The Bachelor of Arts in performance degree is ideal for students who wish to pursue extensive study in voice, piano or other instruments. Students majoring in music performance will participate in intensive studio study, solo and ensemble performances, and junior and senior recitals.
At CSU, performance majors get ample individual attention with outstanding and well-credentialed faculty who are active performers in the community and region. CSU’s mission and vision as a Christian institution of higher learning provides students the opportunity to study and understand their discipline from a Christian perspective and guides each student to develop their musical potential to its fullest.
CSU is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Professor of Music and Chair, Horton School of Music
Whittington Hall
P843-863-7967
Emforrester@csuniv.edu
Performance students present a 30 and 60-minute recital on campus. Students also perform at area churches, concert halls, theaters and retirement homes.
The Bachelor of Arts in performance (instrumental and piano) degree is for students who wish to pursue extensive instrumental study. You will have an opportunity to perfect your craft, developing technique, tone, musicianship, repertoire, stage presence, pedagogy and professionalism. Students are afforded many opportunities to perform in various ensembles as well as solo and chamber recitals to hone their abilities. You will prepare two solo recitals and also have opportunities to perform in the community at various venues and on regional, national and international trips.
The Horton School of Music performance faculty are members of and perform regularly with renowned professional music organizations such as the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Charleston Jazz Orchestra, North Charleston Pops Orchestra and are frequent recitalists at the Piccolo Spoleto Festival. Members of the faculty have professional recordings and Grammy nominations to their credit. Performance major graduates are equipped to continue studies in graduate school, perform professionally, open a private studio, or pursue other avenues in arts industries.
This degree program offers students an opportunity to perfect their craft, delving into technique, stage presence, multilanguage diction and acting. Students are afforded many opportunities to work in various ensembles and stage productions as well as solo and chamber recitals to hone their abilities. Students prepare two solo recitals and also have opportunity to work with area ensembles such as the Charleston Symphony Orchestra, Summerville Orchestra, Lowcountry Voices and more. Additionally, students have many opportunities to perform both on and off campus at regional festivals, churches and schools.
Studying music performance at the Horton School of Music was a life-altering experience that has prepared me well for musical success and has shaped me as a follower of Christ. While at Charleston Southern, I had the opportunity to perform frequently as a soloist, tour Europe with the Wind Ensemble, play at Carnegie Hall, and even conduct and participate in ensembles. Since graduation, I have performed as a recitalist and currently work as a music teacher, conductor and accompanist. My time at CSU left a lasting impact on me, from the musical excellence, challenging academics, and most importantly, the profound love of Christ shown in the classroom and field of music.
Brianna Jaeger / performance (piano), ’18Graduate student in the Master of Music program, Salem College