Music Major for a Day
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Hosted by the K-State Music Program
Sponsored by the K-State School of Music Theatre, and Dance
This event is for any high school junior or senior interested in majoring in music at Kansas State University. Students will experience a typical day as a music major.
Participants will have the opportunity to visit campus, observe classes and ensembles, talk with current music students, get advice on preparing to be a music major, ask questions to the faculty, and experience lunch at an on-campus dining facility.
This event is open to 30 juniors and seniors selected by lottery who register. You will be contacted by email to confirm your registration.
Schedule
- 8:45am: Check In at Kimser Hall (McCain Room 204)
- 9:00am: Welcome Event at Kirmser Hall
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9:30am: Class Visits
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10:00am: Audition Preparation at Kirmser Hall
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10:30am: Observe Choir Rehearsal at Kirmser Hall
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11:00am: Tour of School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (Meet on McCain stage)
- 11:30am: Studio Visits
- 12:00pm: Lunch at Kramer Hall (provided) and Campus Tour (Meet outside All Faiths Chapel)
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1:30pm: Music Program Overview at Student Union Big 12 Room (221)
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2:30pm: Q&A with Music Majors at Student Union Big 12 Room (221)
- 3:30pm: Return Home or Attend Ensembles Rehearsals (optional)
Parents
Parents are an integral part of the college process. Accordingly, parents are certainly allowed to attend with their student, though this day is geared towards high school juniors and seniors and parent attendance is not required.
Parking
Parking passes provided by the Music Program.
Parking locations and other parking options available by visiting K-State Parking Services.
Contact for Questions
Dr. Ruth Gurgel, Chair of Music Education: gurgel@ksu.edu