Minors in Music

Bring music into your education—no matter your major.

Whether you're studying Biological Sciences, Africana and American Studies or Anthropology, UB's music minors give you the chance to keep your musical passion alive while earning a credential that broadens your skills and creativity.

From performing in ensembles to exploring music technology or jazz improvisation, you'll gain real experience and work with dedicated faculty in a supportive, hands-on environment.
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Minor Programs

  • General Music Minor
    4/11/25
    Perfect for students in any major who want to explore music and expand their creative toolkit. Build a foundation in music theory and history, then personalize your path with electives in composition, electronic music or music production. You'll also gain performance experience through active participation in UB ensembles.
  • Music Performance Minor
    4/11/25
    For students who want to keep performing while deepening their academic understanding of music. Strengthen your theory and history background while studying one-on-one with UB’s performance faculty. Perform regularly with Department of Music ensembles.
  • Jazz Performance Minor
    4/11/25
    Live, breathe and play jazz—no matter what you’re majoring in. This minor is designed for students who want to keep jazz in their lives while exploring other academic interests. Learn from UB’s Grammy-winning jazz faculty and perform in groups that connect you to the larger Buffalo jazz scene.
  • Sound Recording and Production Minor
    4/11/25
    Turn up the volume on your creativity. If you're passionate about music, media or sound design, this minor gives you the technical skills and creative tools to bring your ideas to life. Whether you're tracking vocals in the studio, designing audio for video or mixing live performances, you'll learn how to shape sound in ways that move people.

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