The Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music at Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas, is a dynamic part of the College of Fine Arts and Communication, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of musicians, educators, and scholars. It offers a comprehensive suite of programs, including Bachelor of Music degrees in areas like Performance and Music Education, a Bachelor of Arts, and a Master of Music with concentrations in Education and Performance. Students benefit from the guidance of accomplished faculty who provide personalized mentorship within the renovated Susan and Jimmy Simmons Music Building, featuring excellent facilities such as a recital hall, rehearsal hall, recording studio, and practice rooms. As an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music, the department maintains high standards, providing diverse ensemble opportunities and preparing graduates for varied careers in the music field.
View MusicLamar University (Lamar or LU) is a public university in Beaumont, Texas. Lamar has been a member of the Texas State University System since 1995. It was the flagship institution of the former Lamar University System. As of the fall of 2022, the university enrollment was 17,044 students. Lamar University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and named for Mirabeau B. Lamar, the second president of the Republic of Texas.