Welcome!
Welcome to the Department of Music and Dance Program. The Department of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), and is home to the Dance Program, which offers a minor in Dance. This site highlights the many exceptional academics, faculty, performances and programs produced through the department. Your learning is an important endeavor. We look forward to working with you as you take the next steps in your education and growth.
General inquiries may be directed to the main Music office at (773) 442-5900 or music@neiu.edu.
Music
Whether you are interested in a major or minor in music education or performance, the Music Program places an emphasis on the development of your musical performance abilities. Many of Northeastern's faculty members have trained at some of the finest music schools and conservatories in the world. This level of knowledge and experience, along with your personal investment, will make your studio lessons second-to-none. Participation in musical ensembles is a requirement of all Music students, as well as attendance at live performances each semester. All students seeking admission to the Music Program must perform a live audition.
Are you ready to explore the Music Program at Northeastern? Would you like to visit the campus or schedule an audition? Contact Tina Laughlin, Recruitment, Auditions and Scholarship Coordinator, at t-laughlin@neiu.edu or (773) 442-5942.
Dance
The individually designed Dance minor includes technique classes in ballet, modern, jazz and Spanish dance. The student performance group, Dance Performance Ensemble, performs choreography created by faculty, students and guest artists every semester. Other unique performance and learning opportunities are accessible through collaborative partnerships with the Ruth Page Dance Series and through the University’s in-residence dance company, Ensemble Español.
All students seeking admission to the Dance Program must demonstrate proficiency in dance through a live or video audition. Are you ready to explore the Dance Program at Northeastern? Would you like to visit the campus or schedule an audition? Contact Dr. Christopher Owen, Department Chair, at csowen@neiu.edu or (773) 443-5929 or Emma Draves, Dance Program Coordinator, at e-draves@neiu.edu.
Scholarship Audition Dates
2025-2026 Music Auditions
Video Auditions available through April 30, 2025. Contact Tina Laughlin at t-laughlin@neiu.edu for more information.
Please visit our Music Scholarship Audition page for more detailed information on how to apply and feel free to contact Tina Laughlin, Recruitment, Auditions and Scholarship Coordinator at t-laughlin@neiu.edu at any time.
2025-2026 Dance Auditions
Please feel free to contact Emma Draves, Dance Program Coordinator, at e-draves@neiu.edu at any time to learn more about the program or the audition process. Please visit the Dance Scholarship Auditions page for more information and a link to the Dance Scholarship Application process.
