[Colleges | Universities] The Music Department at the University of New Orleans offers a B.A. in music with emphasis in Jazz Studies and Music Studies, and an M.M. in Jazz Studies. UNO’s accredited programs are designed to prepare students for successful musical careers. All programs build sound musicianship and academic discipline, and share a core curriculum to ensure each student acquires a solid foundation in the fundamental principles of theory and history. A low faculty-to- student ratio and tradition of camaraderie among the student body contributes to the quality of the UNO experience. Music students enjoy unique opportunities to develop professional skills in one of the world’s most vibrant musical communities. The Jazz Studies program, a UNO Center of Excellence, claims some of the world’s top performers as alumni. Students regularly perform with and learn from master musicians. Music Studies offers educational and career opportunities for both the performing artist and those interested in related fields such as sound engineering, marketing and entertainment business.
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 FAX: (904) 620-2568 lscott@unf.edu 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 funding 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 Music Flagship Program places an emphasis on 60
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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 Music Flagship Program as one of the very best anywhere. UNF’s Music Flagship Program is a fully accredited 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 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, Jazz Studies and Conducting. PhD in Musicology, Theory, Music Education, and Composition. Additional graduate related fields available in opera, early music, accompanying, sacred music, vocal pedagogy, contemporary music, music and medicine, etc. 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, 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 West Florida Department of Music 11000 University Parkway Pensacola, FL 32514 Joseph T. Spaniola, Chair (850) 474-2147 FAX: (850) 474-3247 E-mail: jspaniola@uwf.edu Web site: www.uwf.edu/music
The University of West Florida, Department of Music located in the beautiful 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, composers and clinicians. Over 150 students participate in UWF Bands, Choirs, Jazz Ensembles, Orchestras and Chamber Ensembles. The department currently serves 90 majors and 30 minors in programs leading to a Bachelor of Music in Performance, or a Bachelor of Music Education (BME). The UWF Department of Music is a fully accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Additionally, the BME degree leads to Florida Department of Education professional certification in Music Education and is part of a National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) accredited Professional Education Unit.
USC Thornton School of Music Office of Admission LPB 200 (213) 740-8986 FAX: (213) 740-8995 uscmusic@usc.edu