Over the six decades of its existence,
the University of Ibadan has been host to a myriad of musical activities. These
were played out in the establishment and burgeoning of musical groups and
interests, some of which include the Music Circle and the University Choir.
These activity groups succeeded in creating an aura of sonic effervescence
within the institution.
However, beyond recreational practice,
the University of Ibadan has earned a reputable image as a frontline
institution of learning and research in the performing arts. The long term
existence, productivity and success of the Theatre Arts department attest to
this fact. Against this background and in line with the vision of the
University “to be a world-class institution
for academic excellence geared towards meeting societal needs”, it
therefore became necessary to establish Music as an academic discipline. This
ultimately led to the creation of the Department of Music in the Faculty of
Arts.
Dr A. O. Ogunsanya
Coordinator
VISION
The vision of the music programme is to
be a world class academic Department that will serve as a referent for all
other academic Departments in every University where Music is taught. This is
line with the vision of the University of Ibadan.
MISSION
The mission of the Department is to
produce graduates worthy learning and character, who will serve as custodian of
society’s salutary values and who will bring their various musical skills to
bear on practical and cultural issues relevant to the larger society.
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