Academics
The University of Illinois has a 130 year legacy of outstanding academics in the study of music. The school is made up of four divisions of study that cover performance, theory and history, music education and pedagogy, and open studies. Undergraduate students are exposed to an integrated program of performance, history, theory, and pedagogy with faculty members who are considered the best in their field. The curriculum strives to develop undergraduate students to their fullest potential as teachers and performers. The programs also acquaint proficient instrumentalists with traditional literature, and new compositions and arrangements written by students and faculty. The incorporation of technology such as MIDI instruments and computer applications—many developed at the University of Illinois—provides students with a well rounded experience, while preparing them for independent studio, teaching, or for further professional study at the Master's level.

News About Courses and Curricula in Jazz
The undergraduate jazz major has been approved and is in full swing!!! As of January 2007, numerous courses in jazz were approved by UIUC and are "on the books" (see Courses Catalog)! The BM in Jazz Performance has been approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education and accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. This means that students entering the School of Music at the bachelor's level may now apply for admission as a jazz major by selecting curriculum number 10KR5045BMUS, effective Fall 2007!! Concentrations in jazz at both the master's and doctoral levels have also been approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education.

News About the Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Music
Beginning Fall 2006, all new students pursuing the BA in Music will enroll through FAA/Music. Students who matriculated into UIUC prior to Fall 2007 and who are currently in the original LAS Music curriculum may continue with LAS as their home college, or may switch into FAA. For details, please contact Daniel Hassler, Coordinator of Admissions in the School of Music.