Performing is for all majors

Did you know you can participate in CSU’s music and performing arts programs without being a music
major or minor?

The Horton School of Music and Performing Arts does not require you to even have experience in music. So, if you’ve ever wanted to play in one of CSU’s many instrumental ensembles, or sing in any of our choirs, or go on stage and perform in a play or musical you can!

Still skeptical about joining? Here are some benefits to participating in CSU’s music program with
comments from non-music majors who participate in the program:

• It’s fun to participate: This one is a given, especially if you enjoy performing music. While
  being a part of CSU’s music program you will have many rewarding and fun experiences in
  rehearsals and performances. “It’s fun,” said David Beckley, a freshman aeronautics major said
  about the best part of participating in CSU’s music program.
• Community: Obviously the best way to make friends while in college is to get involved in an
  activity. CSU’s music program offers a nurturing and God-first community for anyone, regardless
  of major.
• Opportunity to learn from some of Charleston’s best musicians: CSU’s music professors are
  very active playing in Charleston when they are not teaching. “I consider it an absolute honor to
  learn from our CSU music professors. The music department is truly like a family, and I will
  always be grateful for everything that I have learned and every connection I have made during
  my time here,” said Grace Sussman, a junior English education major.
• GPA booster: CSU’s music ensembles can be taken for one credit hour. As long as you show up
  to rehearsals, you will get an extra A on your final grade report, which is a fun way to boost your
  overall GPA for the semester.
• Scholarship opportunity: If you play in CSU music ensembles, there is a chance you can do so for
  scholarship, even if you aren’t a music major. Please note that there are some exceptions and
  requirements to playing on scholarship.
• Summer trip opportunity: HSMPA takes a yearly summer trip, in recent years they have gone to
  the UK and other European countries. During their travels, the HSMPA tours different churches
  sharing their talents. The trips cost significantly less than a normal trip to these places.

What are you waiting for? Polish up your middle school instrument, or practice your singing or acting,
and get involved.