Welcome to the NSULA Division of Music at the Mrs. H. D. Dear, Sr. and Alice E. Dear School of Creative and Performing Arts. Here you can find information on our degree programs, our outstanding faculty, upcoming concerts, and facilities for Music here at Northwestern State University. CAPA's Division of Music offers fully-accredited bachelor’s degrees in Music Education, Music Performance, and Music Performance with a concentration in Sacred Music, as well as a Master of Music degree at the graduate level. It also provides multiple opportunities for majors and non-majors to participate in a variety of musical activities on the University level.

Northwestern’s School of Creative and Performing Arts has been recognized as an “Area of Excellence” among Louisiana colleges and universities.  This is a reflection upon our outstanding faculty, excellent facilities, and strength of our programs, all of which are described and profiled on this website. NSU students have an opportunity to perform in exciting vocal and instrumental ensembles such as the NSU Choirs, Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony, Wind and Jazz Ensembles, and the 300-member “Spirit of Northwestern” Marching Band. Scholarships are available for musically gifted students, regardless of their major course of study, who want to perform in NSU ensembles or as keyboard artists.

If you want to be involved in music, regardless of your major, there is a place for you at Northwestern.  If you want to major in music, NSU is an excellent choice for assisting you in developing your talent and skills.  Look through our website and learn more about our program.  If I can answer questions or provide additional information regarding our programs, ensembles, scholarships, or faculty, please contact me.

I look forward to hearing from you!