Music Program
Pursue Your Passion.
Make music a part of your college experience.
The Southern Virginia University Music Program is structured as co-curricular so you can continue to be a serious musician regardless of what you study.
In any of our ensembles, you will have more face-time and training with your world-class director, more extraordinary musical experiences and performances, and more community and friends who share your passion of the power of music.
Vocal
In Southern Virginia University’s vocal ensembles, your director is devoted to providing you with a personalized, engaging, and faith-filled experience. Join with friends who share your passion for transcendent music making and uplift and inspire audiences with your voice.
Bands
Make inspiring music under the direction of one of the industry’s best. Whether you join our high-spirited marching band or impassioned concert band, you will thrill audiences as you dive deep into making excellent music.
Orchestra
Your music is part of your identity and worth continuing at Southern Virginia University. See how joining our Camerata can transform your college experience.
Piano
Our Piano Program offers personalized instruction to help you master technique, explore rich repertoire, and grow as a performer, collaborator, and teacher.
Meet Your Mentor
Hyrum Arnesen
Assistant Professor of Music
Michael Black
Assistant Professor of Music, Director of Bands
Ben Gaughran
Assistant Professor of Music; Director of Choral Activities
Jakob Hofer
Assistant Professor of Music; Orchestra Director
Megan Mason
Fine & Performing Arts Division Chair; Associate Professor of Music; Director of Chamber Music
Mackenzie Romriell
Associate Professor of Music; Music Program Coordinator; Director of Vocal Performance