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Division of Music at Samford University

The Division of Music at Samford University's School of the Arts is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Our program includes training in basic musicianship, specialized professional areas and liberal arts.
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Why Study Music at Samford?
We are committed to developing whole musicians by developing whole people.
We accomplish this by fusing musical gifts with ambition, passion, integrity and professionalism in a supportive and creative community led by highly qualified faculty. Immersive and collaborative opportunities allow students to put music into action by performing, teaching, composing and worshiping on and off campus.
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Pursue Your Calling and Prepare for a Fulfilling Career.

The Samford music experience is about becoming a musician of integrity through disciplined pursuit of practice, study, performance and service.

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Scholarship

Our demanding but rewarding programs in composition, music and worship, music education and performance provides students with the opportunities and flexibility to explore their talents and prepare for an ever-changing musical landscape.

Performance

  • Students develop core skills and grow both musically and spiritually through engaged faculty and performance training.
  • A variety of music ensembles allow students to perform both individually as well as collectively on campus, in Birmingham, nationally and internationally.
  • Each year, the School of the Arts features more than 200 performances by students and guest artists.

Service

Students serve weekly in area schools, churches and nonprofit organizations.

Samford’s Division of Music is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

Hallmarks of Music at Samford

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Uncompromising in Quality

Students must achieve at the highest level of musicianship.

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Unwavering in Service

Locally and afar, our students are serving the community and the church to leave the world a better place.

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Unapologetic in Faith

Samford is a Christian university and our students reflect our mission: For God, For Learning, Forever.

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