The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree provides students with a strong foundation in music combined with a broad liberal arts core curriculum. The music major at Armstrong Atlantic State University has the choice of a variety of areas of specialization including keyboard, voice or instrumental applied study; composition; or a liberal arts track. Each of these programs includes a strong component of music history and theory that equips the graduate to succeed in a variety of music related professions.

Students graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree have a wide variety of professional opportunities before them. AASU graduates have pursued advanced degrees in church music, music education and performance. The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree also qualifies the graduate to pursue study in areas such as music library studies, music management and commercial music. In addition to classical studies, the department also has an active jazz music program with ample performance opportunities in the community. Following graduation, musicians find that continued performance avenues in chorus work and wind ensemble also exist locally. Many graduates also pursue careers as private music teachers or as church musicians.