The Department of Music at St. Petersburg College provides specialized training in music to prepare students for professional work or continued university study, for teaching music, for working in the music industry, and for general cultural enrichment. The curriculum is designed to present the learning of music as an integrated whole. Solo and ensemble performance, theoretical and historical studies, concert attendance, and electives are intended to provide a balanced education.

The department offers course work and performance opportunities for all SPC students and members of the community. Classes include music theory, applied music lessons, class piano, Music History, Music & Computers , Fundamentals of Music, various ensembles, and more.

In addition to the educational experiences described above, the faculty and students of the Department of Music are active in the musical affairs of the Tampa Bay area. The faculty are available for consultation and service is offered through workshops, performances, publications, and leadership roles in professional organizations.