Opportunities for Non-Music Majors

Music-Making Opportunities for Everyone

Make music a part of your Duquesne University experience! Whether you have a musical background or are looking to try something new, there are many ways to get involved in music on campus. Music can help you build community, reduce stress, and express your creativity. Whatever your interests or experience level, there's a place for you here.

Some of the ways you can be involved with the Mary Pappert School of Music include:

Join an award-winning music ensemble
Take private music lessons
Earn a Minor in Music
Add a Certificate in Music & Healthcare
Share music at worship services through Campus Ministry
Take elective courses in music to fulfill Bridges requirements

Choose your level of involvement

Perform in One of Our Award-Winning Ensembles

Duquesne students, regardless of major, are all welcome to audition for placement in our ensembles. Available opportunities include Band, Orchestra, Choir, and Jazz Workshop as well as the Pep Band.

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Take Private Music Lessons

Interested in taking non-credit music lessons? City Music Center of Duquesne University has lesson packages for university students, employees, alumni, and community members. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Choose from 30, 45, or 60-minute lesson packages and customize your schedule to fit your needs.

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Earn a Minor in Music

The Mary Pappert School of Music offers a Minor in Music to any Duquesne student, regardless of major. Enjoy playing in ensembles, taking lessons, and digging into the foundations of music. The program consists of 15 credits, 7 of which are prescribed coursework and the remaining 8 are music electives.

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Connect Music and Healthcare

Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in healthcare programs at Duquesne have the ability to combine and connect their healthcare major with their passion for music by earning a music and health minor or micro-credential.

Team up with Spiritan Campus Ministry

Through Spiritan Campus Ministry, students, faculty, staff, and administrators are encouraged to participate in the special ministries of our liturgies.

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