Vocal Arts
The Vocal Arts area is one of the most visible and vibrant parts of the exceptional music program at Georgia Southern University. Students from all academic majors participate in choirs, opera, and private vocal study. Those wishing to major in music may pursue the Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education, Performance, or Composition or the Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music. Graduate students may earn the Master of Music Degree in Music Education, Performance, Music Technology, or Composition. The Minor in Music is available in Applied, Music History and Literature, and Music Technology.
Georgia Southern graduates have successful careers in music education, performance and other arts-related professions. Alumni have continued their educations in graduate programs at the Eastman School of Music, Boston University , Peabody Conservatory, Westminster Choir College , and the Royal College of Music in London.
Expand the joy of singing, develop your voice and let your talent soar! Ready to sing?
Whether you want to sing in a chorus, act in an opera or show off your vocal chops in a jazz ensemble or a rock band, the Gretsch School of Music has you covered.
You’ll have a multitude of performance opportunities when you study voice. Students from all academic majors can participate in numerous performance arenas such as choirs, opera and private vocal study to explore and accomplish much with their voice.



Degrees with a vocal emphasis
- Bachelor of Music in Music Education, Concentration in Choral
- Bachelor of Music in Performance, Concentration in Voice Performance
- All undergraduate degrees
- Master of Music, Concentration in Performance
Vocal Ensembles
In addition to academic studies and performances, you’ll have the chance to perform off-campus in concert tours and competitions. The Georgia Southern Chorale often performs and competes internationally. The Georgia Southern Operas offers students opportunities to enjoy multiple performance styles and venues.
Off-Campus Appearances and Tours
Academic studies and performances are augmented by numerous off-campus appearances by students and faculty, and Georgia Southern Chorale’s annual concert tours. The Georgia Southern Chorale is often active in international studies during the summer, recently competing in the International Anton Bruckner Choir Competition in Linz, Austria (2013) and Laurea Mundi Budapest (2016), where they won the Grand Prix, and the Ave Verum – Baden International Choral Competition (2019), where they won a Gold Certificate.
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Vocal Arts Faculty

Professor of Voice
Director, Georgia Southern Opera

Associate Professor, Voice

Senior Lecturer, Voice

Professor, Choir

Professor, Voice

Professor
Director of Choral Activities

Associate Professor of Music Education
Assistant Director of Choral Activities

Lecturer, Opera and Collaborative Piano
Questions? Contact Us!

Dr. Arikka Gregory
Professor of Voice
Director, Georgia Southern Opera
Email: agregory@georgiasouthern.edu
Phone: 912-478-5408
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Last updated: 3/30/2022