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The Winters School of Music

The official page for The Donald and Frances Winters School of Music - William Carey University

Music study at the Winters School of Music is designed to blend the faith and learning of musical concepts for real‑world application. Students are challenged to discover musical capabilities, spirituality, and interests so they may fully realize their own self-expression, enjoy music as recreation, or engage in music as a profession.

09/07/2026

Sharpen your skills, build confidence, and get audition-ready with the Carey Music faculty at William Carey University!

📆: Saturday, September 12
⏰: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Open to brass, woodwinds, and percussion students to help prepare for upcoming auditions.

Registration includes a Winters School of Music t-shirt!

Regsiter here by September 8th: https://rb.gy/j7ip8c

09/05/2026

One of our first recital classes in our newly renovated auditorium brought together 200+ music majors and minors for a roundtable discussion on piano collaboration with several of our faculty members. We are excited for what’s ahead this year!

09/03/2026

Find Your Higher Calling.

Join us September 19th for Fall Preview Day at William Carey University! Tour the campus, meet our faculty, and explore what makes Carey special. Save your spot today!

Registration Link: wmcarey.edu/visit/

08/26/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Andrew Beasley, Doctor of Arts in Music candidate, on successfully defending his thesis.

Thesis Title: "The History of Mississippi Music Educators Association"

Committee members:
Dr. Joel Dunlap, chair
Dr. Susan Ruggiero
Dr. Brian Murphy

Join us in congratulating Dr. Beasley!

08/24/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Lisa Benton, Doctor of Arts in Music candidate, on successfully defending her thesis.

Thesis Title: "Choosing the Right Notes: Repertoire Selection Practices Among Middle School Choral Directors"

Committee members:
Dr. Joel Dunlap, chair
Dr. Christina Mathis
Dr. Katrina Cox

Join us in congratulating Dr. Benton!

08/23/2026

What a year this week has been!

08/21/2026

How we feel entering a new school year 🎶🤪

A great first recital class meeting of the year with our music majors and minors! We’re off to a great start and looking forward to all that’s ahead in 2026–2027!

08/20/2026

Continuing our series celebrating recent music education graduates:

✨ Graduate Spotlight: Mattie Heiser

Congratulations to Mattie Heiser, recent Master of Music Education graduate, who will begin her position as PreK to 6th Music Teacher at North Forrest and Rawls Springs Elementary schools!

““My time at Carey truly shaped me. God wanted me there and He did a good work in me while I was a student. Now every day as I teach I strive to do it with musical excellence and passion for Jesus. The mission statement of the Winter’s School of Music basically became my Philosophy of Education! I will always carry it with me.”

Congratulations, Mattie! We are praying for as you begin your teaching career!

Address

710 William Carey Parkway
Hattiesburg, MS
39401

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16013186175

Website

https://www.wmcarey.edu/music, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmpEO3IvRYfnr1C-fKel1iw, https://linktr.ee/wmcareymusic?

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