We prepare our students to excel in the musically inclusive world of the 21st century by honoring the past, reveling in the now, and forging the future.
We are one of just thirty-three colleges and universities listed as the Best Music Schools for 2009 by In Tune Monthly, who recognized Catawba for "its focus on music and business" and "its emphasis on contemporary music" and as "one of the fastest growing music programs in the country." Similarly, we are one of only forty schools listed in Music Connection's 7th Annual Guide to Music Education. Read more »
Our MISSION & GOALS
To inspire continual artistic growth and professional renewal to serve as leaders in the musical world of the 21st century. We offer a richly diverse and inclusive curriculum that leads each student to develop his or her personal artistic vision while embracing our commitment to liberal studies. Read more »