Program Overview

2022/2023 Colleges of Distinction - EducationMusic educators nurture students to build a life-long love of music while teaching them how to perform and appreciate the musical arts.

Johnson’s Music Education degree leads to state licensure as a K-12 vocal/general music teacher. Graduates are able to effectively manage a classroom, lead a variety of music ensembles, and help students discover musical passions and achieve their full potential.

The Bachelor of Music Education is designed for students who wish to pursue a full-time professional career as a K-12 Vocal/General Music teacher. The program is intended to meet National Association of Schools of Music standards and those of all other accrediting bodies with whom Johnson University is associated.

All four-year Johnson students complete two majors: one in Bible and Theology and one in their chosen field, such as Music Education. Transfer students with substantial prior coursework may complete a reduced set of Bible and Theology requirements instead of the major. Learn more about the Bible and Theology curriculum here.

Dr. Don Trentham, faculty member at Johnson University Tennessee
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Don Trentham
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Curriculum

  • Introduction to Music Technology
  • Music Theory I
  • Music Theory Lab I
  • Music Theory II
  • Music Theory Lab II
  • Music History & Literature I
  • Music Theory III
  • Music Theory IV
  • Music History & Literature II
  • Music Theory Lab III
  • Music Theory Lab IV
  • Conducting I
  • Arranging & Orchestration
  • Practicum: School Music Program Primary
  • Practicum: School Music Program Secondary
  • Methods for Teaching Music in Elementary School
  • Methods for Teaching Music in Secondary School
  • Choral Elective or Entrepreneurial Elective
  • 6 Credits of Ensemble Participation
  • Primary Instrument
  • Professional Applied Music Credits
  • Introduction to Teaching: Elementary Education
  • Survey of Persons with Disabilities
  • Classroom Management with Regular and Special Populations
  • Research, Integration and Learning
  • Educational Psychology
  • Field Experience: School Observations
  • Field Experience: After School Tutoring
  • Field Experience: Team Teaching
  • Field Experience: Day in School
  • Practicum: Day in Christian School
  • Mathematics Concepts

What can you do with a Music Education degree?

Career Outlook

  • Music Teacher
  • Theater Manager
  • Piano or Voice Private Instructor
  • Music Director/Conductor
  • Music Minister
  • Studio Manager