Definition

Noun: - An academic degree in music: A "Bachelor of Music" is an undergraduate academic degree awarded by a college, university, or conservatory upon completion of a program of study in music. It typically focuses on performance, composition, music theory, or music education.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She earned a Bachelor of Music from the prestigious conservatory.
  • The university offers a Bachelor of Music degree with a concentration in jazz studies.
  • After completing his Bachelor of Music, he pursued a career as an orchestral conductor.

Advanced Usage

• The degree is often abbreviated as B.Mus. or B.M..
  • Her credentials listed her as having a B.Mus. from the Royal Academy.

Variants and Related Words

• Master of Music (M.Mus., M.M.): A graduate-level degree in music.
  • He returned to school to obtain a Master of Music in composition.
• Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.): A terminal professional doctorate in music.
• Bachelor of Arts in Music (B.A. Music): An alternative undergraduate degree often with a broader liberal arts focus alongside music study.

Synonyms

• Music baccalaureate: A formal term for the same degree.
• Undergraduate music degree: A descriptive synonym.

Related Phrases

• To be conferred a Bachelor of Music: To be officially awarded the degree.
  • He will be conferred a Bachelor of Music at the spring commencement.
• Bachelor of Music candidate: A student who is working toward completing the degree requirements.
  • As a Bachelor of Music candidate, she must pass a senior recital.

Noun

1. a bachelor's degree in music