Music Education degrees are unique in that the result of the program not only enhances the student's personal skills as a musician, providing opportunities for further development, but the program also prepares the student for teaching others how to explore their own musical interests and talents. The Department of Music at the University of Nevada, Reno offers the Bachelor of Music, Music Education and Master of Music, Music Education degrees with three different fields of concentration attached to each in order to accommodate the background, musical preferences and educational goals of students interested in Music Education as a professional career choice.This degree program is offered for candidates who are active music teachers All Master of Music - Music Education degree candidates must submit a videotape or DVD of their teaching prior to admission into the program.Development of personal musical skills in both solo performance and interactive ensemble performance platforms, Development of single instrument performance skills sufficient for classroom instruction, accompaniment and tutoring, Development of skills for classroom interaction, designing lesson plans and classroom strategies that will compel students to learn.