Bridgewater State University Music Department

Bridgewater State University Music Department The curriculum includes the essentials of music history, theory and performance.

From Renaissance madrigals to stadium-filling pop, music is a unique form of communication that comes from the heart and taps into the very roots of our humanity. The Department of Music at Bridgewater State University provides a solid foundation in the theory and practice of classical music traditions – along with courses in jazz, other popular genres and West African drumming – all in the contex

t of a liberal arts education relevant to a wide variety of careers. Students have the opportunity to study under accomplished professionals who perform regularly with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Boston Pops, Fenway Brass Quartet and other world-class ensembles. In addition to the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree, the department offers concentrations in Music Education, Jazz Studies and Classical Performance, a Master of Arts in Teaching (Music), a music minor and courses that satisfy the university’s core curriculum requirements. Instrumental and vocal ensembles – as well as private instruction in piano, guitar, voice, and orchestral and band instruments – are open to all students, offering a unique opportunity to flex your creativity on campus while developing critical leadership and teamwork skills.

09/04/2026

This is how we sing the Alma mater and celebrate the ONE HUNDRED AND THREE music majors we have this year at BSU!! Looking forward to an amazing year with these amazing students!!

The Bridgewater chapter of the Social Justice Choir of Southeastern Massachusetts would love for you to join us this fal...
09/02/2026

The Bridgewater chapter of the Social Justice Choir of Southeastern Massachusetts would love for you to join us this fall as we sing for peace! We are an intergenerational community of students, faculty, alumni, parents, and neighbors.
Link with more info and sign up in comments!

Excited to celebrate one of our grad students, Linda Rae Krov, for her article published in this month’s Massachusetts M...
09/02/2026

Excited to celebrate one of our grad students, Linda Rae Krov, for her article published in this month’s Massachusetts Music Educators Association journal! This article began as an assignment in one of Dr. Sarah McQuarrie’s graduate music ed classes. If you want to learn more about our MAT or APB programs, be in touch!

Bravo!!!

Things are well underway here on campus talking to TONS of students about music at BSU! Come join us!!
09/01/2026

Things are well underway here on campus talking to TONS of students about music at BSU! Come join us!!

On campus? Come check us out from 11 to 2 in the RSU ballroom for the student activities kickoff fair! If you’re a curre...
09/01/2026

On campus? Come check us out from 11 to 2 in the RSU ballroom for the student activities kickoff fair! If you’re a current Music major feel free to come hang out and talk to our first year students! We are the first table on the far right!

We are proud of you, Elana!
08/25/2026

We are proud of you, Elana!

Meet Elana DeAlmeida! 🎶

For Elana, some of the best moments at Rawkstars happen when a student's face lights up because they've created something together through music. Those moments of joy, confidence, and connection are what make teaching so rewarding.

As a Music Education major at Bridgewater State University, Elana is passionate about helping young musicians grow while continuing to develop as an educator herself. She brings enthusiasm, patience, and a genuine love of music into every lesson, creating an environment where students feel encouraged to learn, take chances, and have fun.

Outside of Rawkstars, you'll often find Elana hiking, spending a day at the beach, or enjoying the outdoors. She's also a huge animal lover, and one of her favorite ways to unwind is spending time with her cat.

We're so glad Elana is part of the Rawkstars team and helping create memorable musical moments for our students every day. ⭐

social_justice_choir is one of the many ensembles welcoming new members this fall! Interested in singing and aligning yo...
08/23/2026

social_justice_choir is one of the many ensembles welcoming new members this fall! Interested in singing and aligning your music with an impactful cause? Come join them on Thursday evenings! Learn more by emailing Dr. McQuarrie or dm’ing us for info.

Music at BSU is open to all! We have a space for everyone to make music on campus, no matter your instrument. It’s never...
08/21/2026

Music at BSU is open to all! We have a space for everyone to make music on campus, no matter your instrument. It’s never too late to join an ensemble!

Want to learn more? DM us and we can help!!

Ready to sign up? You can add many of these classes right to your class schedule. Out of credits? Many of our ensembles can be enrolled in without credit when needed.

Come make music at Bridgewater State University and join or fam!

BSU Department of Music is feeling kinda chic… maybe you want to join us this fall? DM us to learn about joining our ens...
08/21/2026

BSU Department of Music is feeling kinda chic… maybe you want to join us this fall? DM us to learn about joining our ensembles!

Here’s the BSU crew hanging out at the Massachusetts ACDA summer conference! Great to see alumni and faculty together ki...
08/19/2026

Here’s the BSU crew hanging out at the Massachusetts ACDA summer conference! Great to see alumni and faculty together kick starting their school years!!

Jennifer Michelle Caralyn Smith Eric McNeil Bradford T. Morin Dumont ACDA East

Address

Hunt Hall, Rm 113 26 School Street
Bridgewater, MA
02325

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+15085311377

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