Washington University

• Undergraduate and graduate students alike can study music at Washington University in St. Louis. Undergraduates can earn a bachelor of arts in music or, for those who want to become music professionals, a bachelor of music. Students who want to earn a bachelor of music study performance, music history and keyboard skills. The school requires pre-professional students to pass a piano proficiency exam. Graduate students can earn master's or doctoral degrees while studying music theory, composition and performance.
  
  

Webster University

• Webster University's non-degree granting music school accepts students from the community at-large. The National Association of Schools of Music accredits the music school, which offers three campuses throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area. Music instruction opportunities for young children include private and group lessons, specialized strings programs, orchestras and ensembles featuring strings, percussion and jazz music. The school hosts regular recitals so students can perform for families, friends and community members.
  
  

St. Louis School of Music

• Students studying at the St. Louis School of music can perfect their violin, piano or fiddle schools. Students can also try playing the ocarina, an ancient flute that often appears in folk music. Besides regular lessons, students can participate in music theory and reading classes, a monthly technique class that focuses on scales and sight-reading, along with a master class for immediate and advanced students that involves solo performances followed by feedback from peers. The school educates students of all levels.
  
  

St. Louis University

• Music lovers who want to earn a bachelor's degree in the field can attend St. Louis University. The school also allows students to minor in music. Auditions are required for admittance into the program. Specializations include musical studies or performance. Students can take piano classes, learn how to make music on computers, study theory and learn about the history of jazz. The school's ensembles include one for piano, strings, wind instruments, guitar and jazz music.