Music

Eastern Arizona College’s music program draws talented, passionate students. We have some of the finest musical groups in Arizona, including the state’s only community college marching band.

Our program offers an instrumental, piano, and vocal emphasis for both a Bachelor of Science in Music Education and an Associate of Arts in Music. Allowing for a personalized music journey at a fraction of what a traditional university costs.

During a campus visit, you can attend a concert, meet instructors, and learn why EA’s music department is highly regarded.

Apply to the Music Program

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Ensembles

You can march as a freshman in the EA Marching Band — and that’s just one of the groups you can perform in right away! In addition to private instruction, students enrolled in EA’s music program also perform in at least one ensemble per semester, such as band, orchestra, or choir.

EA's Marching Band performs at the Arizona State Capitol every year.

4 Bands

Wind Ensemble
Marching Band
Jazz Band
Community Jazz Band

Audition for Band

2 Orchestras

Symphony
Chamber

Audition for Orchestra

EA Choir Students in the Annual Fall SIng Production

6 Choirs

- GilaSoul Singers
- Resonus
- A Cappella Choir
- ENCORE
- Evolution
- Symphonic Choir

Audition for Choir

Easy Transfer Options

EA’s Associate of Arts in Music meets the requirements for the first two years of a four-year bachelor’s program at most Arizona public universities. You can transfer with junior status after building a strong academic foundation at EA through small classes offered at an affordable tuition cost. You are encouraged to work closely with an academic adviser and consult the official transfer guide to ensure you are on the correct course to maximize course transferability.

Transfer Home – Bachelor of Music Education

Stay local and ignite a passion for music with EA’s Bachelor of Music Education. Designed to equip you for the exciting challenge of teaching music, this degree opens doors to thousands of job openings.

Your music education journey awaits.

Scholarship Opportunities

Eastern Arizona College’s Music Program offers scholarship opportunities to support students. Making their educational journey more affordable. Audition-based and merit-driven awards recognize your skills and commitment while providing financial assistance toward your studies.

Music Scholarship Auditions