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Sacred Music (B.M.)

The Music of the Divine

A Bachelor of Music in Sacred Music from Seton Hill University will prepare you for positions as a musician in Roman Catholic Churches and in Protestant liturgical and nonliturgical Churches.

Why Earn a Degree in Sacred Music from Seton Hill University?

All Steinway SchoolAs a student in the Sacred Music (B.M.) Program at Seton Hill, you will complete the liberal arts and music core curriculums along with your Sacred Music courses. You'll be prepared to move forward into your career after graduation through:

  • Courses in theology, liturgy, hymnology, organ literature and pedagogy (the teaching of music), service playing and improvisation.
  • A yearly series of workshops, recitals and master classes.
  • Study of voice, piano and organ as well as participation in various ensembles (including a handbell component).
  • Access to professional performance and and practice spaces in our state-of-the-art Performing Arts Center.

Seton Hill also offers Certificates in Sacred Music:

Audition

An audition is required to be admitted into Seton Hill Music Programs in addition to being accepted to the university. Click here for more information on the audition process and requirements.

Ensembles

A variety of large and specialized ensembles are available for both music and non-music majors at Seton Hill University. All music majors participate in ensembles as a part of the major.

Careers

Seton Hill University's Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) will work with you to create your resumé, prepare you for interviews and help you make meaningful connections with professionals in your field of interest - throughout your education and after you've graduated.

Admissions & Aid

At Seton Hill University, we offer streamlined admissions requirements and a comprehensive aid program.

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Faculty

Jason Allison

Instructor of Horn

David Anderson

Instructor of Music Theory, Staff Accompanist

Lisa Bleil

Coordinator of Commercial Music Ensemble Vocalists, Instructor of Voice

Mark A. Boyle

Director of Choral and Vocal Activities, Associate Professor of Music, Voice

Kathleen Campbell

Professor of Music, Saxophone, Woodwind Chamber Ensembles, Aural Theory, Keyboard Strategies

Louise Daniels

Instructor of Oboe

Ted DiSanti

Coordinator of Commercial Music, Associate Professor of Music, Trumpet

George Elliott

Instructor of Double Bass

Patrick Forsyth

Sinfonia Director

Laurie Fox

Coordinator of Music Therapy, Associate Professor of Music Therapy

Cara Garofalo

Instructor of Violin

Thomas Glovier

Instructor of Commercial Music, Jazz Piano, and Jazz Theory

Ronald Heid

Instructor of Percussion

Jacqueline Herbein

Instructor of Musician Wellness

Grace Houde

Instructor of Bassoon

Sharon Kampe

Instructor of Worship Arts and Campus Ministry

Edward M. Kuhn, Jr.

Music Department Chair, Associate Professor of Music, Piano

Michael Long

Coordinator of Sacred Music, Assistant Professor of Music, Organ, Director of Music Ministry, University Organist

Kelly Lynch

Instructor of Voice, World Music, Opera Workshop

Christopher M. Marra

Director of Instrumental Activities, Assistant Professor of Music, Euphonium

Algirdas Matonis

Instructor of Trombone, Euphonium, and Tuba

Sarah McMeekin

Assistant Professor of Music, Music Therapy

Josie Merlino

Instructor of Music History and Piano; Staff Accompanist

Maureen Miller

Instructor of Voice

Raymond Myers

Instructor of Guitar

Amanda Sage

Instructor of Flute

Crystal Stryker

Instructor of Voice

Lisa Thackrah

Instructor of Clarinet

Jessica Vaughan-Marra

Coordinator of Music Education, Assistant Professor of Music, Oboe

Stephen Weiss

Instructor of Viola