Featured Profiles

Undergraduate, Flute Performance
"I love that the School of Music is its own community... it doesn't hurt to have a bunch of friends who are musicians in case a playing opportunity arises."

Undergraduate, Music Education
"All of the courses in the program are very practical for my career, especially those that require me to stand in front of a class and teach a lesson."

Graduate Student, Violin Performance
"A career in music is not just about playing the notes well; it's also about who you are as a person, about your discipline and attitude, about how well rounded of a person you are."

DePaul Sound Recording Technology Alumna (2005)
"Whether I'm designing the sounds for robot transformations, kung-fu fight scenes, car chases or rocket ship launch sequences, each day is a new and engaging experience... I constantly find myself putting to use the information that I learned at DePaul."

Alumni, Director of Jazz Ensembles, New Trier High School
"I grew into a confident adult at DePaul, thanks to several faculty members who put their faith in me. My peers were equally influential in my music education, which is a point I try to instill in my high school students."

Alumni, Principal Tuba Boston Symphony Orchestra
"My purpose in pursuing a master's degree was to refine my musical skills to a world-class level. DePaul offers a world-class faculty surrounded by the atmosphere of a world-class city."

Alumni, Coordinator Chapters & Guild Board Special Events, Lyric Opera of Chicago
"Performing Arts Management covered key topics of the arts business operations model, including development/ fundraising, marketing, finance and others. I highly recommend the program to those who are ready to step behind-the-scenes in the arts."