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Share Your Passion!

Are you passionate about performing and ready to take your music skills to the next level? Whether you’re aiming to major in music or simply looking for a rewarding elective, music classes at Daytona State are designed to meet your needs!

With top-tier courses and experienced faculty, you’ll have the chance to collaborate with fellow students who share your passion. Our diverse offerings include band and choir, music theory, music appreciation, and personalized applied music lessons—everything you need to immerse yourself in the vibrant music scene at Daytona State.

Our music courses also set you up for success if you plan to transfer to a four-year university music program. Core classes such as music theory, recital seminar, music appreciation, class piano, ensembles, and applied instruction are all available to help you build a strong foundation for the future.

Join us and be a part of the music experience at Daytona State! The first step is to contact one of our full-time music faculty, who will offer support as you sign up for classes:

Instrumental Music

Professor Peter Waidelich
Peter.Waidelich@DaytonaState.edu

Choral/Vocal Music

Dr. Jean Hickman
Jean.Hickman@DaytonaState.edu

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Instrumental Music

You may choose to study wind, brass, and percussion and string instruments as part of your general education elective credits. A professional instrumental music faculty, drawn from some of the finest musicians in Central Florida, bring with them expertise in symphonic, jazz and popular styles. Diverse performance offerings include the College/Community Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra and a host of rock and chamber ensembles.

Choral Music

The Concert Choir performs a wide variety of music styles in concerts including the medieval Yuletide Feast and collaborative projects with the college’s orchestra, symphonic band and theater departments. Shades of Blue, an auditioned a cappella vocal ensemble, performs extensively for college and community events. Listen to a recent Shades of Blue recording session.

Class and private voice lessons are offered by artist faculty who are active performers and highly effective instructors. Our strong connections with the DSC theater department allows for exciting collaborations in Broadway revues and musicals.

 

Scholarship Opportunities

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Additional Information about the Associate of Arts Degree

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