Music Production
Bachelor of Arts
Fall
- MUSIC 198 - Studio Class............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 199 - Recital Attendance............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 200 - Music Theory I............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 201 - Aural Skills I............ 1cr.
- MUSIC 208 - Keyboard Skills I............ 1cr.
- Private Lesson............ 1cr.
- Ensemble............ 1cr.
- CORE 100 - First-Year Seminar............ 3cr.
- CORE 101 - First-Year Co-Curricular Passport............ 0cr.
- ENGLISH 101 - English Composition............ 3cr.
- Second Language Elective............ 3cr.
Spring
- MUSIC 127 - GarageBand, Logic & More............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 198 - Studio Class............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 199 - Recital Attendance............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 202 - Music Theory II............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 203 - Aural Skills II............ 1cr.
- MUSC 209 - Keyboard Skills II............ 1cr.
- Private Lesson............ 1cr.
- Ensemble............ 1cr.
- CORE 102 - First-Year Co-Curricular Passport............ 0cr.
- PHILOSOPHY 100 - Ethics as Intro to Philosophy............ 3cr.
- THEOLOGY 111 - Theological Foundations............ 3cr.
Fall
- MUSIC 119 - Making Beats & More............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 198 - Studio Class............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 199 - Recital Attendance............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 210 - Music History I ............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 300 - Music Theory III............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 301 - Aural Skills III............ 1cr.
- Private Lesson ............ 1cr.
- Scientific Perspectives............ 3cr.
Spring
- MUSIC 198 - Studio Class............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 199 - Recital Attendance............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 211 - Music History II............ 3cr.
- MUSIC 303 - Aural Skills IV............ 1cr.
- DIFT 340 - Audio Production............ 3cr.
- Private Lesson............ 1cr.
- Mathematical Perspectives............ 3cr.
- Natural Science Elective............ 3cr.
Fall
- MUSIC 198 - Studio Class............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 199 - Recital Attendance............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 342 - Studio Production............ 3cr.
- Theological Perspectives............ 3cr.
- Social Science Elective............ 3cr.
- ENGLISH 205 - Literature and the Moral Imagination............ 3cr.
Spring
- MUSIC 198 - Studio Class............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 199 - Recital Attendance............ 0cr.
- MUSIC 405 - Internship............ 3cr.
- Philosophical Perspectives............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
Fall
- Historical Perspectives............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
Spring
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
- Free Elective............ 3cr.
Xavier music graduates have gone on to such diverse positions and employers as:
- Music educator, public and private schools
- Private music studio instructor
- University professor
- Performer in local bands
- Sales, professional recording equipment
- Member, United States Army Band
- Cincinnati Opera
- Nashville music industry
- Montessori and special education teachers
- Physician, registered nurse or other medical professional
- Procter and Gamble
Xavier music graduates have also been accepted into graduate music programs at:
- Columbia University
- Florida State University
- Indiana University School of Music
- Miami University (OH)
- Northwestern University
Find more information on our Music Alumni webpage.
Electronic Music (MUSC 127)
This course introduces the hardware and software used in electronic music production, emphasizing music sequencing, digital recording and mixing techniques. Students will learn the fundamentals of creating, editing and arranging electronic music.
Audio Production (DIFT 340)
This course delves into the technical and theoretical foundations of audio production. Students will explore various aspects including digital sound editing, the integration of special effects, commercial production techniques, and documentary production principles. Through hands-on lab sessions, participants will gain practical experience applying these concepts in real-world scenarios.
Studio Production (MUSC 342)
Students assume the role of sound engineer in all areas of professional audio: acoustics, microphone techniques, analog and digital signal flow, using computers, recording (mono, stereo, and multi-track), studio policies, and working with a clientele. Focused on hands-on learning in the studio and in live sound environments.
Internship (MUSC 405)
Students spend 8-10 hours per week teaching high school students how to use the tools of music production at the Music Resource Center studio.
A caBellas
These singers are a close-knit group of students who love performing a cappella music on and off campus. They sing a variety of songs ranging from old classics to pop music.
All-Inclusive Dance Club
This club is perfect for those looking for a casual environment to move creatively and learn or practice basic combinations or dance practices. XUDC practices all styles of dance including contemporary, ballet, jazz, tap, folk, and we are open to more.
Harmon-X
Harmon-X is an a cappella group who's mission is to bring high-quality music to campus and beyond. Members practice three times a week for performances on campus and within the Cincinnati community.
Hip Hop Collective
The Hip Hop Collective is a club dedicated to promoting cultural awareness of Hip Hop by educating members on its fundamental elements and rich historical foundation. We represent a social gathering of individuals dedicated to the pursuit and creative expression of this artform.
Don't Tell Anna
Don't Tell Anna (DTA) is an improvisational comedy group of Xavier University students that aim to provide quality entertainment to both on-campus and off campus audiences. At Xavier, DTA performs in shows that provide a free, late-night alternative to students looking to have fun and enjoy themselves on-campus.
Program Features
Develop professional skills by completing an internship, whether that's at the Music Resource Center (MRC) or at a branch of the Cincinnati YMCA that teaches music performance, creation and recording to local teenagers.
In addition to the regular music lab, you'll have exclusive access to the recording and production space featuring a Mac Studio desktop equipped with Logic Pro, Ableton Live, FL Studio and much more.
Cincinnati, Ohio has a vibrant arts community, including numerous theaters, performance venues and opportunities for collaboration and networking.
Our flexible program allows you to easily add a second major like Film & Television (DIFT) or minors in areas such as Business or Innovation.
Hear firsthand why students love Xavier, life in Cincinnati and their chosen academic majors.
From detailed program information and admissions to facilities, ensembles and financial aid, we've got answers to your questions about our BA in Music.
Music Production Program at Xavier University
Xavier’s Music Production program combines traditional music learning (theory, history, and musicianship) with courses in technology that teach students to create, record, and process music for today’s digital environment.
Xavier University’s College of Arts and Sciences challenges students to develop an integrated understanding of humanity, the world, and God by pursuing the questions raised in Xavier's core and departmental curricula. The College of Arts and Sciences is the oldest and largest college at Xavier University. The college provides an excellent liberal arts education in the Jesuit tradition that prepares students for careers, professional or graduate school, and life in a global society.
Xavier University is a private university located in Cincinnati, Ohio, providing a liberal arts education in the Jesuit Catholic tradition. Founded in 1831, the University is the sixth-oldest Catholic university in the nation. It has been ranked among the top 10 master's-level universities in the Midwest by U.S. News & World Report for the past two decades. The Princeton Review names it one of the "Best 385 Colleges in America."