Music Program

If you are looking to nurture your mind and feed your soul, then the Music Program at Westminster is a good place to begin!

Westminster's Music Program integrates applied performance, history and theory, and interpretive analysis within an academic liberal arts framework. Not only do music courses develop artistic expression and critical appreciation, but Westminster music students also synthesize those skills throughout their college learning experience. Through private lessons, ensembles, and history, literature, and theory courses, students are challenged to communicate effectively, reason critically, and to work collaboratively! Furthermore, music courses are designed to develop the judgment and analytic capacity that will enable all students to become purveyors of the musical arts throughout their lives.

Music Scholarship Awards

Westminster College offers music awards to incoming freshmen and transfer students who intend to participate in a music ensemble throughout their time on campus.

Performance Opportunities

Vocalists may audition for The Churchill Singers, a select choral ensemble. The Churchill Singers rehearse Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday during the noon hour, and students receive academic credit. The ensemble performs a diverse style of repertoire on and off-campus each semester. All Westminster students are encouraged to audition regardless of their academic major.

Instrumentalists may audition for The Rhythm and Blue Jays, a small jazz ensemble. The Rhythm and Blue Jays rehearse Monday and Friday at noon. Students receive academic credit for ensemble participation and may repeat for credit. This ensemble focuses on small-group jazz, including elements of improvisation, part independence, and ear training. A concert is scheduled to conclude each semester. All instrumentalists are welcome to audition.

For further information regarding music at Westminster College, please contact the Fine Arts Department Chair:

Dr. Natasia Sexton
Associate Professor of Music
Director of Choirs
Natasia.Sexton@westminster-mo-edu
573-592-5214