Frequently Asked Questions

What music degrees are available at UNCA?

• BFA in Jazz and Contemporary Music

• BS in Music Technology

• BA in Music

• Minor in Music

Do I have to audition in order to major in Music? 

• Yes, in order to major in Music you must pass an audition. An audition is not required for Music minors. Audition information can be found at: https://www.unca.edu/programs/music/curriculum/audition-requirements/

Do I  have to be a music major or minor to be in an ensemble?

• No! All ensembles are open to all UNCA students, but some require auditions.

How do I enroll in an ensemble?

• Wind Ensemble (MUSC 121) and University Singers (MUSC 113)

  • Just sign up – no audition required!

• Asheville Singers

  • Contact Dr. Melodie Galloway (mgallowa@unca.edu) to arrange an audition.

• Percussion Ensemble

  • Contact Mr. Matthew Richmond (mrichmon@unca.edu) to arrange an audition.

• Pep Band

  • Contact Dr. Emily Eng (eeng@unca.edu) to arrange an audition. 

• Orchestra or string chamber ensemble

  • Contact Dr. Toby King  (jking6@unca.edu)  to arrange an audition.

• Jazz & Contemporary Ensembles

  • Auditions are held during the first week of classes each semester. Audition information is at music.unca.edu/engage/ensembles
  • Contact Dr. Toby King (jking6@unca.edu) for more information.

Do you have to be a music major or minor to take private lessons on an instrument?

• Yes. However, UNCA does offer Class Piano (MUSC 101) for non-majors.

Do you offer any other classes for non-majors?

• Yes! We have many classes that are open to non-majors and have no prerequisites. This includes all of our music history and ethnomusicology courses. You can browse these classes in the UNCA Course Catalog.