Date of Award
1-1-2025
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Ph.D. in Music
First Advisor
Alan L. Spurgeon
Second Advisor
Elizabeth Hearn
Third Advisor
Micah Everett
School
University of Mississippi
Relational Format
dissertation/thesis
Abstract
This dissertation explores the history of Delta State University's music department from its inception in 1925 as Delta Teachers College to the closure of the department in May 2024, just shy of the University’s centennial. The study examines the ensembles offered, student and faculty participation, and degree programs throughout the years. It also considers the department's development and the factors leading to its closure, with insights into future plans. The research provides a comprehensive overview of the music department’s evolution and impact over nearly a century.
Recommended Citation
Hugley, Steven Gregory, "The History of the Delta State University Music Department" (2025). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. 3295.
https://egrove.olemiss.edu/etd/3295