-accredit.org/
Purpose
The purpose of the department is to provide appropriate curricular offerings, required
and/or elective courses, activities, knowledge, services, talent, and skills which
enable the university to fulfill its mission.
Mission
The mission of the Music Department, an academic and service unit whose programs and
activities are planned and executed in full agreement with university goals and objectives,
is to:
- provide undergraduate, graduate, professional and continuing education courses for
both music majors and non-music majors regardless of race, color, sex, national origin,
age, religion, disability, and veteran status;
- educate future music professionals through appropriate curricular offerings leading
to the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree through pure and applied research related
to curricular emphases in liberal arts, and education;
- enable the university to fulfill its mission through talent and skill development
and community service dedicated to raising the standard of living and enhancing the
quality of life;
- provide students with opportunities for research and performances experiences, utilizing
information technologies in preparation for participation in a global society;
- prepare students for involvement in musical and artistic endeavors in the society
at large; and
- promote self-actualization through electives, service courses, and community service
for those who pursue music as a collateral subject or for personal enrichment.
The total departmental program has been developed in direct response to specific elements
of the stated purpose and mission.
Degree Programs
The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree has four possible concentrations:
- Liberal Arts
- Music Education-Vocal
- Music Education-Instrumental
- Commercial Music (Sound Recording Technology)
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a concentration in Liberal Arts is granted
to students who successfully complete the outlined program with a minimum "C" average
in music, with no grade lower than "C", and meet the requirements of the College of
Arts and Sciences.
Credit for applied music is based on (1) the completion of the outline for study for
each area semester, (2) a successful jury appearance before a faculty committee in
a designated applied music field at the end of each semester of study, and (3) the
approval of the recital jury regarding the student's ability to present the senior
recital.
See the department head or an academic advisor for details concerning the following
areas of applied study and additional information relative to degree requirements.
Applied Areas of Study
- Baritone Horn
- Trombone
- Oboe
- Bassoon
- Percussions
- Trumpet
- Clarinet
- Piano
- Violin
- Cornet
- Saxophone
- Viola
- Flute
- Tuba
- Voice
- French Horn
- String Bass
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with a concentration in Music Education-Vocal
or Music Education-Instrumental is awarded to students who complete the required program
outlined in general, specialized academic, and professional education areas. The program
leads to teacher certification at the K-12 level.
In instrumental music, candidates may choose band or orchestra. The academic advisor
will provide specific course selections that apply to the respective option. Students
must check with their academic advisor for updated curriculum changes required by
state and national accreditation bodies that may affect existing requirements.
Department Head
Dr. Nikole Roebuck, Music Department Chair/Assistant Professor of Music/Director of Bands
Office Location: Performing Arts Building, Room 201
Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Phone Number: (318) 274-2682 or (318) 274-2254
Fax: (318) 274-3723
Email Address: roebuckn@gram.edu
