Vocal, Choral, and Opera

Find Your Voice at the University of Oregon

As a voice student at the UO School of Music and Dance, you are part of a vibrant community dedicated to cultivating your authentic voice. Whether your goal is the stage, the classroom, or both, you will gain the artistry, technique, and experience to thrive as a singer and musician.

Thanks to small class sizes and an immersive environment, you don’t get lost in the crowd. You receive close mentorship from a faculty of active performers and specialists, and tailored instruction in classical vocal arts from early music and opera to art song, pedagogy, and lyric diction. Plus, you have access to a wide array of performance opportunities, including:

Choral ensembles of various sizes, from our premier, award-winning Chamber Choir (first place at the 2024 World Choir Games) to Gospel Choir and Collegium Musicum.
Fully staged opera productions presented in original languages.
Local professional opportunities with Oregon Bach Festival, Eugene Symphony, and Eugene Opera, as well as other arts organizations.
Degree recitals showcasing personal artistry and growth.
Weekly studio and combined repertoire classes.
Student-led concerts and collaborations, offering opportunities to produce custom-curated programs, mount original works, and partner directly with peers.
Solo appearances with instrumental ensembles.

Undergraduate Degrees

BA/BS in Music, Concentration in Applied Voice

For students who seek specialized vocal training within the format and flexibility of the Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelor of Science (BS) degree. This degree is a strong fit for double majors.

BMME, Choral Specialty

Designed for qualified undergraduate students preparing for careers as music teachers in public schools.

BM in Music Performance, Concentration in Voice

Aspiring performers who seek comprehensive musical training with a focus on language study, expanded repertoire requirements, and academic rigor.

Graduate Degrees

MM in Music Performance - Voice

Emerging artists who seek intensive conservatory-level instruction, deep stylistic scholarship, and professional training.

MM, Choral Conducting Emphasis

For advanced musicians who seek rigorous score study, advanced rehearsal pedagogy, and intensive podium experience to prepare for leadership roles on the professional and academic stage.

DMA in Music Performance - Voice

Accomplished artists who seek the highest level of artistic mastery, advanced pedagogical research, and professional preparation for leadership roles in performance and higher education.