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Master Your Instrument

Step in an atmosphere of artistic excellence

Explore Music Degrees

Find Your Place in Music

Pick from fifteen unique programs and work alongside dedicated artist-faculty. Take part in ensembles, labs, and studios, building skills and creating new possibilities every day. You’ll discover fresh inspiration with each collaboration, finding support as you shape your own musical path.

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Rise With Every Rehearsal

<div class="ck-content"><p>Experience rehearsal as a launchpad. Make progress in technique and expression each time you play. Dedicated mentors and active labs help you find the confidence to bring your sound to venues throughout the city and farther afield.</p></div>

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BASSOON AT DEPAUL

Learn from Chicago Symphony Bassoonists

Refine your approach with expert mentors

<div class="ck-content"><p>Our bassoon studio is led by three members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. You will receive individualized instruction, attend reed classes and mock auditions and get guidance from the best in the field.</p></div>

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AUDIO TECHNOLOGY

Sound Recording Technology

The art and science of audio

<div class="ck-content"><p>Our SRT program blends deep musicianship with technical audio training. You will get extensive practice in our state-of-the-art recording suite and build a professional portfolio.</p></div>

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FACULTY MENTORS

Learn fromArtists who Lead

You will study with members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, the Lyric Opera of Chicago, and acclaimed jazz and studio artists. Our faculty are dedicated mentors who will guide your artistic and professional growth.
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Sara Jones
Faculty, Full Time
Music Studies
Associate Professor | Director, Music Education
Ryan Freeland
Music Studies
Director of Sound Recording Technology
I-Hao Lee
Faculty
Music Performance
Associate Professor
Melissa Kraut
Faculty, Full Time
Music Performance
Professional Lecturer
Scott Burns
Faculty, Full Time
Music Performance
Professional Lecturer | Director of Jazz Studies | Director of Jazz Workshop
Esteban Batallán
Faculty, Part Time
Music Performance
Adjunct Lecturer