Music Department - Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences

Welcome to the Music Department

Conscious of Boston College's mission, the Music Department rises to the challenge of educating the whole person. Our programs, both curricular and extra-curricular, are carefully designed to engage the intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual faculties of our students, the College family, and the wider community.

You are always welcome to contact us; a warm welcome awaits you.

more about the department

Undergraduate Major in Music

Undergraduate Minor in Music

Private Instrument and Voice Lessons - Spring 2021

Lesson registration for the Spring 2021 semester is now open. Please complete our online registration form before the end of the add/drop period if you wish to take lessons this Spring semester.

Department Events

Music Department

Student Voices

Boston College Music Department

"I was taught the ability to understand music in a completely different way…I met faculty who genuinely care…it's really convenient to take music alongside another major."
Why I fell in love with music

Annie Kim, MCAS '18

A music and history double major, junior Annie Kim talks about her experiences in the music department.
Making music part of the BC experience

Patrick Roehm, MCAS '17

A history and economics major, senior Patrick Roehm talks about his experience of being a part of the Symphony Orchestra at Boston College.
Making Music Defines Me

Michael Mastellone, CSOM '18

While pursuing a major in finance at the Carroll School of Management, Mike Mastellone has declaired a minor in music. Mastellone has performed throughout his life, and his work with the department has enhanced his ability to perform, sing and write music.
Countless Performance Opportunities

Isabelle Pazar, MCAS '18

Isabelle Pazar '19 plays the flute and has taken advantage of the many performance opportunities within the music department.
Music Enables Self-Expression

Nicholas Rocchio-Giordano, MCAS '18

Nick Rocchio-Giordano, a music major and English minor, learned first-hand that music is a universal language when he traveled to Ecuador to study.
A Life-changing Experience

Monica Grady, MCAS '17

Monica Grady '17 found support from faculty and peers in the music department that helped her find direction and a career path she is passionate about.