The Department of Music at Case Western Reserve University strives to be an inclusive environment where all members of our community feel empowered to participate, contribute, and thrive. We believe that fostering a culture of belonging and mutual respect fuels creativity, innovation, and academic excellence—enhancing the quality of life for everyone we serve.
We are committed to maintaining the highest standards required by our accrediting bodies, including the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the Ohio Department of Education (ODE).
The mission of the Department of Music is to:
- Foster preeminent research, creative endeavors, and learning.
- Support students in developing their musical skills and knowledge in the context of a liberal arts education; equip students to become proactive scholar-practitioners in music education; and promote the academic education of students from the Cleveland Institute of Music, through the Joint Music Program.
- Provide local, regional, national, and international leadership in the fields of musicology, historical performance practice, and music education, and prepare the next generation of leaders in these fields.
- Encourage service to the institution and related academic disciplines, participation in faculty governance, and the promotion of open communication and shared policy-making.
More information about our Mission and Vision is available on the main case.edu website.