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A Message From Shelton Berg
Shelton Berg, dean of the University of Miami’s Frost School of Music, welcomes future music students into this most exciting and ever-evolving industry.
Orchestrating the Right Fit
Music education consultant Steve Lipman examines some of the most critical, and often unexplored, factors to consider when choosing a music college or university.
10 Breaking Down the Audition
The often-stressful process of preparing for college auditions can be simplified by following a few pieces of simple advice.
16 Roundtable: Making the Leap
Four experienced music educators discuss how high school students should best prepare for an undergraduate education in music.
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The Next Step Forward N
ow that you’ve decided to pursue a degree in music, you’re about to enter an exciting phase in your life that is certain to present numerous opportunities and challenges. In your high school career, you’ve no doubt developed your instrumental or vocal skills, performed with numerous ensembles, built your music theory background, and achieved a number of honors and awards. As you enter your chosen school of music, you will both hone your skills even further as well as expand your musical and non-musical horizons to prepare you for a career inside or outside the field of music. SBO’s 11th College Search & Career Guide is a great place to launch your search for the music program that will help you achieve your goals and provide you a variety of educational opportunities. In these pages, you will find a wealth of information from over 100 college music schools, as well as a variety of articles to help guide your search. Reviewing advice from a variety of sources along with gaining knowledge of the different academic degree programs should be the most important components of your planning process. Additionally, contacting any friends, relatives, teachers or other acquaintances who have experience in the field can simplify this challenge immeasurably. One other tool to keep an eye in is our upcoming new website to “Remember that search for music schools – www.yopus.com – which will be launched in the spring of 2012. Yopus will the degree itself provide comprehensive online search capabilities for is not an ‘end,’ but music colleges in the USA, as well as a wide variety of part of the process articles and other resources. When considering a degree in music, it is important of moving into the to keep an open mind to the world of opportunities professional world within the broad spectrum of the music world. Remember that the degree itself is not an “end,” but part after college.” of the process of moving into the professional world after college. Although most students will not become the next virtuoso performer, there are a tremendous variety of rewarding careers beyond performance including: education, arts management, recording technology, publishing, retailing manufacturing, repair, music law, and so many others. Choosing a music college that offers a wide variety of courses within music and outside of music, such as marketing, business, graphic arts, accounting and others, will provide you with an excellent foundation for launching your career. The colleges, universities, and conservatories that can be found in this edition of SBO’s College Search & Career Guide offer a wide-variety of programs to provide solid foundation in all facets of music. You should also give serious consideration to your needs as they pertain to the size of the school, student/faculty ratios, ensemble/performance opportunities, the competitiveness of the students, and other significant factors affecting your decision. Finally, visiting the school to get a “feel” for the atmosphere and student and teacher opinions is quintessential to making a successful decision. Preparation is the key to success for choosing the right music school, and a part of that is taking advantage of the universe of opportunities at your disposal. This publication, the online resources at www.sbomagazine.com, as well as the upcoming Yopus. com, will greatly assist your first steps in what may become an exciting life in music. We wish you the best of luck in your search!
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We are the luckiest people on eart k the universal language of music. strangers. Why? Because we spea e s into the heart of each audienc One beautiful note or phrase seep do we at Wh common experience. member, drawing us all together in knits the world together, and is sic Mu l. is important – in fact, it is vita I am thrilled that you are considera healing power like none other. So, ing a career in music. nd the music scene, with major There is a great deal of anxiety arou for and a sense that people won’t pay record labels seeming to implode, new ry Eve . cerns, I am an optimist music any more. In spite of these con ns of music’s demise. This beictio pred it technology has brought with ion pictures, and continued through gan with sound recording and mot so on. In actuality, every one of radio, television, CDs, DVDs, and lted in these technological advances resu possiits and a quantum leap for music re. ic being listened to than ever befo mus e mor bilities. Right now, there is ets outl “You will be entering ia med and , ers, music festivals There are more performing arts cent com in s ance adv r Internet and othe the music profession than the world has ever seen. The are res gen new and munities for music, munication are creating new com at a ver y exciting time, emerging from collaborations that were not possible even a decade ago. ession at a very exciting time, and You will be entering the music prof and your generation re. Music will become more multi-di your generation will shape its futu way give will s digm ive. The old para will shape its future.” mensional, multi-media, and interact ortunities I might have had at your opp the of e to the ones you invent. Som soul into music. I have never replace them. Follow your heart and age will disappear, but new ones will each day knowing that I will create d my life as a musician, and I wake regretted the choice I made to spen more magic in the world. or help someone else create a little Best regards, Shelton G. Berg Dean, Frost School of Music University of Miami
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Orchestrating the Right Fit: How to find the music college you can call home By Steve Lipman
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hoosing the right music school, college music department, or university music program can be a daunting task for the uninitiated. Even for professionals in the music education field, it’s not always a slam-dunk advising a stu-
dent as to which school would best serve his or her educational and career goals. In my 25 years as a director of Admissions and later as assistant vice president for Student Affairs at a major music college, I always advised students and their families that overall “fit” was the key to a successful college experience. Contrary to popular belief, fit is not just about, “who will my private teacher be?” or, “what ensembles will I be placed in?” or even, “ what are my chances of getting into that major?” It’s about all of those things and much, much more. In fact, and this may surprise some people, those factors may not even be the most important criteria in making a student’s college years rewarding, fun, and the launching pad to a successful career in the music industry. So, what are the keys to a successful fit between student and institution? Well, there are many. In no particular order or priority they include: Size of school, location, setting, facilities, curriculum, faculty, educational philosophy, majors available,
performance opportunities, minors available, academic rigor, diversity and attitude of students attending, schoolwide culture, extra-curricular activities, student clubs, financial aid, scholarships, and career advising. Criteria often not thought about, but I consider important enough to at least take into consideration are: Leave of absence policy, so students can accept occasional short professional gigs, musician-directed wellness programs, and even the goals and objectives of the president of the institution. Have I made an already difficult task even more difficult? Well, this just may be one of the more important decisions in a person’s life. Some may notice I left out such obvious things as dorm life, dining hall food, and a few others that some people might be concerned about. I have a personal philosophy about such things, and that is: if all, or at least most of the
other things listed above are chart-toppers and working to your advantage, you won’t even notice that the food may be bland, or that the dorm mattress is way too soft for your liking. If you’re excited about going to class, practicing, jamming with friends, writing music, playing gigs, engineering sessions, networking for the future, and sitting in on clinics with worldclass musicians, then the other stuff is small potatoes, as they say. Each of the components of “fit” listed above, as well as a few others, could take up a whole article by itself. So lets just tackle a few in brief, some obvious, some less obvious, just to present rough idea of how to approach this undertaking.
Private Instructors/Faculty Admittedly, this is one of my personal pet peeves. Yes, I understand the attraction of choosing an institution with the opportunity to study privately with a renowned artist/performer/teacher. They often have a lot to offer and at times can serve as a conduit to the professional world you so longingly wish to enter. But take into consideration the limited number of times and the limited
hours spent under the tutelage of your private instructor. Consider how many weeks a semester might they be on the road, fulfilling professional obligations. Now take into account the number of classes and time spent in harmony class, ear training or sight-singing, ensemble, counterpoint and composition, English Literature, even in the listening lab and practice rooms. One’s education and capabilities will eventually be an accumulation, an amal-
Size You no doubt have come across the phrase, “one size fits all.” Well, when it comes to attending college, this phrase couldn’t be farther from the truth. The most well-known and respected music schools in the country range in students from just a few hundred to many thousands. And, for those who choose to attend a school of music that is part of a large university, the number of students at that university may easily be in the tens of thousands. I bring this up because the “feel” of attending a conservatory with 400 students is quite different than attending a university with perhaps 40,000 students. Both offer different educational opportunities, as well as different social environments. Only you can decide which setting feels right to you.
Geographic Location Going to college in a small town in Vermont, Ohio, or Colorado, is a whole lot different than attending school in Boston, New York City, Chicago, or Los Angeles. The energy, crowds, and intensity of the urban setting that may be perfectly suitable for one student could be another student’s nightmare. Even if you think you know which setting turns on your creative juices, you owe it to yourself to visit one of the opposite settings. You just might surprise yourself and expand your world and horizons. SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012 7
gamation of all these learned skills. Don’t pay them short shrift. Evaluate those classes and the faculty who teach them. They are important and may mean the difference between a well-rounded musician and a narrowly educated or one with a limited focus and skill set.
Networking No doubt another phrase many folks are familiar with is: “You are judged by the company you keep.” Well, this one is true. In the music business networking is everything. Who you know, whom you’ve played with (or written for, or engineered for, or subbed for), and who knows you, may be the key that opens the door to your career. Choose a school that attracts like-minded students. Your college buddies often form the foundation of your adult (and professional) life. I’ve repeated many times that the most important thing to leave school with is that proverbial “little black book” (nowadays your PDA or iPhone). Come Monday morning
following graduation, it will become your closest friend.
Extracurricular Activities Fraternities, sororities, school newspaper, inter-mural sports, homecoming, student government, mocktrial, debating team, semester study abroad, internships, student clubs, etc. How important are these college experiences to you? Be aware not all schools or colleges have all of them; and some music/arts institutions may have none of them. Check them out. Weigh the pros and the cons of attending a school that has them or doesn’t have them. Only you can ultimately make that decision. As you can see, choosing the music school, college, or university that fits a student’s needs – educationally, professionally, socially – is serious business. Just like the college experience itself, you’ll get out of it only what you put into it. Consult parents, teachers,
and friends. But in the end, in the final analysis, remember it’s your four years; not your parents’; not your friends’, not your bandmates’. Just yours. Choose wisely. They just may be the most important four years of your life. Steve Lipman is president of Steven Lipman Associates, a music education consulting firm based in Boston, Mass. Specializing in the field of contemporary popular music, Mr. Lipman advises talented high school age student musicians and their families in identifying and selecting music colleges and university music departments, guiding them through each step of the application process. Having spent more than 40 years at Berklee College of Music as director of Admissions, assistant dean of Students, and as assistant vice president for Student Affairs, Steve is one of the country’s leading experts on contemporary music education and college admissions. He can be reached at slipman2@gmail.com; or (617) 823-5442.
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Breaking Down the Audition By DaviD Demsey
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or many students, the college audition process seems to be full of anxiety and stress. Although the audition is certainly a moment when students want to make the best possible impression (musically as well as person-
ally), it’s best to think of this as a time when one can also learn which program is the best fit. In fact, students are auditioning the program as much as they are auditioning students.
The Audition Recording Most programs require an audition recording; some schools use this as a first step to scheduling live auditions, and other programs have an option or requirement for recorded auditions only. Don’t toss this off as a “preliminary” record-
ing – you’ll never have a chance to closely investigate any program if you don’t first grab their attention, and this is your chance. The major jazz studies programs have only a certain number of openings based upon available faculty teaching loads, rehearsal space, scheduling, et cetera, and there are many more applicants than the available openings. This recording is your chance to make the case that you are “a contender,” that you have musicality and potential that the faculty wants to help develop. Take full advantage of the opportunity. As you plan your recording, first read the school’s audition requirements carefully and follow them closely, in terms of required scales, repertoire,
ing tunes like “Giant Steps,” “Countdown,” or “Moment’s Notice”: super strong with excellent command and deep knowledge, or not good. It’s better to perform well on tunes that demonstrate your strengths. If you spend money on producing your CD, spend it on getting the best possible players to accompany you. Although gaining recording studio experience is important, spending thousands of dollars on a big production is worthless if the playing is not strong. Of course it’s important to spend time jamming with your friends and peers, but if you are in the very common situation of being the best jazz player in your school, do not hesitate to ask your teacher for recommendations on pro players who will make you sound your best. Although the faculty focus
on each applicant’s performance and try not to let the accompaniment affect their decision, many an audition has the added distraction of a bassist or pianist playing wrong changes, or a dragging/rushing drummer. If finding strong accompanists is impossible, a play-along recording from Jamey Aebersold or other sources is preferable. It’s always best to demonstrate your interaction with fellow humans (after all, that’s the basis of this music), but a well-balanced and well-recorded play-along audition is in my opinion far better than a distractingly poor live rhythm section. The CD package is also important. Again, no need to spend lots of money – just make the CD cover neat, readable and attractive. Be sure to include your name and contact information (unless
“The live audition session itself can be daunting, so the key is to be so well prepared that you are ready for practically anything.” Photo credit: Five Towns College.
tempos, styles, and so on. Do exactly what they ask – and consider the reasons for these requirements; they tell you a lot about the school and what they expect of their students. If you are asked to select your own repertoire, your choices will speak as loudly to the auditioners as your performance itself. Although it’s great to showcase your ability as a composer with your original tunes or showcase the uniqueness of your working band, the core of your audition should be made up of popular song and jazz standards (some schools require this). Standard tunes are the common denominators of modern and older jazz alike, and have formed the basis of jazz for a century. Through your choices, you can demonstrate your understanding of that history, lineage and repertoire. Although much of your high school experience may have been in an 18-piece big band, any competitive college jazz program expects incoming students to have considerable improvisation experience and repertoire when they arrive. Some other CD tips: make your case succinctly by including no more than three or four selections. You should be the first improvising soloist after the initial melody statement; don’t make the auditioners fast-forward through other peoples’ solos to find you. Mix up the tempos of the selections; along with the medium- and up-tempo tunes that show your technical level, include a lyrical ballad that you truly “believe in,” with a melody that you can really sing with musicality. If possible, include at least one standard such as “All the Things You Are,” “Have You Met Miss Jones?” or “Body and Soul,” showing your ability to improvise over modulating chord progressions. Although tunes like “Impressions,” “Autumn Leaves,” “Song for My Father,” or a blues are certainly famous standards, an audition recording made up only of these modal or “one-key” tunes can imply that the applicant can handle nothing more than that. On the other hand, avoid including the most difficult tunes you know on your CD; for example, there are only two kinds of improvised solos on very challeng-
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the school requires that this information be omitted on the CD), with the correct order of tracks listed. Check the disc on a standard home CD player before it goes in the mail to be sure that it burned correctly! A blank or unreadable CD means extra work for the school in contacting applicants to re-send their audition… or worse, rejecting them out-of-hand without their ever knowing what happened.
The Live Audition When you receive a call or letter inviting you to come to the campus for a live audition, that creates an important opportunity for you. Take advantage of your presence in the jazz program’s building to check out classes, ensemble rehearsals, even private lessons if possible, as well as the overall atmosphere in the corridors. Learn about the housing situation, and try to get a tour that includes a meal in the cafeteria and a dormitory visit. If the audition day schedule makes these visits impossible, make every attempt to come back another day when you can accomplish this. (Note: most programs will welcome you at any time for a daylong visit to sit in on classes if you make an appointment. These have an advantage because you’ll often get more personal attention than would be possible on a group audition date.) When you visit, ask yourself these questions: Will you be challenged by the classes and ensembles? Are you meeting students and faculty with whom you identify? Does the program repertoire reflect a broad focus from modernist to traditional, from small group to big band? How is the atmosphere: is it well organized and relaxed, or does it seem too rigid and regimented, or too loose and unfocused? Get to know the program’s statistics: some students do better in a larger, more competitive environment, while others thrive in a smaller, more intimate situation. Similarly, some students want big-city surroundings, others prefer a campus setting, and others a combination of those. The live audition session itself can be daunting, so the key is to be so 12 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
well prepared that you are ready for practically anything. That confidence that “I’ll be fine no matter what” will minimize the factor of nerves. There may be required repertoire, so consider the reasons behind the faculty’s choice of requirements. For example, what are they looking for by asking everyone to play this same selection? Do your homework to understand the history of the tune through its famous recordings: important elements like introductions or endings, background or harmony parts often don’t appear in fake book lead sheets, so the recordings are the true source. Be aware of any harmonic pitfalls such as quick key changes, or places in the progression where there are alternate or substitute harmonies you should know. If there is a sight-reading requirement, there’s only one way to practice for that – read new music every day. Song melodies from fake book anthologies are good practice, but jazz etude books by such people as Bob Mintzer, Jim Snidero, and Greg Fishman provide more challenging experience at multiple levels of difficulty. Assuming you are allowed to pick a tune for the live audition, choose an “old friend” that is familiar and relaxing to play from memory – that hopefully did not appear on your audition CD. Have several possible backup selections along with your “Plan A” tunes, including a ballad as well as faster tempos, in case your choice is vetoed by the auditioners for any reason. Bring sheet music copies for your accompanists. Remember that you will usually be performing with faculty or advanced students that you are just meeting for the first time; they may play your selection using a different groove or tempo than you are accustomed to. To prepare, practice your tunes at widely varying speeds, all the way from walking ballad to up-tempo, and in a more traditional “swing” style as well as with a more modernist approach. If you are fully ready, you can “go with the flow” and really interact with your fellow musicians in the moment, rather than being flustered by unexpected elements they may add.
Either before you begin or when you finish playing, have some questions ready for the faculty, and be ready to briefly tell them about yourself. Use these few minutes as a chance to let them quickly get to know you personally as well as musically. Remember, it is not enough to be a great performer; they’re looking for great people as well, ready to interact and fit into a variety of musically and culturally diverse situations. A final live-audition note: don’t be distracted by the apparent mood in the room as you enter; remember, that mood is a factor of the previous applicants, not you. The auditioners may be upbeat or businesslike, may be talkative or nearly silent and procedural, even a bit punchy and silly after sitting in that room for eight straight hours. Just go with it, as you would any situation meeting new people, remember that they’re human too. Be ready to do your thing at the downbeat, and create your own mood! Many of our William Paterson University jazz majors and alumni have told me that they look back on their audition and program selection process as a very positive time when they made important career decisions that have affected their lives. This advice on CD preparation and live auditions will hopefully help you gain awareness of the central issues, so that you are equipped to make these decisions. Good luck!
David Demsey is a saxophonist, and is professor of Music, coordinator of Jazz Studies and curator of the Living Jazz Archives at William Paterson University in Wayne, N.J., co-leading that program with pianist Mulgrew Miller. His transcription book, John Coltrane Plays Giant Steps (Hal Leonard), is widely used, and his essay “Jazz Improvisation and Concepts of Virtuosity” is the final chapter in the Oxford Jazz Companion. He has been a Selmer Saxophone clinician for over 20 years, and has appeared as a featured performer, guest artist, and clinician at nearly 100 schools, colleges, and jazz festivals.
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Prepping HS Students for an Undergrad Education in Music
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he end of a student’s time in high school is often a busy one. In addition to all of the projects and studies that must completed, it’s also the perfect opportunity for those students who are planning to study music in a col-
lege or university to learn about what to expect at the next level. From a more regimented rehearsal schedule to immersion in new styles and disciplines, these students will face a wide array of challenges in their undergraduate education, both foreseen and unexpected. And it all comes with a continuously changing industry looming in the background, which they’ll have to find ways to navigate the moment they finish their studies. With all of this in mind, editors from this publication recently contacted a few highly respected school band and orchestra directors from around the country to talk about the critical elements of preparing high school music students for the next step in their musical journey. CSCG: Hindsight is always 20/20, and each of you must have opinions on how you prepared for this career when you were in high school yourselves. If you knew then what you know now, what would you change about how you approached your music education as you were wrapping up with high school? What from your own experience do you use to use to help out students that plan on continuing with music in college?
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Norman Dea (Lafayette, Calif.):
I would probably work on increasing my functional piano playing skills and would have worked harder on real music theory. I would have mastered the rudiments of music first and then more aural sight-singing and dictation. Then I’d study four-part writing, diatonic and early chromatic harmonic analysis, and basic counterpoint. These are the academic music tools students need to excel in the music college world. Yes, they can still get them as undergraduate students at the college level, but having previous experience will certainly enhance their total music experience in college. Gerry Bastien (Hudson, N.H.):
Coming from a small parochial high school with a less than adequate music curriculum, I would have listened to my private teacher and practiced more to better prepare myself. John Wevers (Long Island, N.Y.):
One of the first things I regretted was not having a piano background before I started college.
Pamela Lawson (Goddard, Kan.):
When I was in high school, I was the Concertmistress for my high school orchestra as well as a member of many honor groups. But if there is one thing I could change, I would have been proactive at getting involved in music camps and learning about additional opportunities in the field of music. I also would have been better off having learned about the prerequisites to enter into the field and the requirements to graduate. As for helping students that plan on continuing music in college, I point out the schools with reputations for excellence in music. However, I am careful to ensure that when I do that, I suggest schools that will meet the needs of the student. I make it a practice of putting students in contact with key individuals who will be able to take them to the next level. CSCG: Music education seems to always be in flux, especially with the changes brought about by rapid shifts in technology. What are some new issues that your students are facing that you didn’t have to deal with when you were in their position?
Norman Dea
Director of Instrumental Music Acalanes High School Lafayette, Calif. Norman Dea is in his 29th year of teaching and is Director of Instrumental Music at Acalanes High School. Norm also serves California music education as the CMEA State President. He is a 1980 graduate of San Francisco State University. Gerry Bastien
Director of Bands Alvirne High School Hudson, N.H. Gerry Bastien is District Coordinator of Music and Director of Bands at Alvirne High School. His responsibilities include the development,
JW: The first is technology. For example, I try to teach my kids how to use Finale. GB: I never had to deal with computers, especially when it comes to spell check and citing sources. There’s also trying to teach about cell phone etiquette, illegal downloading, YouTube, texting, Facebook, and Twitter, just to name a few. PL: Technology is constantly changing and the students have to keep up. As more coursework is required in this area, the students are finding that they are having to limit or even bypass music classes in order to satisfy these requirements. ND: Changes and advances in technology are exciting. When I was a student in high school, we didn’t have desktop computers and notational software to write music. We didn’t have instant access to all aspects of music and digital reference recordings
coordination, supervision, evaluation, and improvement of a system-wide program of general music education, guitar, keyboard, choral, and instrumental performance groups. Pamela Lawson
Orchestra Director Challenger/Discovery Intermediate Schools Goddard, Kan. Pamela Lawson is a National Board Certified music teacher in the Goddard USD 265 District in Goddard, Kan. She teaches strings and currently has an enrollment of 206 orchestra
or historical videos of performances on the internet. Today, students can find almost anything music related online. More times than not students today know the wind band and orchestral literature very well – sometimes as well as the music teacher. A possible repercussion to this technology would be students perhaps rigidly adhering to the musical interpretation of recordings instead of developing their own vision and
students. Ms. Lawson teaches privately and continues to perform violin with the Enid and Mid-Kansas Symphony Orchestras. John Wevers
Band Director Copiague High School Copiague, N.Y. John Wevers is in his 28th year as Band Director at Copiague High School on Long Island in New York. The band has won the New York’s State Championship in its class five times and won a USSBA title eight times. In 2008, the marching band participated in the Macy’s Parade.
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interpretation of a piece of music. I would encourage my music students to use these recordings as references and keeping an open mind regarding making a personal connection and relationship with the music in regards to tempo, phrasing, and musical nuance. CSCG: What are major areas of practice that often pose the greatest challenge to students making the transition from high school to collegiate music programs? JW: One major area is the tremendous amount of work you do for a one or twocredit course, so that’s one thing I counsel. Time management is a real plus. ND: Time management is probably
one of the greatest challenges when students make the transition from high school to college. High school is very structured and “in a box” while college requires more discipline on the students’ part in regards to commitments, practice time, and the overall college experience. College music students need to manage their time carefully. They must allow time for general education courses, music major courses, studio practice time, ensemble rehearsal time, and ensemble performance dates. From an organizational standpoint, this is often the true test of whether you can
end of the day, look it over and see how much time was actually wasted on frivolous issues. Their education is costing money and I advise them to get the most out of it. PL: The college schedule is defi-
nitely not that of a typical high school day as courses are offered morning, afternoon, and evening. Since many students tend to take on jobs while in college, time management can become an issue. My advice to students is to set realistic goals and to be sure to arrange time to reflect and plan. The student should be sure to keep in touch with their academic counselor – especially at the first sign of problems. Having a mentor and/or staying in touch with former teachers are also helpful. CSCG: Are there specific approaches to your students’ undergrad studies that you try to point them toward in order to help prepare them for the type of work they’ll be doing once they’re out of your hands? ND: There are many professional musicians out there in the world who are superb artists. In the world of auditions, there is always someone better. You may win that coveted audition, but you may not. I want the students to know that there are many other ave-
“I point out the schools with reputations for excellence in music. However, I am careful to ensure that when I do that, I suggest schools that will meet the needs of the student.” survive in the profession. In many ways, this is also the true training ground for becoming a professional musician or a music teacher. Time management and organization will always be critical and cannot be shortchanged. Academic habits that are predictors of success in school – including punctuality, reliability, preparedness, industriousness, and effort – are also indispensable for success in the music profession. GB: One of the greatest challenges facing students is the reality that no one is telling them what to do or when to do it once they get to college. I always advise my students to keep a daily log of what they do. Then, at the 18 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
nues to a profession in music other than performance. It could be in the music education, music recording industry, music management, music production, and instrument repair, to name a few. It’s a good idea to keep all these possible careers in perspective as they move forward in their music major. GB: A specific area of training I try to point out to my students is the need to get serious about practicing and honing their skills on their specific instrument. I also stress the importance of learning piano, theory, ear training and listening to the master! PL: I point out that all music students must demonstrate proficiency
on the piano regardless of the fact that it is not their primary instrument. I tell them to sing and have a working knowledge of music theory. SBO: Any additional thoughts on preparing high school students to study music or music education at the next level? GB: In preparing high school students for the next level I never sugar coat the reality of studying music no matter if they wish to pursue the education piece, industry or performance. I remind them if they decide to pursue music in any capacity they need to live by my mantra, “Chose to, Want to, and Love to!” JW: I try to be a realist and let them know that, in these times, education is tough and that there’s a lot of competition for jobs. I myself went out of state for five years in the ‘70s to get the job I wanted. PL: Start early. Encourage the students to begin to work with and mentor younger students. Above all, don’t be afraid to promote the cause. Despite all of the negatives we hear about education today, I continue to inform my students about opportunities in music – even those that don’t include teaching or performing. In doing so, I reflect a lot on my own career that include the ups and downs. Finally, I tell the students that the field of music can open up many doors. In the case of my own career, I have been afforded some unique opportunities that most people will never experience in a lifetime. ND: As music educators, we try to provide all our students a comprehensive music education that encompasses efficient rehearsals, stellar performances, and instruction in music theory in a nurturing and collaborative setting. We also provide those very serious music students with extracurricular opportunities that include honor bands and orchestras, solo and ensemble festival competitions, and exposure to the very best clinicians possible. Hopefully, we are teaching them skills in communication, collaboration, respect, tolerance, and patience. These are important life skills that are transferrable to all aspects of their lives.
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t Columbia College Chicago, we are dedicated to excellence in educating contemporary musicians. Our distinctive programs in composition, instrumental performance, jazz studies and vocal performance offer the rigorous training in theory and musicianship you need, with the intense individual skill training you want, all within the framework of a Liberal Arts education. Our mission is to provide you with an indepth learning experience that prepares you for a successful career in contemporary and popular music. Degree programs: Columbia College’s Music Department offers five undergraduate Bachelor of Arts concentrations, two Bachelor of Music concentrations, and one graduate degree program. The department’s new BMus degree program for Contemporary, Urban and Popular Music (CUP), integrates recording, music business, and performance skills. Our program offerings are: Bachelor of Arts with concentrations in: • Contemporary, Urban & Popular Music • Music Composition • Instrumental Performance • Vocal Performance • Jazz Studies: Instrumental Performance
Bachelor of Music with concentrations in: • Music Composition • Contemporary, Urban and Popular Music Master of Fine Arts • Music Composition for the Screen Ensembles: The Columbia College Music Department offers ensembles designed to give students performance experience in a variety of contemporary styles and genres. Our current ensemble courses include: • Blues Ensemble • Classical Guitar Ensemble • Chamber Music Ensemble • Columbia College Chorus • Columbia College Orchestra • Jazz Ensemble • Vocal Jazz Ensemble • Gospel Choir • Groove Band • Jazz Combos Jazz Guitar Ensemble • Jazz/Pop Choir • Laptop Ensemble • Latin Jazz Ensemble • Men’s Chorus • New Music Ensemble • Percussion Ensemble • Pop/Jazz Fusion Ensemble • Pop Orchestra • Pop/Rock Ensemble • R&B Ensemble • Recording and Performance Ensemble • Women’s Chorus Guest Artists-In-Residence: Columbia’s Artist-In-Residence Series are week-long residencies offering workshops, master classes, classroom instruction, and performance opportunities with such renowned artists as
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Yoshi Breen, Brian Culbertson, Benny Golson and Paula Cole. Contact us at music@colum.edu for more information, or visit our web site at www.colum.edu/music. For information on our upcoming Music Scholarship Auditions, look under Prospective Students on our website or contact music@colum.edu.
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At Columbia College Chicago, we take our jazz, blues, rock, groove and fusion as seriously as you do. Our distinctive programs in composition and performance offer the rigorous training in theory and musicianship you need, with the intense individual skill training you want, all within the framework of a Liberal Arts education.
Composition Contemporary, Urban & Popular Music Instrumental Performance Jazz Studies: Instrumental Vocal Performance
Excellence in educating contemporary musicians is our goal. What’s yours?
Bachelor of Music Degrees with a concentration in Composition Contemporary, Urban & Popular Music
Master of Fine Arts Degree Music Composition for the Screen
Mike Contemporary, Urban & Popular Music BMus, Class of 2010
FALL 2012 SCHOLARSHIP AUDITIONS FEBRUARY 4, 2012
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t North Central College you’ll find students, faculty and facilities that share your commitment to excellence. You’ll be wowed by the Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center, a $30 million worldclass venue dedicated in October 2008. The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and jazz great Wynton Marsalis raved about the acoustics in the 605-seat concert hall when they performed there. The 57,000-square-foot Fine Arts Center was built foremost for music students, and it features rehearsal spaces, practice rooms, classrooms and studios where more than 40 North Central College music faculty engage students in the art of creating music and building professional careers. North Central’s program gives you the chance to perform with more than 20 different instrumental, choral and jazz ensembles, including Concert Winds, Jazz Combos, string ensembles, Concert Choir, Women’s Chorale and others.
More than 200 students participate in North Central’s ensembles. Many receive composition and performancebased music scholarships worth up to $10,000 over four years in vocal, instrumental, jazz or music education. If you receive a performance scholarship you are required to perform in an ensemble each term and take applied instrument or voice lessons. Scholarships are renewable if you remain in good academic standing and complete the required time commitments. Audition Days are half-day events that include a group meeting with faculty, luncheon, a showcase performance, optional tours of campus and nearby downtown Naperville, as well as your warm-up and audition time. Audition Days are designed to give you a comprehensive picture of the department, faculty and programs, as well as the opportunity to audition for scholarships in one or more areas. Parents or guardians are most welcome to attend
Audition Day events.
Audition Days for 2011 are Saturday, February 18, for music, music education, theatre and jazz, and Saturday, March 3, for music, music education, theatre, jazz, art and interactive media studies. Because of North Central’s location—Naperville is just a 30-minute train ride to downtown Chicago—students have easy access to one of the world’s music capital cities. You’ll be able to see Broadway shows or performances by the Lyric Opera of Chicago or Chicago Symphony Orchestra. “We take our students to many professional events throughout the year,” says Jeordano Martinez, professor of music. Founded in 1861, North Central College is an independent, comprehensive college of the liberal arts and sciences that offers more than 55 undergraduate majors and graduate programming in six areas. With more than 2,900 undergraduate and graduate students, North Central College
“Learning how to teach music is just as important as learning how to perform music.”
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- Ramona M. Wis, Mimi Rolland Professor in the Fine Arts
is committed to academic excellence, a climate that emphasizes leadership, ethics, values and service, a curriculum that balances job-related knowledge with a liberal arts foundation and a caring environment with small classes. North Central College is affiliated with the United Methodist Church. It is recognized as one of “America’s Best Colleges” by U.S. News & World Report, which cites it as one of the top six schools in the Midwest for “Strong Commitment to Undergraduate Teaching”; as “a college for high-achieving students” by Peterson’s Competitive Colleges; as one of “America’s Best Colleges” by Forbes; among a select number of schools profiled in Kaplan’s Unofficial Insider’s Guide to the 320 Most Interesting Colleges; and as one of Princeton Review’s “Best in the Midwest” Colleges. For more information about North Central College visit northcentralcollege.edu.
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Our students choose from majors in music, music education or jazz studies and also pursue countless other passions. Find out more by calling 630-637-5800 or visit us online at northcentralcollege.edu.
Visit Days at North Central College First-Year Visit Days:
Monday, October 10, 2011 Friday, November 11, 2011 Monday, January 16, 2012 Friday, March 30, 2012
Transfer Visit Days:
Saturday, November 5, 2011 Saturday, February 11, 2012 Saturday, April 21, 2012
Fine Arts Auditions: North Central College 30 N. Brainard Street, Naperville, IL northcentralcollege.edu
Saturday, February 18, 2012 Music, Music Education, Theatre, Jazz Saturday, March 3, 2012 Music, Music Education, Theatre, Jazz, Art, Interactive Media Studies
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Lawrence University
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Overview of the Conservatory usic has been a prominent feature of life at Lawrence since its founding in 1847; the first Bachelor of Music degree was conferred in 1892. Today, the Conservatory curriculum affords more than 350 music majors a unique blend of professional education in music and a liberal arts education, a combination that has produced outstanding performers, composers, educators and scholars. Conservatory training is, by its nature, rigorous. While the Lawrence Conservatory is highly competitive, students compete not with each other, but with themselves, testing their capacity to discover and realize their own potential. Lawrentians — faculty and students alike — celebrate each others’ achievements with enthusiasm and unselfishness. As a nationally recognized conservatory integrated with a distinguished college of the liberal arts and sciences, Lawrence offers a distinctive educational opportunity, providing professional music training without compromising other intellectual and academic opportunities. All Lawrence Conservatory students pursue at least one-third of their course work outside of music, and many choose to complete both the Bachelor of Arts degree and the Bachelor of Music degree in a special five-year program. The study of music at Lawrence is a challenge pursued in the context of the vibrant intellectual life of a highly regarded liberal arts college. Lawrence is exclusively an undergraduate college. Unlike many other music schools, Lawrence Conservatory students do not compete with graduate students for roles in the opera, chairs in the orchestra, or faculty attention. The Conservatory faculty is an active group of performers, educators, scholars and composers, engaged 24 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
in their art but committed to teaching undergraduates. While maintaining active performance careers, the faculty also serve as advisors and mentors to their students. The long-lasting friendships forged from these close relationships between students and teachers are a hallmark of a Lawrence education.
Conservatory Auditions
Applying to the Conservatory Applicants must submit the following to apply to Lawrence: 1. The Common Application • Lawrence supplement to the Common Application • School report • Teacher evaluation • $40 application fee 2. Official secondary school transcript 3. Standardized tests (optional) 4. Midyear report (when midyear grades become available) If you are planning to pursue any of our degree options with a major in music you must also: • Complete the “for conservatory applicants only” section of the Lawrence supplement, including submission of a music resume • Submit a music teacher evaluation • Register online for an audition
2012 Regional Auditions • Atlanta, Ga. February 1 • Boston, Mass. January 12 • Denver, Colo. January 6 • Houston, Texas February 2 • Interlochen, Mich. February 4 • Los Angeles, Calif. February 7 • New York, N.Y. January 10 • Phoenix, Ariz. February 9 • Portland, Ore. January 4 • San Francisco, Calif. February 10 • Seattle, Wash. January 3 • Washington, D.C. January 9
2012 On-campus Auditions • Saturday, January 21* • Saturday, January 28 • Saturday, February 18* • Saturday, February 25 * Music education workshops are offered on these dates.
More Information Office of Admissions • Lawrence University 711 E Boldt Way SPC 29 Appleton WI 54911-5699 800-227-0982 or 920-832-6500 www.lawrence.edu/admissions
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Lawrence University Lawrence University APPLETON, WISCONSIN
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Grove City College A Distinctive Department The Department of Music and Fine Arts at Grove City College prides itself on excellence. We combine state-of-the-art facilities and technology with faculty dedicated to their students, while our faculty are dedicated to working in a department that provides personal attention and mentoring –and all our faculty are involved in the greater music community in Pennsylvania and across the country. Every music major must audition and once admitted, select a specific applied concentration within the Bachelor of Music degree: Music, Music/Business, Music/Education, Music and Performing Arts or Music/Religion.
World-Class Performance and Learning Spaces In addition to music classroom space and faculty offices, you will find resources and technology to develop your skills: Ketler Auditorium, a large, approximately 700-seat performance auditorium The Miriam Shellito Parker ’52 organ is a two-manual, 14-stop instrument is in the North German style, and incorporates flexible winding, a flat pedal board, and unequal temperament. The studio space was created especially for the organ. The Frances St. Leger Babcock Memorial Organ in Harbison Chapel is designated a historical organ worthy of preservation by the Organ Historical Society in 2010. A black-box theater for small performances A large ensemble rehearsal hall and a 170-seat recital hall 22 Boston Steinway practice pianos, 28 soundproof practice rooms and a music technology lab Complete theater facilities, including a set construction shop, costume shop and dressing rooms
A Variety of Opportunities Whether singing is your strength or piano your forte, every Grove City College student is encouraged to participate, so you’ll have the opportunity to meet students from every other major on campus. • • • • • •
Chapel Choir and Touring Choir Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra Wolverine Marching Band and Symphonic Concert Band GCC Singers Wind Ensemble Jazz Ensemble and Stage Band
Grove City College Department of Music 100 Campus Drive Grove City, PA 16127 www.gcc.edu/music
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Free to inspire. Without speaking a word, music can fill us with joy or express the deepest longings of our soul. It can make us shout, and in the next instance silence us completely. We’re Grove City College. Our music programs are among the very best in the country. So here you can be your best, while doing what you love best. And when you graduate, you’ll be ready to play your part in changing the world ahead. Perhaps without speaking a word.
AN AUDITION IS REQUIRED FOR ACCEPTANCE INTO THE MUSIC DEPARTMENT. CALL 724-458-2084 TODAY TO RESERVE AN AUDITION TIME ON YOUR DAY OF CHOICE.
Scheduled audition dates for 2011-2012: November 5, 2011 January 28, 2012 February 20, 2012 Music Majors: Music – Education Music – Performing Arts Music and Religion Music and Business Ensembles: Chapel Choir College Orchestra Wolverine Marching Band Symphonic Concert Band GCC Singers Wind Ensemble Touring Choir Jazz Ensemble and Stage Band Chamber Orchestra
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1000 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083 • (908) 737-4330 • FAX: (908) 737-4333 E-mail: music@kean.edu • Web Site: www.kean.edu
ean University is located less then 10 miles from New York City in the suburban community of Union, New Jersey. The
beautiful campus of more then 70 acres includes a train station, making it an ideal location for the budding music student.
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Degree Offerings • Bachelor of Arts in Music • Bachelor of Arts in Music Education
Audition Dates • November 30 • January 25 • February 29 • March 28 • April 25
Candidates seeking scholarship consideration are strongly encouraged to audition early.
For more information: 908-737-4330 | 1000 Morris Ave. Union, N.J. 07083
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With just over 100 undergraduate students enrolled in the Conservatory, each student is provided an excellent opportunity to work closely with all seven full-time faculty members as well as many outstanding adjunct and visiting professors. The relatively small student body provides an ideal supportive environment for each student. Students are encouraged to participate in any of the many excellent music ensembles including: Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Chamber Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Choir, Chorale, Percussion Ensemble, and a variety of specialty and mixed chamber ensembles. Orchestral string students perform with an excellent orchestra located in the neighboring town of Summit. In addition to music majors, students from many of the 70 other different degree programs across the campus frequently participate in various Conservatory music ensembles, further enriching the diverse population that is one of the University’s great strengths. The tuition of $9,674 for in-state students and $14, 212 for non-residents includes private studies with a worldclass studio faculty, many of whom perform frequently in New York City and around the world. The Conservatory at Kean is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). A small number of scholarships are earmarked each year for incoming freshman and transfer students. Students interested in scholarships and other financial awards are strongly encouraged to apply to the University and to contact the Conservatory of Music to schedule an audition as early as possible. The deadline for admission is May 15.
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ndiana Wesleyan University has been one of America’s fastest-growing Christian universities over the past decade, and the Division of Music has mirrored that record growth. The number of music majors at Indiana Wesleyan has nearly doubled since the Music division moved in September 1996 from a century-old building to the Phillippe Performing Arts Center. Music majors are drawn to IWU by state-of-the-art facilities, outstanding teachers and a spiritual atmosphere. When it was built, the 72,000 square-foot Phillippe won a gold medal for architectural excellence. A focal point of the building is the 1,200-seat auditorium, which was acoustically designed by Harold Geerdes, one of the nation’s most eminent acousticians. The Center also includes a 175-seat hall; 18 practice suites, which students have access to 15 hours a day, six days a week; a music computer lab equipped with 10 MIDI keyboards; an electronic piano lab with the latest equipment; and faculty offices and classrooms. The members of the music faculty at IWU have attended many top graduate institutions, such as Northwestern, Indiana University and the University of Kansas. Faculty members possess a wide base of musical expertise, including music performance and pedagogy, theory, history, education, conducting and technology. The faculty remain current in their various fields through attending conferences and seminars, perform-
ing in various regional and national arenas, and devoting time to personal and professional enrichment. There are five primary areas of study within the Division of Music at Indiana Wesleyan University: Music Education, Church Music, Applied Music, Music Composition, and Music Performance. The Music Education major is designed for students who want to teach music in public or private schools. Students can concentrate in vocal, instrumental or keyboard music and qualify for a K–12 teacher’s license in choral or instrumental music, or a combination of the two. The Church Music major equips students to serve as a director of music in a local church. Most students who choose this major concentrate in voice or a combination or vocal and instrumental music. Many students combine the Church Music major with a Worship major. If your goal is performance, private music teaching or preparation for graduate studies in music, the Applied Music major is designed for you. Many students combine this major with a major in Christian Education or Christian Ministries. The Music Composition major equips students to be composers of music. Composition lessons, advanced theory courses and ensemble courses are key elements to the emphasis. The Music Performance major hones students’ skills for excellence in the world of classical music
performance. Graduates are prepared to compete at the highest level, to pursue advanced studies in music at the graduate level, and to share the love of Christ among classical musicians. The Division of Music also offers a Music minor, which can be taken in combination with a major in another department. It is a good choice for students who do not intend to make music a career but who want to do some serious musical study. IWU believes that music is for everyone, not just for music majors. To that end, all students may participate in various vocal and instrumental ensembles that perform on campus and tour regularly throughout the United States. The 80-member University Chorale has performed at the Crystal Cathedral in California and has toured internationally. Indiana Wesleyan University is an evangelical Christian university that was founded in 1920. About 3,200 students attend classes on the residential campus in Marion. The university’s enrollment has more than doubled in the past 10 years, which has led to the completion of approximately 20 major building projects. For more information: Admission Office Indiana Wesleyan University 4201 S. Washington St. Marion, IN 46953-4974 866-468-6498 admissions@indwes.edu
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A Gifted and Giving Faculty. Fifteen full-time faculty and 15 adjuncts whose expertise ranges from music performance to theory to history to conducting to technology...
A Sound Facility. Our Phillippe Performing Arts Center, which won a gold citation for its design, is one of the most unique facilities in the country–and worth a real-time visit!
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Wheaton College Conservatory of Music
here you choose to study music is one of the most important decisions of your life. So, how do you decide? If exceptional music training, academic excellence, a national reputation, and Christian community are important to you, begin your music career at Wheaton. To address the goals you have for your musical career, the Wheaton College Conservatory offers musically diverse programs grounded in the strength of classical tradition. Wheaton will prepare you in your major area and help you gain the skills of a truly well-rounded musician, so you can take advantage of opportunities in whatever career you choose to pursue. Professional music degrees are offered in performance, education, composition, history/literature, or innovative music with elective studies in an outside field like media, psychology or theater. Or, you may choose to pursue the bachelor of arts in music degree.
The Conservatory’s gifted faculty are highly respected professionals who approach their careers with the highest standards of musical excellence. Our faculty teach and perform with acclaim in regional, national and international arenas. In private lessons and in small classroom settings, they devote time and attention to teaching you, encouraging you, knowing you and stretching you to be the best you can be – as a student and as a musician. Opportunities for solo and group performance – locally, nationally and internationally – abound. The Conservatory offers a wide variety of ensemble and chamber music opportunities, with off-campus study and touring programs, providing invaluable training while expanding your vision for service to God’s kingdom. That’s not all. While preparing for a career in a highly competitive field, you’ll enjoy an active campus life, a supportive student body, and involvement
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GREAT MUSIC is more than the sum of its parts—it’s soulful and true, bearing witness of our Creator. At Wheaton, you’ll learn from respected faculty; you’ll perform here and abroad; you’ll participate in the music scene in nearby Chicago while living in a grace-filled community. LEARN MORE AT whEATon.EdU/ConSERvAToRy
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in sports, theater, student groups and Christian service. Alumni say more about the strength of the Wheaton College Conservatory than these few words ever could. You’ll find them conducting and playing in major orchestras, teaching, composing, singing opera, serving the church, and on the cutting edge of Christian music. They can tell you first-hand of the importance of their Conservatory education. They’ll talk about exceptional music training, committed and gifted faculty, high academic standards, a community that pursues biblical truth and personal faith, and the vast cultural offerings of nearby Chicago. They’ll talk about the outstanding preparation they received to help them grow musically and spiritually and achieve their career goals. So don’t just take the next step toward your professional music career. Take the right step. Choose the Wheaton College Conservatory of Music.
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he study of music at Texas Lutheran University strives to help students express the otherwise inexpressible. A vital part of human experience, music provides the opportunity to create, define, communicate and add deep meaning to our lives. The School of Music offers programs leading to a Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Music in All-Level Music Education with either Instrumental or Vocal emphasis, Bachelor of Music in Instrumental or Vocal Performance and a Minor in Music. Specializations are available in band, choir, keyboard (piano and organ), strings, music education, and vocal or instrumental performance. Anything is possible when our passion meets your purpose. And that’s what we do at TLU: help you find your passion and live your purpose. Every day, the people of our university strive to fulfill our purpose: to open your mind, to deepen your spirit, and to broaden your perspective. We are who we are because of our people and our purpose. At TLU, you will grow by leaps and bounds. We will provoke you, push you, help you discover your talents, hone your skills, and find your place in this great, big world. We promise you’ll have the freedom you need… to think across disciplines, beyond borders, and into new realms. There are no questions off limits. No conversations too great. No concepts too deep.
That’s the kind of intellectual freedom that takes you from being a student and transforms you into an explorer. No matter what you dream of becoming, we can help you get there. Our more than 1400 students come from all over the world – from far-off places such as Kosovo and Zimbabwe – and from just down the road in San Antonio. No matter where they come from, they find a family here on our 184-acre campus in Seguin, Texas - a community of just under 25,000 people, with a lot of small town charm. We’re just 35 miles east of San Antonio and 50 miles southeast of Austin – “Live Music Capital of the World.” You’ll be near the beautiful Texas Hill Country, with year-round opportunities for camping and hiking. You can also spend the afternoon tubing down the Guadalupe River. Why TLU School of Music? • The School of Music faculty is comprised of dynamic, qualified instructors for all music areas and instruments • Scholarships and Performance Awards available for majors and non-majors • Unlimited opportunities for vocal and instrumental performance, for music majors or non-majors • Opportunities for real-world teaching experiences for all music education majors • Individualized attention from faculty ded-
icated to your success Clinics and Master Classes with faculty and renowned artists Performance Opportunities include: • Concert Band, Jazz Band, Pep Band • Drumline • Music Theatre & Opera Workshops • Symphonic Winds • String Ensemble • Wind & Percussion Ensembles • Mid-Texas Symphony • TLU Choir, Women’s Choir, Chamber Choir • Annual Christmas Vespers • Student Recitals Most students live on campus in one of our seven residence halls or nine university-owned apartments. With dozens of student clubs and eight fraternities and sororities on campus, we’ve got all the big university perks… just on a smaller campus. Try a TLU intramural sport, drop in for a dip at the Mabee Aquatic Center, or work out in our state-ofthe-art campus fitness center. TLU is a private, four-year, liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies undergraduate residential university. Founded back in 1891, we have a history of educating the bright, the bold, and the Bulldog (our mascot). For more information about the Texas Lutheran University School of Music, visit www.tlu.edu/music. •
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Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Performance Bachelor of Arts in Music
SCH OL A R S HI P S For specific qualifications for each award, visit www.tlu.edu/music.
Da capo Award in Music Up to full tuition per year
Audition and interview will take place on campus during the Pacesetter event on Feb. 27, 2012.
Jones Fine Arts Award Performance Awards for Music Majors for Non-Majors Up to $4,000 per year
Up to $2,000 per year
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Adelphi University
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ith stunning new facilities and equipment, a first-rate faculty of world-renowned composers, conductors, and performers, in addition to rising University enrollment, Adelphi is the ideal place for serious musicians and future music educators. At Adelphi, you can pursue your craft in a dynamic setting, surrounded by talented students
and faculty who will encourage and inspire you. Be part of this vibrant musical community and the magnificent Performing Arts Center (AU PAC)—the latest demonstration that music is thriving at Adelphi University. You’ll enjoy performances made more memorable by the superb acoustics of the center’s 500-seat Concert Hall.
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B.S. in Music Education B.S. in Music Adelphi offers its students: • Commitment to excellence in teaching and musicianship • Integrated learning through common music literacy skills • Interactions with expert public school music teachers • Concentrations in performance, composition, and jazz • Distinguished faculty artists • Competitive talent scholarships
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As a major in the B.S. in Music at Adelphi, you will undertake a comprehensive education that prepares you for a range of postgraduate endeavors, including scholarship, graduate study, and professional careers in performance, composition, or the music business. As a major in the B.S. in Music Education program, you will prepare for a teaching career at the elementary and secondary levels in general, vocal, and instrumental music. All majors gain invaluable performance experience through instrumental and vocal lessons; and participation in orchestra, concert band, choral groups, and specialized ensembles for flute, classical guitar, percussion and world music. Vocalists have the opportunity to perform in opera workshops and musical theatre revues. At Adelphi, you’ll also learn more about music and its origins through the study of music theory and history, as well as through development of fluency in your professional music skills. In addition, you’ll explore current trends in music through on-campus visits by musicologists, performers, critics, composers, administrators, and educators. Since AU PAC opened in 2008, students have enjoyed performances by such world-class artists as the Jupiter String Quartet, pianists Simon Mulligan and Ian Parker, soprano Heidi Grant Murphy, Trio Solisti, Fred Hersch, and Arturo O’Farrill and the Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra. Master classes, lecture-demonstrations, and composition workshops are offered regularly by visiting guest artists and ensembles. Besides its performance capabilities, the 53,000-square-foot structure houses a new music library and recording facilities, as well as spacious practice rooms and instrument storage space. Moreover, for the first time, Adelphi’s Departments of Music, Dance, and Performing Arts are housed under one roof. AU PAC also contains rehearsal and classroom space for all three areas. Adelphi’s picturesque, safe campus in Garden City, New York, will provide you with ample opportunities for instruction, practice, and inspiration. Moreover, just a short 45-minute train ride will take you to Manhattan, the culture capital of the world and home to Carnegie Hall, the Metropolitan Opera House, and other legendary music venues. Founded in 1896 as the first private, coeducational college on Long Island, Adelphi University today has nearly 5,000 undergraduate students. With its low student-to-faculty ratio of 10:1, you’ll learn in small classes averaging 21 students. Adelphi’s student body comes from 41 states and 48 countries, ensuring different perspectives and talents in the classroom and performance halls. With more than 80 student clubs and organizations, the Adelphi campus pulses with student-run events, theatrical and musical performances, sporting events, and lectures. For more information, or to schedule a campus tour and audition, call 516.877.4290 or email clemen@adelphi.edu.
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Blair School of Music Curriculum Students may major in any orchestral instrument, piano, organ, guitar, saxophone, voice, or multiple woodwinds. Considerable emphasis, particularly for performance majors, is placed on individual instruction and chamber music. Study of the liberal arts creates the balance deemed appropriate for the world of the musician in the twenty-first century. Students seeking a minor or second major are encouraged to pursue such interests. Ensembles Performance opportunities for instrumentalists include the Vander-
ensemble, woodwind choir, brass choir, and percussion ensemble. A large number of chamber music ensembles for strings, winds and piano are also formed each year. All groups are open by audition to the entire university community.
bilt University Orchestra, Vanderbilt Symphonic Wind Ensemble, and the New Music Ensemble. Students also participate in flute choir, Blair Bonz (trombone ensemble), saxophone ensemble, tub a ensemble, guitar
Scholarships and Financial Aid Blair School maintains a strong financial aid program. If a student is qualified, finances should not be a deterrent. Honor scholarships are offered to exceptional applicants, and need-based grants are also available.
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• Degree programs offered in instrumental and vocal performance, composition/theory, and musical arts–and a five-year Bachelor of Music/Master of Education program
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The University of the Arts Philadelphia
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he University of the Arts School of Music prepares undergraduate and graduate students as innovators and leaders for 21st century careers, especially those in the creative arts as performers, composers and educators. Developing talented young artists since 1873, the School’s curriculum centers around Jazz and contemporary American music as a platform for nurturing creativity in whatever career fields they choose. Faculty reaffirm traditional foundations and techniques in the instruction of music theory, performance and history, while experimentation, improvisation and originality inspired by the contemporary jazz curriculum drives the School’s overarching educational goals, pedagogy, methodology and philosophy. Leaders and innovators The UArts music degree programs provide direct, pragmatic educational experiences that prepare students for a lifetime in music, or in any field they choose to enter. They develop the necessary mu-
sicianship, critical perspectives and entrepreneurial know-how to be successful in the music profession and in hundreds of other fields. The UArts School of Music offers BM degrees in Composition, Instrumental Performance, and Vocal Performance; MM degrees in Jazz Studies and Music Education, and an MAT in Music Education; Diplomas in Composition, Instrumental Performance, and Vocal Performance; and Certificates in Instrumental Performance, and Vocal Performance. Minors include a new offering in Music Business, Entrepreneurship, and Technology. More than 50 traditional and one-ofa-kind ensembles provide opportunities for School of Music students to perform throughout Philadelphia, preparing for careers as professional musicians. They include: three big bands; a chorus; Jazz singers; chamber singer; 20 small jazz groups; a handbell choir; and drumset, brass, bucket drum, laptop computer, musical theater, salsa, and rock ensembles.
In the heart of downtown Philadelphia The University of the Arts is located in the center of Philadelphia’s vibrant Avenue of the Arts – the heart of the performing arts district in Philadelphia. There are 19 professional concert halls, jazz clubs, music clubs and theaters within four blocks of the School of Music. “The UArts School of Music offers an incomparable mix of jazz and contemporary American music, dozens of ensembles, countless educational and professional performance opportunities, world-renowned artist/teachers, and a creative and collaborative environment, all in an exciting urban setting in the heart of the arts district of downtown Philadelphia,” says Marc Dicciani, the school’s director. To learn more about the University of the Arts program and its faculty, students and alumni (and what they’re doing professionally), and to hear recorded performances of UArts students, visit the University of the Arts’ website at www.uarts.edu.
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n the Jordan College of Fine Arts at Butler University, you will join a community of artists offering exciting possibilities for collaborations among dance, art, theatre and music. Conservatory quality training within a liberal arts University educates students for a lifetime commitment to creativity and communication, nurturing the view of the arts as interrelated and responsible to society. New, flexible curricula allow you to shape your course of study to meet your own strengths and desires. Areas of study include: Music Performance, Music History, Piano Pedagogy, Music Composition, Music Education, Arts Administration, Music Theory and Jazz Studies. Study with world-class faculty on a beautiful urban campus in the arts rich city of Indianapolis. Opportunities for community engagement among students, artists and professional arts organizations abound. The School of Music at Butler University enjoys strong partnerships with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and Indianapolis Opera. Spectacular oncampus performance venues include Eidson-Duckwall Recital Hall and Clowes Memorial Hall.
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the Arthur Jordan Music Scholars awards. These awards include up to full-tuition scholarships for students with outstanding academic and musical talent.* Additional music and academic scholarship opportunities awarded on a competitive basis. *Must have academic and music applications complete by Nov. 1.
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Chapman University Conservatory of Music
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ocated in the heart of Southern California, Chapman University has a rich tradition in the arts and is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in California. The Conservatory of Music is part of the College of Performing Arts at Chapman University and is one of the nation’s premier undergraduate music programs. The Conservatory of Music is internationally recognized and offers students a conservatory experience within the environment of a liberal arts university. Many of our graduates perform with major orchestras and opera houses throughout the United States and abroad. Faculty members are nationally and internationally recognized performers, composers, and educators. The Conservatory of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. We offer talent award scholarships for all music majors. Learn more about Chapman University by visiting our website or by making an appointment to visit our campus.
offers degrees in: B.A. in Music
performance opportunities:
Symphony Orchestra Chamber Orchestra B.M. in Music Education Wind Symphony B.M. in Performance Chamber Music • Conducting New Music Ensemble • Instrumental Big Band • Guitar Jazz Ensemble • Keyboard Collaborative Arts Percussion Ensemble • Piano Masterclasses with Guest Artists • Voice Solo & Collaborative Recitals
B.M. in Composition
For more information about scholarships and audition dates, contact the Conservatory of Music at 714-997-6871 or visit our website: www.chapman.edu/music
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December 3, 2011 • February 4 & 18, 2012 • March 3, 2012 • April 14, 2012 (transfer applicants) Classical Strings only: November 29, 2011 • February 15, 2012 • March 3, 2012 • April 9, 2012 For More Information: cthornley@music.umass.edu • 413-545-6048
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he Department of Music at Northern State University, Aberdeen, SD has established itself as a premiere program in the upper mid-west as a fully accredited institutional member of NASM since 1965. Our highly trained faculty members are dedicated to the development and success of each student. With over 100 music majors, program offerings include the B.M.E. with available emphasis in instrumental, vocal, or double, and the B.A. with an emphasis in music (non-teaching).
Outstanding performance opportunities are numerous in instrumental, vocal, and orchestral ensembles with an attractive scholarship program and affordable tuition. For more information, please contact: Dr. Alan LaFave, Dean, School of Fine Arts, Northern State University, 605-626-2497, Aberdeen, SD 57401
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Messiah College Master of Music in Conducting
hether you are a public or private school educator, a community or church ensemble director, or a recent music major graduate — Messiah College’s program can help you advance your career and deepen your expertise in the specialized field of conducting.
Messiah’s program offers three specialized tracks: • Wind conducting • Orchestral conducting • Choral conducting Our flexible program not only is affordable, but is also designed for your convenience, offering a majority of the courses online with the right balance of classroom and practical experience for your busy life and active schedule. The program emphasizes a one-week on-campus summer session, which means a large portion of coursework fits the schedules of teachers and many other working professionals. Messiah’s graduate program meets the criteria for fulfillment of Act 48 credits in Pennsylvania. A deferred payment option is available if your employer reimburses for Act 48 or other graduate course completions. All courses are taught by Messiah’s own faculty — experienced, trained music educators and conductors with extensive college and public school teaching experience. And small class sizes ensure personalized, one-on-one attention and meaningful interaction. Most importantly, you can apply the coursework instantly into to your own everyday work setting. To learn more, email gradprograms@messiah.edu, or call (717) 796-5061
Pursue your goals. Live your life. Messiah College graduate programs make it possible.
Master of Music in Conducting With a program and faculty reflecting Messiah College’s reputation for academic excellence, Messiah’s M.M. in conducting enhances your abilities as an effective music educator and conductor. • Three specialized conducting tracks to advance your education and career: wind, orchestral, choral
New class sessions begin every July and January. messiah.edu/conducting 717.796.5061
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McNally Smith College of Music
Wayne State University
cNally Smith College of Music was founded in 1985 with a focus on contemporary music – a focus that was missing from many “traditional” music schools. Contemporary music continues to be a hallmark of the school’s mission as it has grown into a four-year college, accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. McNally Smith presents a comprehensive curriculum that bridges the liberal and musical arts. The faculty, whose members have been awarded some of music’s most prestigious honors, brings a wealth of industry experience to the table for a classroom experience that draws from the real world. Bachelor Degrees, Associate Degrees and Diploma Courses are all offered at McNally Smith. The school’s four primary areas of study are Music Performance, Recording Technology, Music Business and Composition. The school also has many scholarship opportunities, which include the full-tuition “All-Star Scholarships,” and “Presidential Scholarships.” Career Services helps place students in internships locally and in hotspots like Los Angeles and gives students a leg up on permanent positions after graduation. Students of McNally Smith, who now number close to 700, enjoy a campus life centered on the school’s state-of-the-art facilities in the heart of the Twin Cities, St. Paul, Minnesota. In the fall of 2010, dormitories were opened just blocks from campus. With multiple recording studios featuring the latest gear, high-tech performance spaces, and much more, a McNally Smith education emphasizes the leading-edge technology that is crucial to today’s world of music. The Twin Cities’ vibrant music scene also provides fantastic performance opportunities for McNally Smith students. To learn more about McNally Smith College of Music, call (800) 594-9500 or visit www.mcnallysmith.edu.
Department of Music 1321 Old Main • Detroit, MI 48202 (313) 577-1795 • E-mail: music@wayne.edu
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he Wayne State University Department of Music, located in the heart of Detroit’s cultural center, offers seven undergraduate degree programs and six graduate degree programs. The Department of Music cultivates music as a contemporary and global art, grounded in a long historical tradition, by combining higher education with professional training and experience for its undergraduate and graduate/professional students. The Department offers serious students of music opportunities to learn, grow, and develop their skills and disciplines in an urban cultural setting. With close proximity to Detroit’s cultural center, students have access to the resources of such premiere institutions as the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Public Library, the Detroit Opera House, and Orchestra Hall. The long historical relationship between the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and the Department allows students to study and coach with exceptional guest artists and resident artist-faculty who are specialists in all musical styles and media. Building on the strengths of its geographic and cultural setting, the Department maintains public access to its performances and degree programs, offers high-level professional and academic standards and unique creative and scholarly opportunities appropriate to a large research university, and cultivates a deep aesthetic understanding of music in our students and the larger urban arts community. Visit music.wayne.edu for more information and audition dates. Wayne State University is a premier institution of higher education offering more than 350 academic programs through 11 schools and colleges to more than 32,000 students in metropolitan Detroit.
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any students are drawn to Five Towns College because of its strong reputation in music, media and the performing arts. The most popular programs are audio recording technology, mass communication, music performance, music business, childhood and music teacher education, theatre and film making. Off-campus internship opportunities are available to students. In recent semesters, students have interned for major corporations such as MTV, Atlantic, JIVE and SONY Records, KORG, Live Nation and Island Def Jam and hundreds of others. Five Towns College is located on a beautiful suburban campus just a train ride from New York City. The campus includes a 500 seat auditorium, audio and film production studios, smart-board classrooms, computer labs, a student center, four dormitories and a campus radio station. The college’s completely fiber-optic computer network to the Internet is apparent. The annual tuition at Five Towns College is affordable as compared to other private colleges in the region. The college’s growing faculty consists of 90 full and part-time members. The student faculty ratio is 14:1. While the faculty is more strongly committed to teaching than to research, many members continue to be active in their respective areas of expertise. For more information call (631) 656-2110 or e-mail us at admissions@ftc.edu for more information. Monthly Open Houses as well as private tours are available. Log on to www.ftc.edu for a detailed description of our programs and special events. Remember, “Make Music Your Life”!
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ince its founding in 1892 as a Conservatory of Music, Ithaca College has remained dedicated to attracting the most talented young musicians and then immersing these students in an advanced culture of musical learning that positions them to become leading professionals in music. As the conservatory evolved into a comprehensive college with expanded academic offerings, the School of Music has continued to earn its reputation as one of the best in the nation. Offering a blend of world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, professional performance opportunities, access to liberal arts classes, and a beautiful campus setting, students grow in a challenging yet supportive environment. Not only do students have access to our broad music curriculum, but they can also take classes in any of the College’s other schools and divisions. As a result, graduates are well prepared for a host of careers and work in almost every field imaginable – from professional performance, teaching, and arts administration to instrument manufacturing, sound recording, and music publishing. Now in its second century, the School of Music affirms its fundamental belief that music and the arts are essential components of the human experience. We prepare our students to be world-class professionals and the music leaders of tomorrow - ready to transform individuals and communities by advancing the art of music.
Undergraduate Programs Jazz/Commercial Music (Mus.B.)
Graduate Programs Master of Music (M.M.) Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.)
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A chance encounter in women’s chorale changed my major and my life. Performing and touring with Ithaca College ensembles solidified my desire to conduct. Once a student, now the teacher, I strive to inspire young artists daily.
-Sophia Miller ’06, Music Education Assistant Conductor, Young People’s Chorus NYC
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Western Michigan University
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he Hope College Music Department provides intensive training for students who have chosen music as their vocation. Because music enriches all of life, the department also seeks to provide for the student whose major field of study is one other than music an elective musical background, which will enhance the student’s knowledge and understanding of music. Programs of Study Bachelor of Music in Performance Bachelor of Music in Performance Jazz Bachelor of Music in Vocal Music Education Bachelor of Music in Instrumental Music Education Bachelor of Arts in Music The department has a full-time faculty of 14, plus more than 30 part-time instructors. Performing groups for vocalists include the Chapel Choir, Collegium Musicum, Women’s Chamber Choir, College Chorus, and Opera Workshop. Instrumentalists participate in Orchestra, Symphonette, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Arts Collective, and various chamber ensembles. Scholarships are available for incoming students. Scholarship auditions are held in February. For more information on the Hope College Music Department, please contact: Dr. Robert Hodson, Department Chair (616) 395-7650 • hodson@hope.edu
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ocated in Kalamazoo, halfway between Chicago and Detroit, Western Michigan University is a dynamic, student-centered research university with an enrollment of 25,000. Music has been present on Western’s campus since the 1905 organization of the first orchestra. The School of Music has attracted international attention through extensive artistic activity around the world. This can be represented by a recent academic year when students and faculty were featured at some 840 events attended by almost 200,000 people in 29 states and in 14 countries. Music student enrollment in that same year came from 29 states and 15 countries. Music study at both the undergraduate and graduate levels features personalized instruction in a beautiful and stimulating environment. Undergraduate degree programs available include the bachelor of music in music education (vocal or instrumental emphasis), music therapy, performance (vocal or instrumental), jazz studies, and composition; and a bachelor of arts in music. Graduate degrees include the master of music in performance, music education, conducting, composition, and music therapy. The School of Music also offers an accelerated degree program that allows completion of a bachelor of music or bachelor of arts plus a master of arts in five years. School of Music faculty artist/scholars have an international reputation for excellence in teaching, performance, composition, and scholarship. They perform and compose music for concerts across this nation and in many foreign countries, and they are frequently published in books, articles, computer programs, and recordings. In 2013, the School of Music will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the music program since Harper C. Maybee was named the first chair of the music department in 1913. Come be a part of the next century of music at Western Michigan University!
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ne of TCU’s designated Centers of Focus, the TCU School of Music offers an exciting musical environment in which students grow as artists, educators, and individuals. Music at TCU is a multi-faceted experience that provides many opportunities at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, TCU’s program provides professional training for performers, teachers, scholars, and composers, while offering a broad array of undergraduate courses for non-music majors. In addition, recitals, masterclasses, and seminars by faculty and guest artists enrich the regular curricular offerings. Student ensembles in the choral, orchestral, opera, jazz, marching band, symphonic winds, and chamber music areas form the core of the hundreds of performances that annually enrich Fort Worth and the metroplex’s already strong cultural climate. TCU’s renowned faculty members are leaders in the fields of performance, music education, scholarly pursuit, and conducting. More than 70 faculty members are dedicated to providing the very best music education for TCU music students. Students come from all over the world to pursue their degrees at TCU, where they enjoy a special relationship with their faculty mentors. TCU music alums populate the globe in pursuit of their music careers, having distinguished themselves as performers, educators, scholars, and composers. Scholarship support is available for eligible undergraduate and graduate music majors as well as for non-majors interested in performing in university ensembles. We encourage you to find out more about the TCU School of Music by visiting our website or by making an appointment to visit our campus.
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apital University’s Conservatory of Music provides an intensely personal setting for getting the music education you want within a rich liberal arts environment. The result: a complete education for the 21st century musician. Distinguished nationally and internationally recognized faculty who are practitioners in their field of expertise abound, including James Swearingen, Barry Kopetz, Nicholas J. Perrini, and Lou Fischer. Whether you are interested in a career in performance, jazz studies, music education, composition, music business, music technology, or some combination of these, The Conservatory has a degree that will meet your musical aspirations and challenge your mind. Capital’s beautiful campus sits in the heart of Bexley, located just ten minutes from the center of Columbus, Ohio. One of the nation’s fastest growing cities, Columbus’ extremely active professional musical and visual arts communities are the natural extension of the 300 concerts and events presented on the Capital campus annually. Visit us online for more information, but if you really want to know what we’re about, visit us on campus!
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BM, BA, BME, MM, MME and DMA degrees offered Music and Academic Scholarships available Application Deadline: December 15, 2011 Audition Dates: January 21, 2012 - Nordan Young Artist Award* February 4, 2012 February 25, 2012 March 10, 2012
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n a little more than 50 years, Stony Brook University has established itself as one of America’s most dynamic public universities, an essential part of the region’s economy, and a center of cultural excellence. Located only 60 miles from the world’s greatest city, New York, Stony Brook University provides access and opportunity to top research facilities, including Brookhaven National Laboratories and the famed Cold Spring Harbor Labs, Staller Center for the Arts and a world class Music department, including our musician’s in residence, Grammy award-winning Emerson String Quartet, and jazz great, Ray Anderson. Stony Brook is an engine of invention, creativity, and opportunity that has become a national model and a resource for the world. Our rankings include • Top 100 Best National Universities by US News & World Reports • Top 50 Public National Universities by US News & World Report • Top 1% of the world’s best universities by the Times Higher Education • One of 100 Best Values in Public Colleges according to Kiplinger • Top 10 (#8) among Public Universities with students going on to elite Graduate Programs by the Wall Street Journal
The Spirit of Stony Brook In August of 2006, 17 intrepid students met and founded the Spirit of Stony Brook Marching Band. Now, just five years later, the band has exploded as the country’s fastest growing collegiate marching band with a current membership of 165 spirited students, drawing talented musicians from across the country and around the world. In this short time, the marching band has garnered and played to great acclaim, having performed on some of the world’s greatest stages including Rockefeller Center, The New York State Capitol Building, the Nassau Coliseum (home of the NHL’s New York Islanders) and on ESPN family of networks. Just recently, the Spirit of Stony Brook was featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover Home Edition and the New York City Columbus Day Parade.
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Colorado Christian University
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he purpose of Colorado Christian University’s School of Music is to equip students with the necessary skills to become expressive artists and effective communicators from a Christian perspective through the discipline of music. Music students at CCU are exposed to diverse styles of music including Classical, Jazz, Contemporary Christian, and World Music. Programs include the Bachelor of Arts in Music (with elective areas of study available in Sound Recording Technology or Performance) and the Bachelor of Music with in Music Education or Music Ministry. All music programs at CCU offer world-class preparation for life, the opportunity to tour nationally, on- and off-campus production studios, computer-assisted instruction, an emphasis on Christian ministry, and personal attention by an exceptionally creative and caring faculty.
Passionately Pursuing Excellence to the Glory of God The Colorado Christian University School of Music equips students with the necessary skills to become expressive artists and effective communicators from a Christian perspective through the discipline of music.
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hat matters most to us at Carnegie Mellon is an intense focus on the art of music, carried out in a school that places the one-to-one work of student and teacher at the heart of the musical experience. We believe that music is best served this way -- a tradition passed along hand to hand, mind to mind, heart to heart. Integral to this process is superb coaching in ensembles, both large and small. Every Carnegie Mellon music student is part of an orchestra, chorus, or wind ensemble and chamber group with the highest standards of discipline and musicianship. Along with studio and ensemble, the third essential element of our curriculum is the strongest possible basis in musical skills and knowledge. We have an internationally known program in eurhythmics and solfège, complemented by outstanding offerings in history and theory. One of the best ways to learn is to teach, and we support a significant program of pedagogy and music education as a co-requisite to performance, an invaluable training component for a life in music. Since its founding, part of Carnegie Mellon University’s core mission has been the creation of new knowledge and innovative means for making it useful in practice. The School of Music proudly advances this mission with a commitment that every student should practice the art of improvisation, and every member of the community should be involved in the creation and performance of significant new music. Our approach to the great musical monuments of the past is not to enshrine them in a museum, but to make them new with the freshness and vitality of the best music-making of our own time. For more information, visit us on the Web at music.cmu.edu.
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MOVE BEYOND YOUR MEASURE Here you will cultivate your talent to become a life-long artist with one-on-one training with master teachers, touring ensembles, chamber music, and performance opportunities, all within an internationally acclaimed research institution. Your Carnegie Mellon education will prepare you to be a complete musician.
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The University of the Arts Philadelphia
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he University of the Arts School of Music prepares undergraduate and graduate students as innovators and leaders for 21st century careers, especially those in the creative arts as performers, composers and educators. Developing talented young artists since 1873, the School’s curriculum centers around Jazz and contemporary American music as a platform for nurturing creativity in whatever career fields they choose. Faculty reaffirm traditional foundations and techniques in the instruction of music theory, performance and history, while experimentation, improvisation and originality inspired by the contemporary jazz curriculum drives the School’s overarching educational goals, pedagogy, methodology and philosophy. Leaders and innovators The UArts music degree programs provide direct, pragmatic educational experiences that prepare students for a lifetime in music, or in any field they choose to enter. They develop the necessary mu-
sicianship, critical perspectives and entrepreneurial know-how to be successful in the music profession and in hundreds of other fields. The UArts School of Music offers BM degrees in Composition, Instrumental Performance, and Vocal Performance; MM degrees in Jazz Studies and Music Education, and an MAT in Music Education; Diplomas in Composition, Instrumental Performance, and Vocal Performance; and Certificates in Instrumental Performance, and Vocal Performance. Minors include a new offering in Music Business, Entrepreneurship, and Technology. More than 50 traditional and one-ofa-kind ensembles provide opportunities for School of Music students to perform throughout Philadelphia, preparing for careers as professional musicians. They include: three big bands; a chorus; Jazz singers; chamber singer; 20 small jazz groups; a handbell choir; and drumset, brass, bucket drum, laptop computer, musical theater, salsa, and rock ensembles.
In the heart of downtown Philadelphia The University of the Arts is located in the center of Philadelphia’s vibrant Avenue of the Arts – the heart of the performing arts district in Philadelphia. There are 19 professional concert halls, jazz clubs, music clubs and theaters within four blocks of the School of Music. “The UArts School of Music offers an incomparable mix of jazz and contemporary American music, dozens of ensembles, countless educational and professional performance opportunities, world-renowned artist/teachers, and a creative and collaborative environment, all in an exciting urban setting in the heart of the arts district of downtown Philadelphia,” says Marc Dicciani, the school’s director. To learn more about the University of the Arts program and its faculty, students and alumni (and what they’re doing professionally), and to hear recorded performances of UArts students, visit the University of the Arts’ website at www.uarts.edu.
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ocated in the heart of the beautiful Susquehanna Valley, Susquehanna University offers music students an exceptional music program within the framework of a liberal arts education. The goal of the faculty is to promote quality teaching and learning in a highly professional
but nurturing environment. Susquehanna University offers a Bachelor of Music n Performance, a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Bachelor of Arts Degree in Music. Music minors include Music Performance, Music Technology and Music Theory & Literature. Performance
areas include all woodwinds, brass, strings, percussion, and voice. Auditions are required and scholarships are available to major and non-majors alike. Please visit our Web site at www. susqu.edu/music or call (570) 3724309 for more information.
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Eastman School of Music
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he Eastman School of Music was founded in 1921 as the first professional school of the University of Rochester. Today, more than 900 students are enrolled at Eastman: about 500 undergraduates and 400 graduate students from almost every state, with approximately 25% from other countries. More than 130 highly regarded performers, composers, conductors, scholars, and educators make up the Eastman faculty: Pulitzer Prize-winners, Grammy winners, Guggenheim Fellows, ASCAP Award recipients, published authors, recording artists, and acclaimed musicians who have performed in the world’s greatest concert halls. Eastman graduates make important contributions to every aspect of the musical community throughout the world. The School’s tradition of excellence in performance is reflected in its renowned ensembles, from orchestras to wind and jazz ensembles, to individual studio ensembles. Eastman students can hear and perform the full spectrum of music: from opera to jazz, from medieval music to world music to brand-new pieces composed by their fellow students. 11-12ESM_SBO.indd
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Mercer College
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mall enough to relate to students on an individual basis, yet large enough to offer a wide range of opportunities, the Townsend School of Music at Mercer University offers undergraduate degrees in performance or music education, master’s degrees in performance or church music, and an Artist’s Diploma program. The School of Music is home to the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings and the Townsend-McAfee Institute for Graduate Studies. Contact: Douglas Hill, 1400 Coleman Ave., Macon, GA 31207. 478-301-5751, fax: 478-301-5633, hill_ dm@mercer.edu. For more information, visit http://music.mercer.edu.
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iscover the University of Tennessee School of Music and join our tradition of excellence. Develop your talent under the direction of a world-class faculty. Learn in the new stateof-the-art Natalie L. Haslam Music Center, currently being constructed, featuring allSteinway piano practice rooms. Perform with exciting band, jazz, choral, orchestra or opera ensembles. Undergraduate and graduate degrees are available in performance, music education, theory/composition, jazz, musicology and more. For information about admissions, scholarships, auditions, assistantships and financial aid, visit our website at www.music.utk.edu or call 865-974-3241. Whether your passion is to perform, teach, or compose, the University of Tennessee School of Music will help you realize your dreams!
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ummer studying music at Chautauqua is like no other educational experience. Going far beyond excellent instruction, Chautauqua students of the arts may also attend concerts, plays, films, operas, art exhibits and relax in the beauty of Chautauqua’s famous lakeside grounds. At Chautauqua, students of orchestral instruments participate in all three components of the instrumental program: a student orchestra, chamber music, and private instruction. The program is designed for students ages 17 to 25. The piano program offers a unique and exciting mixture of traditional and innovative classes and concerts for pianists age 16 and older. Chautauqua uses Steinway pianos exclusively for its festival. A resident artist and internationally renowned guests balance a seven-week program of individual practice time, abundant solo and chamber music performance, and an annual piano competition. The voice program seeks to offer the highest caliber of training for the young singer, 18 and older. Voice lessons, two staged opera productions, role preparation, diction classes and vocal coachings are guided by a full-time staff of voice teachers, coaches and a resident stage director, along with numerous guest artists.
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[Colleges | Universities] Anna Maria College
50 Sunset Lane Paxton, MA 01612 Ron Sherwin, Ph.D. (508) 849-3442 E-mail:rsherwin@annamaria.edu Website:www.annamaria.edu
Auburn University
Department of Music 101 Goodwin Music Building Auburn University, AL 36849 Dr. Sara Lynn Baird, Department Chair (334) 844-4165 FAX: (334) 844-3168 E-mail: music@auburn.edu Website: www.auburn.edu/music The Music Department at Auburn offers exciting opportunities for performance and music education majors, as well as for students majoring in other fields who wish to participate in classes and ensembles. The department strives to achieve and sustain excellent standards of performance, creativity, pedagogy, research and scholarship in music. Many of our talented faculty members have achieved national recognition for their accomplishments. Degrees offered include the Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance, a music minor, and in conjunction with the College of Education, the Bachelor of Music Education, the Master of Education in Music Education, the Educational Specialist program, and the Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education. Scholarships are available in all areas of undergraduate study and the department is a fully accredited institutional member of NASM. Auburn University is a highly ranked comprehensive research institution with an enrollment of over 25,000 students. In the Department of Music, we are proud to offer an intimate and nurturing atmosphere that provides individual attention and regular performance opportunities for students.
Augustana College
Department of Music 639 38th St. Rock Island, IL 61201 Dr. Jon Hurty, Daniel Culver, chairs (309) 794-7233 FAX: (309) 794-7433 E-mail: margaretellis@augustana.edu Website: www.augustana.edu Founded in 1860 by graduates of Swedish universities, Augustana College
is a premier college of the liberal arts related to the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Augustana is a Phi Beta Kappa institution and is among only ten percent of U.S. colleges and universities to host a chapter of this prestigious academic honor society. The beautiful wooded 115-acre campus in Rock Island, Illinois extends into the culturally diverse QuadCity metropolitan area. The college offers 60 areas of study providing students close focus in a major field within a strong liberal arts program. Augustana’s music department includes 42 excellent faculty, several ensembles, and a curriculum that supports performance and academics for all students, regardless of their majors. Some ensembles tour annually, either to locations in the United States or abroad. Augustana offers majors in music, music education and music performance with minors in music and jazz. Augustana supports music study with scholarships, available to both music and non-music majors. Seventy-five majors are enrolled, with over 600 students participating in music programs. It is a fully accredited member of NASM.
Baldwin-Wallace College Conservatory of Music 275 Eastland Road Berea, OH 44017 1-866-BW-MUSIC FAX: 440-826-8069 Julian Ross, Interim Director E-mail: music@bw.edu Website: www.bw.edu/conservatory
cluding members of The Cleveland Orchestra. The many ensembles and performance opportunities allow our 320 music majors to perform the solos, sit first-chair, and be cast in operas, musicals, and theatre productions. B-W was proud to present the first-ever in repertory production of Rent/La Bohème in February 2011. B-W students are diverse geographically, culturally, and in the majors they wish to pursue; but at the Conservatory they are first and foremost a musician. Bachelor of Music, (B.M.) degrees are offered in: performance, music theatre, music therapy, composition, theory, and music history and literature. The Bachelor of Music, (B.M.E.) degree prepares students for public school teaching. An arts management program, jazz emphasis, and music therapy equivalency are also available. Students are encouraged to be innovative, involved, and to fully experience the music world they have elected to inhabit. The environment is academically and musically challenging, yet supportive and friendly. Founded in 1898 and fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, our graduates enjoy success from Bach to Broadway. Music therapy, music education, and music theatre students move directly to the professional workplace; others move on to the finest graduate programs in the country. The tradition of the Conservatory is distinguished by hosting the first collegiate Bach Festival in the nation, our Riemenschneider Bach Institute and research library, and a Focus Festival of Contemporary Music.
Ball State University
The Conservatory of Music at Baldwin-Wallace College is pleased to announce the grand opening of the Boesel Musical Arts Center. This student-centered new construction and renovation doubles the square footage of the Conservatory complex with new practice rooms, studios, and rehearsal areas. The B-W Conservatory is one of seven academic divisions of a pre-professional liberal arts college near Cleveland, Ohio. Our commitment as an undergraduate only music school is emphasized through direct teaching, mentorship, and personal attention from 72 specialized faculty in-
School of Music 2000 W. University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 Meryl Mantione, Director (765) 285-5402 FAX: (765) 285-5401 E-mail: memantione@bsu.edu Website: www.bsu.edu/music
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Ensembles and Conducting Music Performance Music Education Music History and Musicology Music Theory and Composition Music Technology We take great pride in the fact that all of our graduate and undergraduate degree programs are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. We are also proud to be known as an AllSteinway and All-Conn-Selmer School. Student Success. The School of Music has approximately 400 undergraduate majors, 100 graduate students, and more than 70 music faculty, resulting in a better than 9-to-1 student-to-teacher ratio. We pride ourselves on the personal and professional attention given to each student. The breadth and range of our faculty and students can be represented by one single, recent academic year when our scholarly and creative activity reached 44 states and 16 foreign countries. Our graduates can be found performing, conducting, composing, and teaching across the country. Ball State University’s tradition of innovation in teaching and learning brings together people, ideas, and extraordinary resources to redefine academic excellence, and to offer a place where students in the School of Music and all students thrive. Ball State University – Education Redefined
Bradley University
Department of Music 1501 W. Bradley Avenue Peoria, IL 61625 (309) 677-2595 FAX: (309) 677-3871 E-mail: dvroman@bradley.edu Website: www.bradley.edu Music at Bradley involves a combination of technology and tradition to prepare students for careers as teachers, composers, performers, or executives in the music industry. Bradley’s Department of Music offers an undergraduate curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Music in Education, Performance or Composition; Bachelor of Science/Arts (Music Business); or a Music Minor. There are over 110 students enrolled as majors and just over 400 students performing in the 5 bands, 4 choirs, symphony orchestra and other smaller ensembles. The program is housed in two buildings; Constance Hall of Music and the Dingeldine Music Center, which includes a beautiful recital hall. An audition is required both to determine acceptance into a degree program and for the consid50 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
eration of talent scholarships. The Department of Music offers a number of scholarships, grants, and awards designated for incoming students who choose to major in music. Bradley has gained accreditation from the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). The music program has gained accreditation by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the National Association of Music Merchants Affiliated Music Business Institutions (NAMBI). In January 2001, the Music Department was honored with the prestigious Helen Bartlett Award for Excellence in Service to Students. Bradley maintains strong ties with the community including the Peoria Symphony Orchestra, Opera Illinois, Peoria Ballet, Peoria Municipal Band, Peoria Bach Festival, ArtsPartners of Central Illinois and others. Bradley’s highest priority is excellent teaching supported by research, scholarship, and creative activities. Faculty not only provide personalized attention in learning and academic advising, but also serve as mentors and professional guides to their students. Bradley’s full-time faculty number more than 300. The Department of Music has 27 full and affiliate faculty and as teachers and scholars, many are national authorities in their fields.
Butler University
Jordan College of Fine Arts School of Music 4603 Clarendon Rd. Indianapolis, IN 46208 (317) 940-9065 FAX: (317) 940-9258 Email: music@butler.edu Website: www.butler.edu/music Butler University’s Jordan College of Fine Arts is preparing students for careers as performers, scholars, arts administrators and teachers. As a cultural leader in Indianapolis, the Jordan College of Fine Arts collaborates with professional programs and companies regionally, nationally and internationally. With programs in dance, art, music, theatre and arts administration, the Jordan College of Fine Arts combines nationally recognized conservatory-style programs with a curriculum rich in the liberal arts. Butler’s 115-year-old music tradition and national reputation are based on the foundation of a large, dynamic School of Music with strong ties to a thriving artistic community. We offer the serious music student professional training with a commitment to liberal arts education.
Undergraduate Degree Programs: BA in Music BM in Composition BM in Music Education BM in Performance BM in Piano Pedagogy BS in Arts Administration Music and academic scholarships awarded on a competitive basis. Apply online at go.butler.edu/apply.
California Baptist University
8432 Magnolia Ave. Riverside, CA 92504 Undergraduate Admissions (866) 7676-CBU E-mail: admissions@calbaptist.edu Website: www.calbaptist.edu/music
About California Baptist University Located in the heart of Inland Southern California, California Baptist University believes each person has been created for a purpose. CBU strives to help students understand and engage this purpose by providing a Christ-centered educational experience that integrates academics with spiritual and social development opportunities. Graduates are challenged to become individuals whose skills, integrity and sense of purpose glorify God and distinguish them in the workplace and in the world. With of population of more than 4,700 undergraduate and graduate students, CBU offers nearly 100 undergraduate majors and concentrations as well as 25 graduate degree and credential programs. About CBU’s Shelby and Ferne Collinsworth School of Music As one of the most progressive music programs on the West Coast, California Baptist University’s Collinsworth School of Music instills students with a foundation for lifelong growth and discovery in music—and in life. Beyond merely entertaining audiences, CBU faculty and staff encourage their students to engage themselves passionately in their music – to truly communicate a mastery of experience and emotion. That is why in every class, every rehearsal, every performance, CBU music students are held to high-
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California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo Department of Music 1 Grand Ave. San Luis Obispo, CA 93407-0326 W. Terrence Spiller (805) 756-2406 FAX: (805) 756-7464 E-mail: wspiller@calpoly.edu Website: www.calpoly.edu Bachelor of Music; Music Minor The Music Department offers a program which develops musical skills and sensitivity, encourages creativity, and cultivates vision for the future. A graduate of this program will be prepared to begin specialized study at the graduate level and to enter a wide variety of professional careers. The Bachelor of Arts in Music offered at Cal Poly introduces a student to the role of music in today’s world, helps form personal goals, and provides the discipline, skills and knowledge to accomplish those goals. The University’s polytechnic emphasis provides an excellent opportunity to explore music in conjunction with a wide range of other fields. In addition, the Music Department is a valuable resource for the non-music major. Its courses and performing ensembles are open to all students who wish to enrich their lives through music. Qualified students who wish to explore the subject in depth have the opportunity to minor in music. The Cal Poly Music Department also serves as a cultural center for both the university and the community through a program of public performances by student and faculty groups and through clinics, workshops, concerts, and lectures by outstanding individuals from outside the university. Acceptance into the music major program requires a demonstrated ability on an instrument, in voice, or other musical media, such as music composition or sound design.
Clemson University
Department of Performing Arts 221 Brooks Center Clemson, SC 29634-0525 David Hartmann, Chair (864) 656-3043 E-mail: perf-arts-l@clemson.edu Website: www.clemson.edu/Perf-Arts Clemson University features a distinctive Bachelor of Arts degree in perform-
ing arts with separate concentrations in audio technology, music, and theatre. The Clemson degree will prepare students for a career in many aspects of the arts. Classes combine studies in performance, technology, production, theory, and history into a unified program of study. In addition to discipline-specific concentrations, all performing arts students at Clemson take core classes within the major that give each student the tools to be successful in a wide variety of performing arts professions. The Clemson faculty is dedicated to a hands-on experiential education. A culture of performance excellence and small classes makes each student a vital partner in the educational process. Using the Brooks Center for the Performing Arts as a living performing arts laboratory, we welcome students seeking a unique program of study in the performing arts. Housed in the state-of-the-art Brooks Center for the Performing Arts, the Clemson University Department of Performing Arts features a 1,000 seat theatre, a black box theatre, a digital technology surround sound editing lab, a recording studio, and a performing arts technology lab. Participation in music lessons and performance ensembles is also available for all interested Clemson students.
DePaul University
School of Music 804 West Belden Ave. Chicago, IL 60614 Ross Beacraft (773) 325-7444 FAX: (773) 325-7263 E-mail: musicadmissions@depaul.edu Website: http://music.depaul.edu
DePaul University School of Music offers students the unique opportunity to study with faculty that are not only experienced and admired educators, but are some of the world’s finest and most respected conductors, composers, performers and recording artists. Approximately 400 music majors work toward degrees in performance, jazz studies, music education, composition, sound recording technology (SRT), and performing arts management (PAM) with a faculty drawn from members of the Chicago Symphony, Lyric Opera and Chicago’s major jazz and chamber musicians. Students perform in symphony and chamber orchestra, wind ensemble &
symphony, several choirs, three large jazz ensembles, three annual opera productions, and numerous chamber ensembles. Music education majors student-teach at the elementary, middle, and high school levels during their junior and senior year. SRT and PAM majors participate in internships with major Chicago-based companies in their chosen field. Many of our PAM, music education, and SRT graduates secure full-time employment in their field of study within a year of graduation, and many of our performance majors have gone on to successful careers performing with the Chicago Symphony, Metropolitan Opera, and Berlin Philharmonic, to name a few.
DePauw University
School of Music 605 South College Avenue Greencastle, IN 46135 (765) 658-4380 FAX: (765) 658-4042 E-mail: schoolofmusic@depauw.edu Website: www.depauw.edu/music
Degrees: B.A., B.M., B.M.E., B.M.A., B.M./B.A. (five-year) Training musicians to find uncommon success in contemporary society, the DePauw University School of Music offers an undergraduate education grounded in tradition but inspired by the innovative trends of today. DePauw provides an encouraging environment in which students can mature and grow into complete musicians. As students of a nationally ranked liberal arts university, DePauw musicians have well-balanced opportunities to polish their musical skills while developing their abilities to think, reason… and live.
Drew University
Music Department 36 Madison Ave. Madison, NJ 07940 Dr. Norman Lowrey (973) 408-3421 E-mail: nlowrey@drew.edu Website: www.depts.drew.edu/music Bachelor of Arts with Music Major
Emporia State University Department of Music 1200 Commercial Rd. P.O. Box 4029
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[Colleges | Universities] Emporia, KS 66801 (620) 341-5431 FAX: (620) 341-5601 Website: www.emporia.edu The ESU Department of Music provides the rigorous programs of study complemented by the personal attention of a very accessible and highly qualified faculty that is necessary for student success. Prospective students are invited to experience our unique learning environment and arrange a free lesson, participate in an ensemble rehearsal, observe classes, and tour our excellent facilities in Beach Music Hall and the Shepherd Music Center, housing the Heath Recital Hall, computer lab, recording studio, smart classrooms, practice rooms, and rehearsal rooms for small and large ensembles. We offer undergraduate degrees in performance, music education, and a liberal arts degree in music with a concentration based on the student’s interest, including studies ranging from business to digital audio. The department also offers the Master of Music with an emphasis in music education or performance. For the working music educator, the MM Music Education Emphasis is offered in a hybrid format. Courses are offered online during the fall and spring semester and on site in the summer. Don’t forget to check out the Great Plains Summer Music Education Workshops for continuing education or graduate credit. WE ARE ALL ABOUT OPPORTUNITIES!
Full Sail University
3300 University Boulevard Winter Park, FL 32792 (800) 226-7625 E-mail: admissions@fullsail.com Website: www.fullsail.edu
Gettysburg College
Sunderman Conservatory of Music 300 N. Washington Street Gettysburg, PA 17325 (717) 337-6815 FAX: (717) 337-8558 E-mail: macbeth@gettysburg.edu Website: www.gettysburg.edu/sunderman_conservatory Degrees offered: Bachelor of Music in Performance, Bachelor of Science in Music Education, Bachelor of Arts in Music The Sunderman Conservatory combines superb comprehensive undergraduate musical training and Gettysburg College’s strength as one of the nation’s leading liberal arts colleges. The tradi52 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
tions of classical music, jazz and world musics work side-by-side in a challenging course of study. Our exceptional faculty of artists and scholars are ready to lead students on an experiential journey through intensive study of theory, history and aural skills. Students will also learn to conduct ensembles, accomplish meaningful research, and improve artistic skill as a soloist, chamber musician and large ensemble performer. Graduates go on to rewarding careers as arts administrators, composers, teachers and performers.
conservatory combined with the broad academic offerings of a major university. With more than 1,100 performances each year - including seven operas and three ballets - the variety and number of performance opportunities are unparalleled in college music study. The school’s facilities include five buildings located in the heart of the IU Bloomington Campus; among them an opera house, outstanding recital halls, 200 practice rooms, choral and instrumental rehearsal rooms, and more than 100 offices and studios.
Jacobs School of Music
Audition and Interview Weekends January 13-14, 2012 February 3-4, 2012 March 2-3, 2012 Additional Audition Dates (for Ballet only) Friday, December 2, 2011 Friday, March 23, 2012
Office of Music Admissions and Financial Aid 1201 E. Third Street Bloomington, IN 47405 (812) 855-7998 FAX: (812) 856-6086 E-mail: musicadm@indiana.edu Website: www.music.indiana.edu
Degrees: Bachelor of Music (BM), Bachelor of Music Education (BME), Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Science in an Outside field (BSOF), Master of Music (MM), Master of Music Education (MME), Master of Science (MS), Master of Arts (MA), Master of Arts in Musicology/ Master of Library Science (MA/MLS), Master of Music in Music Theory/Master of Library Science (MM/ MLS), Doctor of Music (DM), Doctor of Music Education (DME), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Performer Diploma, Artist Diploma. As one of the most comprehensive and acclaimed institutions for study of music, the IU Jacobs School of Music has been ranked first in the nation by Change magazine, the Chronicle of Higher Education, and U.S. News and World Report. As such it plays a key role in educating performers, scholars, dancers, and music educators who influence performance and education around the globe. The 170 full-time faculty members in residence at the Jacobs School include internationally celebrated performers, scholars, and teachers who are dedicated to mentoring the next generation of music leaders. The more than 1,600 students from all 50 states and 55 countries outside the United States who study at the Jacobs School benefit from the intensity and focus of a
Jackson State University
Department of Music P.O. Box 17055 Jackson, MS 39217 Dr. Russell Thomas Jr., Interim Chair (601) 979-2141 FAX: (601) 979-2568 E-mail: Russell.thomas@jsums.edu Website: www.jsums.edu Jackson State University, Mississippi’s comprehensive, urban university, is the fourth largest institution in the state. JSU is one of America’s leading HBCUs and has become an increasingly diverse institution offering a myriad of opportunities for personal growth and achievement. The Department of Music seeks to provide opportunities to develop high-level skills in performance, theoretical principles of music and teaching techniques, which are essential to the careers of professional musicians and music educators. With a tradition of innovation and excellence in music education and exciting new degree programs, the department is committed to maintaining a rich learning environment and to preparing its graduates to assume leadership roles in the arts. The department offers the BME, BM (Performance, Music Technology), and the MME. A minor is also available. The department has numerous ensembles that are excellent in band, orchestral, opera, choral, and jazz performance including its famous marching band, the “Sonic Boom of the South”. Scholarships and assistantships are available. The department is a fully accredited member of NASM with seventeen full-time and four part-
[Colleges | Universities] time faculty. An outstanding curriculum, a distinguished faculty, modern facilities including a new Pro-Tools recording studio and technology laboratory and a commitment to excellence best describe Music at Jackson State University.
Lamar University
Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music P.O. Box 10044 Beaumont, TX 77710 Robert M. Culbertson, Jr. (409) 880-8144 FAX: (409) 880-8143 E-mail: Robert.culbertson@lamar.edu Website: www.lamar.edu Degrees: B.A., B.M., M.M., M.M.Ed. The Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music at Lamar University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in music. Undergraduate areas of study include music education, performance, composition and music business. The department offers graduate degrees in music education and performance and is a fully accredited member of NASM. The Department consists of 15 full-time and 15 part-time faculty. The university is located in Beaumont, Texas, a vibrant community of approximately 200,000 located 90 miles from Houston. The college population is approximately 14,500. Lamar has newly developed residence halls and dining facilities and is a great place to begin your study of music.
Lamont School of Music University of Denver
Newman Center for the Performing Arts 2344 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80208 (303) 871-6400 FAX: (303) 871-6382 Website: www.du.edu/lamont Bachelor of Music (BM) Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies and Commercial Music (BMJSCM) Bachelor of Arts (BA) Master of Music with emphases in Composition, Jazz, Performance (all), Piano Pedagogy and Suzuki Pedagogy (MM) Master of Arts with emphases in Music Theory and Musicology (MA) Artist Diploma, Certificate. The Lamont School of Music is widely recognized as a premiere university music school with a long-standing tradition of excellence. It boasts one of the most beautiful and complete music facilities in the
world: the Newman Center for the Performing Arts. When you look inside the building, you will find what truly makes Lamont one of the great music schools in the country: our faculty and students. The Lamont faculty is a distinguished group of internationally recognized artist performers, teachers and scholars who maintain active careers in performing, composing, researching and scholarly activity. They are second to none in their ability to mentor, educate and nurture students. By educating the whole student, Lamont graduates many professional artists each year. As a student, you will most certainly find our environment to be both demanding and supportive—a balance that catapults today’s students into tomorrow’s musical leaders.
Loyola Marymount University
Department of Music Burns Fine Arts Center 1 LMU Drive MS-8347 Los Angeles, CA 90045 (310) 338-5386 FAX: (310) 338-6046 E-mail: lmumusic@lmu.edu Website: www.cfa.lmu.edu/music The Department of Music at Loyola Marymount University provides quality instruction for students wishing to pursue a career in music or for those seeking a musically enriched undergraduate experience through non-career-oriented study and performance. The department offers the bachelor of arts in music degree, which features concentrations in Instrumental Studies, Vocal Studies, Music History, Theory and Composition, Ethnomusicology, Instrumental Conducting, and Choral Conducting. The B.A. degree serves as an excellent foundation for advanced, graduate studies in these areas as well as musicology, music librarianship, music management, and pedagogy-oriented private teaching. Applied instrumental and vocal lessons are taught by world-class artist faculty Departmental ensembles include three choruses, the Sinatra Opera Workshop, Balinese gamelan, Ghanaian drum and xylophone consorts, string orchestra, string quartet, guitar ensembles, and other small chamber groups. In addition to meeting all general university admissions requirements, students intending either to major or minor in music must audition to be admitted to the department. The Department of Music is fully
accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Loyola University
New Orleans College of Music and Fine Arts 6363 St. Charles Ave., Box 18 New Orleans, LA 70118 Keith Gramling, Director of Undergraduate Admissions Email: admit@loyno.edu Website: www.loyno.edu College of Music and Fine Arts Website: www.cmfa.loyno.edu For more information: https://secure.loyno.edu/apply/informationrequest/
Miami Dade College
Wolfson Campus 300 N.E. 2nd Avenue Miami, FL 33132 Dr. Michael Di Liddo (305) 237-3930 FAX: (305) 237-3830 E-mail: mdiliddo@mdc.edu Website: www.mdc.edu/wolfson/arts Strategically located Downtown, Miami Dade College’s Wolfson campus provides an accessible, affordable, highquality education by keeping the learner’s needs at the center of its dynamic, multicultural community. The Music Program offers studies in instrumental jazz and classical music as well as opera productions, gospel choir, and chamber music. Our majors are regularly featured in class-based recitals, community programs and international cultural events. Our faculty, many of whom hold the highest academic degrees in their fields, employ teaching strategies that develop conceptual and technical capabilities, which empower their students to function in a rapidly changing world. Students in the jazz program can participate in five small groups and a big band, along with classes in jazz improvisation and arranging. Private jazz lessons are also offered in trumpet, saxophone, trombone, guitar, piano, bass and drums. As an adjunct to the campus’ jazz education, students are presented monthly jazz concerts and workshops that feature celebrated and emerging jazz artists. The Jazz at Wolfson Presents Visiting Artist Series is currently in its fourteenth season. Past artists include Jamey Aebersold, Eric Alexander, Gary Campbell, John Fedchock, Danny Gottlieb, Antonio Hart, David Hazeltine, Andy LaVerne, James Moody, Adam Nussbaum, Rufus Reid, SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012 53
[Colleges | Universities] Terell Stafford, Ira Sullivan, and Bobby Watson. Agreement with Berklee College of Music Students that successfully graduate from MDC with and Associate of Arts (AA) degree are eligible to transfer their first two years to BCM. The agreement requires a jazz based curriculum that is offered at the Wolfson Campus. For further information, please see http://www.mdc. edu/asa/documents/AA_Berklee.pdf
Morehead State University
Department of Music, Theatre & Dance Baird Music Hall Morehead, KY 40351-1689 Paul Hammond, Interim Chair (606) 783-2473 FAX: (606) 783-5447 E-mail: music@moreheadstate.edu Website: www.moreheadstate.edu/mtd Since the late 1800s, Morehead State University has evolved from one modest makeshift classroom into the high-tech world of the 21st century. Today, MSU enrolls more than 9,000 students from Kentucky, 42 states, and 37 nations. The Department of Music, Theatre & Dance, widely recognized and distinguished center of excellence, has an impressive history of serving and enriching the region since the 1920s. As part of a great university within the atmosphere of a small community, the Music program enrolls over 240 majors that hail from several states and foreign countries and employs a distinguished faculty of more than 30 instructors with extensive credentials and professional expertise. Music alumni are recognized artists, scholars, teachers, and leaders in music and music education with noteworthy achievements regionally, nationally, and internationally. As an accredited institutional member of NASM since 1965, MSU offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Music Education, Jazz Studies, and Performance. A Minor in Traditional Music is offered in conjunction with the MSU’s Kentucky Center for Traditional Music. Private study is offered on orchestral and keyboard instruments, and voice, conducting, guitar and traditional instruments. Musical training and performance opportunities are also provided to students who are not planning musical careers.
Peter Layton, Director of Admission (212) 229-5896 ext. 4575 FAX: (212) 229-8936 E-mail: jazzadmissions@newschool.edu Website: www.newschool.edu/jazz B.F.A. –Jazz Performance B.A./B.F.A.- Liberal Arts and Jazz Performance Learn jazz by living it in the heart of Greenwich Village. At The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music, your mentors are 70 of New York City’s leading musicians and your classmates are promising young players from across the country and around the globe. Students in the program study, jam, and gig with top-notch players and connect with legendary performers and music industry luminaries. With more than 230 core and private lesson instructors, the college’s faculty list is a who’s who of players on today’s New York jazz scene. Performance is an essential part of your education, and the program produces hundreds of performances every year—at school and in public venues throughout New York City. The ultimate proof of the program’s success is heard in the musical voices of an established generation of alumni—from jazz greats Brad Mehldau and Robert Glasper, to hip hop violinist Miri Ben-Ari, to Greg Kurstin of The Bird and The Bee. The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music awards a Bachelor of Fine Arts. A five-year dual-degree BA/BFA option is also available in conjunction with Eugene Lang College The New School for Liberal Arts. Find out more at www. newschool.edu/jazz.
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development
Music and Performing Art Professions 35 West 4th Street, Suite 777 New York, NY 10012 Robert Rowe, Director Contact: Dr. Paul Horan (212) 998-5424 FAX: (212) 995-4043 E-mail: pgh1@nyu.edu Website: www.steinhardt.nyu.edu/studymusic-2012
The New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music 55 West 13th Street, 6th Floor New York, NY 10011
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The Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions offers the finest
professional training combined with the academic excellence of an internationally recognized university. Our programs share a spirit of openness and innovation that encourages the pursuit of high artistic goals enriched by the world of interdisciplinary ideas. Study with acclaimed artists, composers, scholars, and industry leaders in the performing arts capital of the world – New York City. Participate in performance ensembles, composer forums, mainstage and workshop music theatre and opera productions, or intern at leading record companies, publishing houses, and concert management and public relations firms. Study music abroad. Undergraduate programs: • B.M. in Instrumental Performance (classical or jazz) • B.M. in Music Business • B.M. in Music Education • B.M. in Music Technology • B.M. in Piano Performance • B.M. in Teaching Music, All Grades • B.M. in Theory and Composition • B.M. in Vocal Performance (classical voice and music theatre) Facilities/resources include the Frederick Loewe Theatre, two recital rooms, the Black Box Theatre, practice rooms, ensemble rehearsal rooms, teaching studios, computer music and recording studios including the state-of-the-art James L. Dolan Music Recording Studio, and Village Records. Additional performance facilities at the Kimmel Center for University Life.
Northwestern University
Bienen School of Music 711 Elgin Road Evanston, Illinois 60208-1200 (847) 491-3141 FAX: (847) 467-7440 E-mail: musiclife@northwestern.edu Website: www.music.northwestern.edu Because one size does not fit all, Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music offers a wide range of degree options that can be tailored to students’ particular interests. The school’s variety of flexible degree programs and minors, plus the rich course work available throughout the University, allow students to craft a unique and meaningful educational experience. The school offers three undergraduate degree programs: bachelor of music,
[Colleges | Universities] a conservatory-level curriculum focusing on the performance and study of music; bachelor of arts, a liberal arts degree with less emphasis on performance; and dual bachelor’s degrees, for students with exceptionally strong interests in music and another field, providing the opportunity to earn two separate degrees in five years. Students may major in piano, strings, voice, winds and percussion, jazz, music cognition, music composition, music education, musicology, music technology, and music theory. The ad hoc (selfdesigned) major, unique among major US music schools, offers another option for students whose interests fall outside the school’s standard offerings. An interdisciplinary program of six to nine courses (beyond those for the major) qualifies students for a minor. Options include arts administration, commercial music, jazz studies, music cognition, music composition, music criticism, musicology, music technology, and music theory.
Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University
1 East Mount Vernon Place Baltimore, MD 21202 (410) 234-4848 FAX: (410) 659-8102 E-mail: admissions@peabody.jhu.edu Website: www.peabody.jhu.edu/admissions Bachelor of Music (BM); Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA); Master of Arts (MA); Master of Music (MM); Graduate Performance Diploma (GPD) Located in the heart of Baltimore’s Mount Vernon Cultural District, the Peabody Conservatory was founded in 1857 as America’s first academy of music. Today, Peabody boasts a preeminent faculty, a nurturing, collaborative learning environment, and the academic resources of one of the nation’s leading universities, Johns Hopkins. Peabody’s teachers and alumni appear as soloists and recitalists across the country and around the world, conduct workshops, lecture in colleges and universities, make recordings, and serve as jurists for international competitions from Texas to Tokyo. Its graduates are active in orchestras, in arts organizations, and as teachers at all levels from precollege through postgraduate education. Among its most illustrious alumni are pianist Andre Watts, vocalists James Morris and Richard Cassilly of the Metropolitan Opera, and the Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Dominick Argento. The Miriam A. Friedberg Concert
Hall, with seating for 695, combines modern technical facilities with its resplendent historic architecture. The Conservatory’s other performance halls are Leith Symington Griswold Hall, a renovated concert and rehearsal space with a seating capacity of 150 and a Holtkamp concert organ; the 95-seat Cohen-Davison Family Theatre; and Hilda and Douglas Goodwin Hall, the facility for many Conservatory repertory classes and recitals.
FAX: (864) 596-9225 E-mail: admission@converse.edu Website: www.converse.edu
Degrees offered: Bachelor of Music in Performance, Music Education, Music Therapy, History/Musicology, Theory, and Composition Bachelor of Arts in Music Master of Music in Performance and Music Education Founded in 1889 and located in Spartanburg, SC, Converse College is a consistently top-ranked Master’s University by U.S. News & World Report. Consisting of an undergraduate women’s college and a co-educational graduate program, Converse enables students to develop their unique voices through a cross-disciplinary approach to learning that engages,
Pepperdine University
Department of Music 24255 Pacific Coast Highway Malibu, CA 90263-4462 Dr. Gary Cobb, Chair (310) 506-4462 FAX: (310) 506-4077 E-mail: musicadmissions@pepperdine. edu Website: www.seaver.pepperdine.edu/music
Petrie School of Music
580 East Main St. Spartanburg, SC 29302 (864) 596-9040 or (800) 766-1125
2011 APPLY EARLY! application window oct 01–nov 30 Music Auditions - Sat 11/05/11 Sat 11/19/11 Dance Auditions - Fri 11/04/11 Fri 02/10/11 Fri 05/11/11
performance opportunities
degree programs
Wind Ensemble Symphonic Band Marching Band Jazz Orchestra Jazz Combos Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music
Bachelor of Arts Music Bachelor of Music Composition, Performance, Jazz Studies, Music Education Composition, Master of Arts Conducting, Music Education, Performance
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DANCE One Washington Square, San José, CA 95192-0095 408-924-4673 | music.sjsu.edu musicdancerecruitment@sjsu.edu
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[Colleges | Universities] develops a broader perspective, and expands students’ ability to think critically and creatively about any subject. The Converse experience is distinguished by our challenging curriculum, abundant opportunities for professional development and study/travel, and a close-knit campus community. Converse is home to the Carroll McDaniel Petrie School of Music, the nation’s only comprehensive professional school of music within a liberal arts college for women and the first women’s college to achieve Steinway School status. The Petrie School enables students to study with an attentive and professionally-recognized faculty as they develop their unique voices through a cross-disciplinary approach to learning. Graduates of the Petrie School of Music go on to attain admission to leading graduate programs and include many nationally and internationally distinguished performers, scholars, and educators.
San José State University School of Music and Dance One Washington Square San José, CA 95192-0095 (408) 924-4673 FAX: (408) 924-4773 Email: music@email.sjsu.edu Website: www.music.sjsu.edu
Snow College
150 East College Ave. Ephraim, UT 84627 Steve Meredith, Music Chair, Dir. of Choirs, Voice, Theory (435) 283-7469 FAX: (435) 283-7479 Email: steve.meredith@snow.edu Website: http://www.snow.edu/music The Horne School of Music at Snow College is one of the most comprehensive 2-year college music programs in the nation. The thirty music faculty members at Snow College are graduates of some of the finest music schools in the world. Our unique collaboration with the Juilliard School’s jazz program provides students with access to prestigious artists in residence each academic year. Musicians at Snow College study in the beautiful Eccles Center for the Performing Arts. This facility houses the Jorgensen Concert Hall, which is renown for its acoustic excellence. Snow College is proud to be an All-Steinway School. Opportunity for growth is a hallmark of the music program at Snow College. Our students leave us with many more 56 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
options than they had when they arrived. The Horne School of Music features a full slate of ensemble opportunities. Snow’s location in scenic, rural Utah is ideal for musicians who are serious about success.
in exploring diverse and excellent performance opportunities while immersed in an inspired professional education. Competitive talent awards are available to music majors and elective students.
Stephen F. Austin University
Stony Brook University
School of Music P.O. Box 13043, SFA Station Nacogdoches, TX 75962 (936) 468-4602 FAX: (936) 465-5810 E-mail: robertsjn1@sfasu.edu Website: www.music.sfasu.edu BM with Teacher Certification options, BM in Performance, BM in Composition, BM in Sound Recording Technology; MA in Music, MA in Music Education, MM in Performance, and MM in Conducting. The SFA School of Music is noted as of the finest comprehensive music programs for educating artist / teachers and performers. Boasting more than 370 music majors, the School is “Big enough to show you the world; small enough to discover the world in you!” With a 10:1 student: faculty ratio, the School retains faculty specialists on all instruments. Its ensembles have gained national and even international attention through performances at regional and national conventions and trips to Europe. Auditions are required for entrance into the music program.
Stetson University
School of Music 421 N. Woodland Blvd. Unit 8399 DeLand, FL 32723 Tammy Shistle (386) 822-8975 FAX: (386) 822-8948 E-mail: music@stetson.edu Website: www.stetson.edu/music The School of Music, regarded as one of the best undergraduate-only professional schools of music in the U.S., maintains a student-to-faculty ratio of 6:1 for 200-plus music majors on a beautiful campus housing more than 2000 students. Distinctive artist-scholar faculty provide academic rigor and collaborative support to prepare graduates with degrees in performance, music education, theory/ composition, music technology, and music with any outside emphasis (including business) for top-level graduate study and careers in the profession. Students excel
Department of Music Stony Brook, NY 11794 Dr. Sheila Silver, Director of Undergraduate Studies Dr. Joanna Kaczorowska, Associate Director of Undergraduate Studies Dr. Judith Lochhead, Chairperson of Music (631) 632-7330 FAX: (631) 632-7404 E-mail: sheila.silver@stonybrook.edu Website: www.stonybrook.edu/music Degrees: B.A. with a major in Music; M.A/Ph.D in Composition, Music History/Theory; M.M./D.M.A in Music Performance The undergraduate major in music balances studies in the performance, theory, and history of Western art music with the broad general education implied by a liberal arts degree. The Bachelor of Arts in Music degree does not confine students to a specific track, rather all students take the same general program and are encouraged to select electives that reflect their own interests and potential careers. The curriculum concentrates on Western classical music and and class and ensemble offerings include a broad range of classes in popular music and jazz, world music, and music and technology. Chamber music is another emphasis, overseen by our artists in residence, including the Emerson String Quartet.
Syracuse University
College of Visual and Performing Arts Setnor School of Music 215 Crouse College Dr. Patrick M. Jones, Director Amy M. Mertz, Recruiting and Admissions Coordinator (315) 443-2191 FAX: (315) 443-9713 Email: ammertz@syr.edu The Setnor School of Music at Syracuse University is a comprehensive, professional music school within a major, culturally rich research university. During your time at Setnor you will have the opportunity to learn from active professionals in the field, interact with guest artists, participate in local, national and international internships,
[Colleges | Universities] and study in our unique study abroad programs. Setnor offers bachelor of music degrees in music education, composition, and performance. Our cutting edge music and entertainment industries programs include both bachelor of music and bachelor of science degrees. Finally, for those who wish to pursue a broad, and more customized program, we offer a bachelor of arts in music. Through numerous ensemble offerings such as the Symphony Orchestra, University Singers, Wind Ensemble, Brazilian Ensemble and Pride of the Orange Marching Band; partnerships with area music ensembles and world-wide connections to the music industry the Setnor School strives to help you prepare for music careers of today while honing your skills and deepening your knowledge through rigorous and relevant classes and experiences. Graduates of the Setnor School have gone on to become leaders in the music and entertainment industries, professional composers and performers, and educators at the primary, secondary and college levels. To learn more, please visit us at vpa.syr.edu.
Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance 2001 N 13th Street Philadelphia, PA 19122 Kristi Morgridge (215) 204-6810 (215) 204-4957 E-mail: music@temple.edu Website: www.temple.edu/boyer
Degree Programs: BM: Jazz Arranging/Composition BM: Jazz Performance (Instrumental, Keyboard or Vocal) BM: Music Composition BM: Music Education BM: Music Education with Jazz Studies Component BM: Music History BM: Music Theory BM: Music Therapy BM: Music Therapy with Jazz Studies Component BM: Performance (Instrumental, Keyboard or Vocal) BM: Piano Pedagogy BS: Music MM: Choral Conducting MM: Music Composition MM: Music Education MM: Music History MM: Music Theory MM: Opera MM: Performance (Instrumental, Key-
board, Voice) MM: Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music MM: Piano Accompanying and Opera Coaching MM: Piano Pedagogy MM: String Pedagogy MMT: Music Therapy DMA: Composition DMA: Performance (Instrumental, Keyboard, Voice) PhD: Music Education PhD: Music Therapy Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance offers professional training within the context of a modern research university. Students enjoy challenging and diverse curriculums and excellent performing opportunities in Philadelphia, a city with a distinguished history of musical excellence. Boyer graduates have gone on to rewarding careers as music professionals, researchers, educators, and members of major symphony orchestras and opera companies throughout the United States and abroad. In addition, many of our graduates are in leadership positions and teaching at the leading colleges and universities throughout the country.
Troy University
John M. Long School of Music University Ave. Troy, AL 36082 Dr. Larry Blocher (334) 670-3322 FAX: (334) 670-3858 E-mail: music@troy.edu Website: www.music.troy.edu The John M. Long School of Music at Troy University is a vital part of a dynamic, global university. Focusing on musical excellence in the classroom and in the performance arena, the School of Music is committed to helping students become competent, caring music education professionals. From the “Sound of the South” to the “sounds” coming from classrooms, recording studios, and performance halls across the country and around the world, the School of Music at Troy University continues its tradition of making a difference, one student at a time.
The University of Arizona School of Music P.O. Box 210004 1017 North Olive Road Tucson, Arizona 85721-0004 Rex A. Woods, Director (520) 621-1655
FAX: (520) 621-8118 Website: www.music.arizona.edu
The University of the Arts School of Music Office of Admission 320 South Broad St. Philadelphia, PA 19102 Sue Gandy (800) 616-ARTS Website: www.uarts.edu
Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies (instrumental, vocal performance, or composition) Master of Music in Jazz Studies Master of Arts in Teaching in Music Education Located in the nation’s fifth-largest city, in the heart of Philadelphia’s vibrant professional arts community, the School of Music at the University of the Arts is distinguished by its emphasis on Jazz and contemporary American music. Students study one-on-one with top jazz musicians and composers, and have the chance to perform in more than 30 ensembles ranging from UArts’ nationally recognized big bands to an experimental bucket-drumming ensemble and a Brazilian samba band; from big band to Latin jazz; from the music of Charles Mingus to Steely Dan. Alumni include Stanley Clarke, Kenny Barron, Robin Eubanks, Gerry Brown, Lew Tabackin, and TV/Film composers Edd Kalehoff and John Davis. Guest artists have included Pink, Jack DeJohnette, Billy Joel, Brian Blade, Pat Martino, Kurt Elling, John Faddis, Patti Austin, Chris Potter, McCoy Tyner, Dave Weckl, and the Yellowjackets. The UArts School of Music continues to grow its long reputation for excellence that led Grammy-winning trumpeter Randy Brecker to refer to it as “...one of the premier schools of jazz in the universe as we know it.” The University of the Arts has been educating creative professional for more than 140 years.
University of Delaware Department of Music 100 Orchard Rd. Amstel Avenue and Orchard Rd. Newark, DE 19716-2560 Mary Dunnack (302) 831-8426 FAX: (302) 831-3589 E-mail: mdunnack@udel.edu Website: www.music.udel.edu
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[Colleges | Universities] BMAS, BAAS Undergraduate and Graduate degree programs, instrumental/vocal. Bachelor of Music in Applied Music, Music Education, Composition, Music History and Literature or Theory. Bachelor of Arts in Music also with Music Management Concentration and a 5 1/2 year plan for continuing on to an MBA in music management. Master of Music in Performance, Teaching or Composition.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Department of Theatre and Music 1040 West Harrison St. MC 255 Chicago, IL 60607 (312) 996-2977 FAX: 312-996-0954 Website: www.theatreandmusic.aa.uic. edu A smaller program of some 80 majors, with a low teacher-to-student ratio in an urban setting. It offers the BA in Music with concentrations in Jazz Studies or Performance, or a traditional program in theory, music history and literature. Private teachers and coaches include outstanding Chicago artist-performers. Ensembles include concert band, string orchestra, jazz ensembles, five choirs, chamber music. An international array of guest artists visits the department to perform and provide master classes.
University of Illinois
School of Music Office of Music Admissions 1114 W Nevada Street Urbana, IL 61801 (217) 244-7899 FAX: (217) 244-4585 E-mail: musicadmissions@illinois.edu Website: www.music.illinois.edu National Audition Dates: January 13, 2012 – NYC February, 2012 (date TBA) – Chicago, IL On-Campus Audition Dates: January 20-21, 2012; February 3-4, 10-11, 2012; March 30, 2012 (Transfer only) Degrees: Bachelor of Music (BM), Bachelor of Music Education (BME), Bachelor of Arts (BA), Master of Music (MM), Master of Music Education (MME), Master of Music Education with Certification (M.M.E. with cert.), Doctor of Philosophy in Musicology (Ph.D.), 58 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Doctor of Music Education (Ed.D.), Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education, Artist Diploma. Consistently ranked as one of the finest American music schools, the University of Illinois School of Music offers students a comprehensive education and practical professional experience within the context of one of the nation’s leading research institutions. The nearly 100 faculty of the School of Music include internationally renowned performers, composers, and scholars who are dedicated to the professional success of their students. Over 800 music students from throughout the United States and abroad participate in dozens of large and small ensembles and have the opportunity to attend performances and master classes by pre-eminent visiting artists resulting in approximately 700 hundred events annually. The School of Music is housed in five buildings on the Urbana campus including the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts, one of the fi nest facilities of its kind in the United States.
University of Louisville
School of Music Jamey Aebersold Jazz Studies Program Louisville, KY 40292 Toni Robinson Admissions (502) 852-1623 FAX: (502) 852-0520 E-mail: gomusic@louisville.edu Website: www.louisville.edu/music/jazz Degrees: B.A., B.M., and M.M. The University of Louisville School of Music is pleased to be the home of the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Studies Program. Established in 1985, the program was named for Mr. Aebersold in 2000. Mr. Aebersold, a retired faculty member, is one of the leading proponents of jazz education and largest publisher of jazz education materials in the world. Additionally, the School of Music has hosted the Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops since 1977. The Jamey Aebersold Jazz Studies Program is recognized throughout the nation and world for its commitment to quality and innovative programs. Jazz degrees include a Bachelor of Music with an Emphasis in Jazz Performance. This degree will offer students a complete undergraduate jazz experience. Our newest degree is a Bachelor of Music with an Emphasis in Music Therapy with an optional Concentration in Jazz, an ex-
cellent experience for any music therapy student who is interested in jazz. We also have a Bachelor of Arts with an Emphasis in Jazz Studies. This degree is designed for the student interested in a diverse educational experience while developing their jazz skills. Our Master’s degrees include a Master of Music with a Concentration in Jazz Performance and Master of Music with a Concentration in Jazz Composition and Arranging. Each gives the student a focused jazz experience in the Master’s setting. Scholarship assistance is available for graduate and undergraduate students wishing to focus their study in jazz. The program features extended residencies by leading jazz artists, international travel and student exchanges. The prestigious faculty includes Professor John La Barbera, an alumnus of the Buddy Rich Band and national figure among active jazz composers and arrangers, recently receiving a Grammy nomination for his recording On The Wild Side; saxophonist and Fulbright Senior Specialist Michael Tracy, who is Director of the Jamey Aebersold Jazz Studies Program, Professor of Music and the author of Jazz Piano Voicings for the Non-Pianist and co-author of Pocket Changes and Pocket Changes II; Professor Jerry Tolson (saxophonist and vocalist), who performs regionally and is an active composer/arranger; trumpeter Dr. Anysn Banks (Assistant Professor) is a gifted instrumentalist and educator specializing in trumpet pedagogy; and pianist/bassist Chris Fitzgerald, an extraordinary performer, composer and educator. Additional faculty include Tyrone Wheeler, lecturer of jazz bass who is known for his work with numerous local and regional groups and can be heard on numerous Jamey Aebersold Play-Along CDs; pianist Jim Connerley, an outstanding performer and educator; Craig Wagner, a fantastic guitarist who is at home playing contemporary and traditional jazz styles; and drummer Jason Tiemann, an exceptional performer with extensive teaching experience. In addition, each of the faculty are active regionally, nationally, and internationally as educators, adjudicators, and performers in such recognized workshops as the Skidmore Jazz Institute and the Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops.
University of North Florida Department of Music 1 UNF Drive Jacksonville, FL 32224 Dr. Gordon R. Brock, Chair Bunky Green, Director of Jazz Studies (904) 620-2961
[Colleges | Universities] FAX: (904) 620-2568 E-mail: lscott@unf.edu Website: www.unf.edu/coas/music
Degrees: Bachelor of Music degrees in Performance with concentrations in Voice, Piano, Piano Pedagogy, Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion, and Strings as well as a B.M. in Jazz Studies and a Bachelor of Music Education degree. The University of North Florida has elevated its Music Program to the elite Flagship status. Throughout the next several years, the University will invest time, talent and treasure as it strives to enhance its already stellar reputation nationally and internationally. Home to one of the most recognized performance-based music programs in the country, UNF’s Department of Music places an emphasis on American Music taught by dedicated faculty members who are recognized artist/practitioners in their fields. The countless awards and endorsements that the Department has received and continues to receive is testament to the caliber of the UNF Department of Music as one of the very best anywhere. UNF’s Department of Music is a fully ac- credited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
University of North Texas
College of Music 1155 Union Circle #311367 Denton, Texas 76203-5017 James C. Scott, Dean John C. Scott, Associate Dean for Admissions (940) 565-2791 FAX: (940) 565-2002 Website: www.music.unt.edu Degrees: Bachelor of Music in Performance, Music Education, Jazz Studies, Music Theory, Piano Pedagogy, and Composition. Bachelor of Arts. Master of Music in Performance, Music Education, Jazz Studies, Musicology, Music Theory, and Conducting. Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance and Conducting. PhD in Musicology, Theory, Music Education, and Composition. Additional graduate related fields available in opera, early
music, accompanying, sacred music, vocal pedagogy, and music and medicine. Graduate Artist Certificate in Music Performance. With more than 1650 music majors, the College supports more than 40 musical ensembles including both vocal and instrumental early music, both acoustic and electronic new music ensembles, and such ethnic ensembles as mariachi, Balinese gamelan, African drumming and dancing, and other world music percussion groups. Nearly 1000 events each year include choral, band, orchestra, opera, chamber music, solo recitals, guest artists, master classes and lectures. Facilities include more than 300 practice rooms, seven performance halls, classrooms and rehearsal spaces, computer labs, and one of the most extensive music libraries in the United States. Beyond the diversity represented within the State of Texas, 27% of our students come from other states and 13% from about 30 foreign countries. Graduates hold positions in areas including major orchestras, opera companies, professional bands, jazz groups, as music educators, conductors, as well as positions of influence in the arts and business community. For audition dates and repertoire information, visit http://www.music.unt. edu/admissions.
University of Oregon
School of Music and Dance 1225 University of Oregon Eugene, OR 97403-1225 (541) 346-5268 Email: gmusadm@uoregon.edu Website: music.uoregon.edu Undergraduate Music Degrees: BA in Music (History/Literature or Music Theory option) BS in Music (Music Technology option) BM in Performance, Music Education, Jazz Studies and Music Composition Application Deadline: January 15, 2012 One of only four comprehensive music schools on the West Coast, UO School of Music and Dance is located in a large, thriving university with a close-knit community of 400 music majors. Our distinguished faculty include Grammy award winning artists and renowned scholars deeply committed to their students. Recent alumni have gained positions with performing arts organizations and outstanding graduate programs across the
country. We’re also proud of the 100% job placement rate for all of our music education graduates. The University of Oregon is located in the vibrant city of Eugene. Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountain Range, Eugene has been called the “The Greatest City for the Arts and Outdoors” and is home to more than 150 arts and cultural organizations with which our students often perform. Undergraduate Audition Days: February 4, 2012 February 11, 2012
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Department of Music One UTSA Circle San Antonio, TX 78249 Dr. David Frego, Chair (210) 458-4354 Audition Information: jordan.bryant@ utsa.edu Website: http://music.utsa.edu A music degree from UTSA provides students with a solid foundation from a comprehensive, nationally recognized program, as well as opportunities for creative development. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the department makes a rich contribution to the university and the greater San Antonio community. Whether you are considering a degree in Music Education, Music Performance, Composition, or Music Marketing, UTSA offers you the training and experience you need to pursue your passions. As the seventh-largest city in the United States, San Antonio offers a rich and vibrant cultural and arts scene and a variety of opportunities for our Education, Performance, and Marketing students. UTSA also offers graduate degrees in Conducting, Performance, Education, Piano Pedagogy and Performance, and Vocal Pedagogy and Performance.
University of West Florida
Department of Music 11000 University Parkway Pensacola, FL 32514 Joseph T. Spaniola, Music Program Coordinator (850) 474-2147 FAX: (850) 474-3247 E-mail: jspaniola@uwf.edu Website: www.uwf.edu/music The University of West Florida, Department of Music located in the beauSBO College Search & Career Guide 2012 59
[Colleges | Universities] tiful beach community of Pensacola, Florida offers a personalized education at the baccalaureate level equipping students to perform at professional levels and to think critically as musicians and educators. This personalized education is augmented by numerous performance and ensemble opportunities. The department sponsors musical performances both alone and in conjunction with the theatre and art departments to reach out to both the university and the community. With an emphasis on professional preparation, the Department of Music offers students the opportunity to develop musicianship through practical experience, relevant course work and close interaction with faculty. Welcoming students with quality instruction, unique programs and special events, the Department of Music has six full-time and sixteen part-time nationally and internationally acclaimed instructors, who are all active as professional performers, directors and clinicians. Over 150 students participate in UWF Bands, Choirs, Jazz Ensembles, Orchestras and Chamber Ensembles. The Department is a fully accredited member of the NASM currently serving 90 majors and 30 minors in programs leading to the B.M. degree with concentrations in performance, teaching, and jazz studies.
USC Thornton School of Music
Office of Admission LPB 200 (213) 740-8986 FAX: (213) 740-8995 E-mail: uscmusic@usc.edu Phillip M. Placenti, Assistant Dean of Student Affairs & Admission P J Woolston, Director of Admission Website: http://www.usc.edu/schools/music The USC Thornton School of Music brings together a stellar faculty chosen from a broad spectrum of the music profession and musically gifted students from around the globe. Founded in 1884, and today the oldest continually operating cultural institution in Los Angeles, the Thornton School consistently ranks among the nation’s top music schools and conservatories. Graduates of the school attain positions with major orchestras, ensembles, recording studios and music industry firms and perform on stages and in studios around the world. Blending the rigors of a traditional 60 SBO College Search & Career Guide 2012
conservatory-style education with the benefits of studying at a leading research university, the Thornton School offers students a thorough music education in a real-world context. Students are offered a range of Academic Programs from Vocal to Instrumental, Music industry to Musicology. Located in at the center of Los Angeles, the school offers students real life experience in some of Thornton School’s most unique majors Scoring for Motion Pictures & Television and Popular Music. In addition to their work with these ensembles, Thornton students are a constant presence in local classrooms, reaching out to the next generation of musicians through music education and appreciation courses. With its faculty, its students, its events and its work, the Thornton School is one of the most important cultural resources in Los Angeles.
Valparaiso University
Department of Music Center for the Arts 1709 Chapel Drive Valparaiso, IN 46383 Joseph Bognar, DMA, Chair (219) 464-5454 FAX: (219) 464-5244 E-mail: music@valpo.edu Website: www.valpo.edu/music
Weatherford College Jazz Band 225 College Park Dr. Weatherford, TX 76086 Cal Lewiston, Director (817) 598-6233 Office FAX: (817) 598-6415 E-mail: clewiston@wc.edu Website: http://finearts.wc.edu/music
Weatherford College is a two-year community college located in Weatherford, Texas. Its close proximity to the Dallas/ Fort Worth Metroplex affords ample opportunities for students to gain practical experience in the varied and active music scene. Instrumental music at Weatherford College is founded on the study and performance of Jazz and more traditional genres. Past students have gone on to perform with the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra, Ray Charles, Betty Carter, Toby Keith, Miranda Lambert, and the World Saxophone Quartet, as well as having established themselves as recording artists and band leaders in their own right. Performance highlights by the Jazz Band and Jazz Combos include appearances at Montreux Jazz Festival with David “Fathead”
Newman, Kansas Jazz Festival, and the North Texas Jazz Festival, hosted by the University of North Texas Jazz Studies Department. Jazz studies students at Weatherford College also participate in other instrumental and vocal ensembles and music courses.
West Chester University
College of Visual and Performing Arts School of Music West Chester, PA 19383 Dr. Timothy Blair, Dean (610) 436-2379 E-mail: musicinfo@wcupa.edu Website: www.wcupa.edu/CVPA/ Degrees: Bachelor of Music in Performance, Music Education, Jazz Studies, Music Theory and Composition, and Music with an Outside Field. Master of Music in Performance, Music Education, Music Theory and Composition, Music History, Piano Pedagogy, and Conducting. Additional graduate certificate programs are available in Kodaly Methodology, Orff-Shulwerk, Music Technology, and Piano Pedagogy. With more than 450 undergraduate music majors, the college supports more than 25 musical ensembles and hosts over 200 musical events each year. Our events include: orchestra, band, choral, opera, early music, jazz, electronic new music ensembles chamber music, solo recitals, guest artists, master classes and lectures. The new music building and performing arts facility was opened in January 2007. The facilities include 56 practice rooms, small ensemble practice rooms, recital hall, performance hall, state of the art classrooms and rehearsal spaces, computer labs, and a spacious on-site music library. Graduates hold positions of prominence in the arts and business community in music educations and administration, as conductors, and musicians in major orchestras, opera companies, professional bands, and jazz groups. For additional information, visit http://www.wcupa.edu/CVPA/
Westminster College
Department of Music 319 S. Market St New Wilmington, PA 16172 (724) 946-7270 Website: www.westminster/edu/music The Department of Music at Westminster College provides a dynamic and
[Colleges | Universities] diverse artistic opportunity for music majors, minors and those with a passion for continuing in the musical arts. Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the Bachelor of Music professional degrees in Music Education, Performance, Sacred Music, the Bachelor of Arts in Music and the Music Minor all provide exposure to outstanding educators and performers who will motivate all who enter their classes. The ensembles at Westminster have travelled throughout the world and have been selected performers for state conferences. The faculty is regularly performing, speaking or performing clinics throughout the country. All this in a small college environment where faculty know you by name and not by a number. We hope to see you soon, or visit our website at www.westminster/ edu/music For more information, contact the Department of Music Secretary Peggy Flynn at (724) 946-7270
Wheaton College
Conservatory of Music 501 College Ave Wheaton, IL 60187 Dr. Michael Wilder, Dean (630) 752-5097 FAX: (630) 752-5341 Email: music@wheaton.edu Website: www.wheaton.edu/conservatory Degrees BM, BME, BA Wheaton College Conservatory offers six musically diverse degree programs grounded in the strength of classical tradition. Our 200 music majors study with over 50 highly respected professionals who approach their ca-
reers with the highest of musical excellence. Opportunities for solo and group performance – locally, nationally and internationally – abound. Five annual on campus competitions in solo, chamber and composition afford additional performance opportunities. Off-campus study options include Arts in London, and ten other programs through cooperation with the Coalition of Christian Colleges and Universities. (www.bestsemester.com) Alumni pursue varied careers in opera and concert music (Stephen Morscheck, Sylvia McNair, and Wendy White), jazz (Deanna Witkowski), orchestral conducting (John Nelson), composition (Marty O’Donnell, Halo video game soundtracks), and orchestral performance (Douglas Yeo, Boston Symphony Orchestra and Eric Carlson, Philadelphia Orchestra). In addition, alumni actively and successfully pursue careers in schools, churches, military and contemporary music venues all over the world. Just 25 miles from Chicago, and with a train stop right on campus, students take advantage of some of the finest music and theater venues in the world.
Willamette University
Department of Music 900 State Street Salem, OR 97301 Professor Anita King, Chair (503) 370-6255 FAX: (503) 370-6260 E-mail: wumusic@willamette.edu Website: www.willamette.edu/cla/music Degrees: BA in Music; BM in Performance; BM in Composition; BM in Mu-
sic Education; BM in Improvisation in Contemporary Practice; Minor in Music; Minor in Arts & Technology The Willamette University music department offers students a program of rigorous and intensive training in specialized music disciplines combined with a balance of music core courses in theory, history and literature all within a broad spectrum of courses in other liberal arts disciplines. For the major and non-major alike, the department offers music study and performance through individual instruction, chamber music, large ensembles and general music courses, many of which meet the fine arts requirements of the University’s general education program. The Mary Stuart Rogers Music Center houses the 450-seat Jerry E. Hudson Concert Hall, a rehearsal hall, percussion studio, keyboard lab, faculty teaching studios, practice rooms and the music department administrative offices. The adjoining Smith Fine Arts Building houses rehearsal rooms, music classrooms, faculty studios, practice rooms, and the 1250 seat G. Herbert Smith Auditorium. A tracker-action organ is housed in Cone Chapel located in Waller Hall while Hudson Hall in the Rogers Center features a digital electronic organ. The music section of the University library contains a comprehensive and up-to-date collection of music scores, books, microfilm, CDs, videotapes, DVD’s and archival recordings. Ford Hall houses music production and recording studios, as well as the 15 station Digital Music Lab. A selection of band, orchestra and percussion instruments are available for loan to music students.
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