Our Mission
The mission of the Music Programs of ³Ô¹ÏÍø is to provide students with educational and performance experiences that cultivate creativity, develop performance proficiency and enhance intellectual potential in a multifaceted global society.
The SC State Music Program is part of the Department of Visual & Performing Arts and the College of Education, Humanities & Social Sciences. Dr. Rosetta Dingle is the adacemic program coordinator.


Music Education
The Music Program offers a Bachelor of Science in Music Education with concentrations in Choral/Piano, PK-12; Choral/Voice, PK-12; and Instrumental, PK-12.Learn more
Performing Ensembles
Audition Information
Students pursuing a degree in music are required to complete an audition for acceptance
into their desired music specialization area. This audition process is separate from
those held for the ³Ô¹ÏÍø choral and instrumental groups.
Students must exhibit demonstrated potential for a successful career in Music Education
or Music Industry through basic proficiency on their chosen instrument and provide
verification of solo or ensemble experience. Additionally, a diagnostic theory entrance
examination is given for placement into the proper theory class for transfer students.
All majors complete a sophomore examination.
Audition Dates
In person auditions occur during the Spring and Fall semesters as follows:
For Spring Semester
Sept. 1 – Dec. 1
For Fall Semester
Feb. 2 – April 30
Music auditions may also be completed via Zoom or as a video of social media platforms such as YouTube.
Important Documents for Music Students
All inquiries about SC State Music Programs should be made to:
Dr. Rosetta Dingle
Coordinator of Music Programs
803-536-8886
rdingle@scsu.edu