This information is part of the Colgate University catalog, 2026-27.
Minor Requirements
The requirements for the minor are as follows:
Music Theory
One course:
Music History
One of the following:
- MUSI 215 - Music History I: Medieval through Baroque Periods
- MUSI 216 - Music History II: Classic through Modern Periods
Electives
- Three Music electives
- No more than one 100-level course may count among these three electives.
Performance Ensemble
- A minimum of two semesters is required, no exceptions for off-campus study.
All music minors must participate in one of the following performance ensembles beginning the semester following declaration of the minor through graduation:
- Colgate University Chamber Players
- Colgate University Choirs
- Colgate University Jazz Ensemble
- Colgate University Orchestra.
Music Department
For more information about the department, including Faculty, transfer credit, awards, etc., please visit the Music department catalog page.