The specialty courses in music develop the knowledge, musicianship, and skills needed to teach and direct music activities from early childhood through secondary school, and to pursue careers in, or related to, the music business industry. The music unit program also offers instruction in music to students majoring in other disciplines as a part of the university's general core requirements. Many events, performances, and seminars are provided for the university community and the greater community of Winson-Salem and Forsyth County by faculty and students alike. Faculty members are well recognized professionally with diverse performance and educational training that encourages students to investigate and appreciate various forms of music expressions.

To earn the degrees of Bachelor of Science in Music Education (instrumental/vocal/keyboard) and/or Bachelor of Science in Music Management and Merchandising, students must be proficient in a major performing medium (voice, instrument, organ or piano), and earn a minimum of six (6) semester hours in a minor performance instrument. All majors must take piano and be able to demonstrate acceptable levels of proficiency. All majors must also enroll for at least one (1) semester of voice if their major area is in another medium.