Transform Your Passion Into a Purposeful Experience at BW
In BW's nationally acclaimed Conservatory of Performing Arts, you'll find that our music programs are student-centered and bold. As an undergraduate-only Conservatory, classes are taught in a vibrant community where passion, precision, and creative expression lead to meaningful learning and extraordinary performance.
Explore Music Majors, Minors and Programs
Small class sizes, challenging courses, a culture of performance and faculty mentoring are at the heart of a BW education. Distinguished Conservatory faculty bring real-world experience, impressive credentials and professional connections to your studies.








Conservatory Leadership & Faculty
BW Conservatory leadership and faculty are educators and mentors committed to your personal and professional success.
They are renowned artists and scholars with impressive credentials and decades of real-world experience. They'll help you achieve technical precision, artistic expression and foster important real-world opportunities for your studies.

Susan Van Vorst
Dean, Conservatory of Performing Arts

Beth Hiser
Associate Dean, Music

Bryan Bowser
Associate Dean, Theatre Arts & Entrepreneurship
Contact Conservatory of Performing Arts Admissions

“Take the time to explore all of your options, but do so with the goal of finding a place where you can combine your passion with a reasonable career path.”
Matthew Miller
Director of Performing Arts Admission
BW Consertatory
(440) 826-2367, music@bw.edu