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Through rigorous training within a supportive liberal arts community, Redlands students become the next generation of performers, educators, and scholars. UNIVERSITY OF REDLANDS
educating the COMPLETE musician
In the Conservatory of Music, we are committed to preparing skilled and versatile musicians through technical mastery, diverse repertoire, and a historical and cultural awareness.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Undergraduate programs
→ Apply for admission at www.redlands.edu/apply
→ Submit the Conservatory of Music application online at www.redlands.edu/music
→ Complete an audition
Graduate programs
→ Submit the Conservatory of Music application and associated parts
→ See website for individual program requirements
Scholarships and graduate assistantships available
→ www.redlands.edu/music
“That small Redlands campus really paved the way for my future; all of the things I studied there, I’m currently doing professionally. I had a very supportive group of people around me, and not just in the music department. The faculty was wonderful.”
—Angel Blue ’05 International Opera SingerWHY REDLANDS
Our studio teachers are among the finest musicians and teachers in Southern California. Our classes are small, providing space for handson and experiential education.
Redlands is committed to making your education valuable, personalized, and affordable. More than 90% of all traditional undergraduate students receive financial aid each year in the form of scholarships, grants, loans, and work study.
FACULTY SPOTLIGHT
Andre Myers is a professor of composition and music theory. Recent commissions and performances include works for the Albany Symphony Orchestra and Albany High School Chamber Choir, Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, Walla-Walla Chamber Music Festival, and Michigan Philharmonic Orchestra.
“At Redlands, we value students as artists and as human beings. We aim to help students form and maintain healthy relationships with their art and intellect. I teach and learn in collaboration with my students. My teaching style is conversational, focused on helping students establish and cultivate good habits for musical and scholarly growth—habits they can employ for the rest of their lives.”
—Andre Myers Assistant Professor←
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909-748-8014
music@redlands.edu
www.redlands.edu/music
University of Redlands
1200 E. Colton Avenue Redlands, CA 92373
AUDITIONS
For audition requirements and audition dates, please visit www.redlands.edu/music.
Centrally located between Los Angeles and Palm Springs and within an easy drive of Southern California beaches, mountains, and desert, the University of Redlands connects students to a world of opportunity and creative discovery.
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LAX Los Angeles International Airport
BUR Hollywood Burbank Airport
The “R”, believed to be one of the largest collegiate letters in the nation, can be seen in the surrounding local mountains from campus.
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
ENSEMBLES
University Orchestra
Wind Ensemble
Symphonic Band
Chapel Singers
University Choir
Opera Workshop
Studio Big Band
Jazz Improvisation Ensemble
Guitar Ensembles
Percussion Ensemble
Chamber Ensembles
MUSIC FACULTY
STRINGS
Violin – Samuel Fischer
Violin – Sakura Tsai
Viola – Kira Blumberg
Cello – Kyle Champion
Electric & Double Bass –Scott Worthington
Harp – Jillian Lopez
WINDS
Flute – Sara Andon
Clarinet – Kathryn Nevin
Oboe – Francisco Castillo
Bassoon – TBD
Saxophone – Eddie Smith
BRASS
Horn – Adam Wolf
Trumpet – David Scott
Trombone – Phil Keen
Tuba and Euphonium –Scott Sutherland
PERCUSSION
Percussion – Bill Schlitt
Percussion – Yuri Inoo
Drum Set – Joel Taylor
CONCERTS & RECITALS
Feast of Lights , a University of Redlands holiday tradition since 1947, features the choral and instrumental programs.
The Opera Workshop performs a major production with orchestra each spring. The Conservatory of Music has a close relationship with the Redlands Symphony Orchestra (RSO). Students may play in the RSO as an assistant, substitute, or section player.
Through the Concerto Competition, an exceptional performer may perform as a soloist with the RSO. Additional prizewinners will perform with the University Orchestra and Wind Ensemble. Music students can compete to perform in the President’s Honor Recital
VOICE
Melissa Tosh
Cindy Snyder
Patricia Gee
Donald Brinegar
KEYBOARD
Piano – Louanne Long
Organ – Philip Hoch
Piano – Angelica Prodan
Piano – Stephanie Lovell
Piano – Lara Urrutia
GUITAR
Classical Guitar – Stuart Green
Jazz Guitar – Jody Fisher
Pop Guitar – Samuel McLain
COMPOSITION
Anthony Suter
Andre Myers
MUSIC HISTORY & LITERATURE
Philip Hoch
MUSIC EDUCATION
Katherine Hickey
Eddie Smith
David Scott
ENSEMBLE DIRECTORS
Chapel Singers –Nicholle Andrews
University Choir –Nicholle Andrews
Opera – Cindy Snyder
Orchestra – Co Boi Nguyen
Wind Ensemble – Eddie Smith
Symphonic Band – David Scott
Studio Big Band – David Scott
Improvisation Ensembles –Jody Fisher
ADMINISTRATION & STAFF
Director – Joseph Modica
Asst. Director – Anthony Suter
Sr. Department Coordinator –Irma Oropeza
CSMA Coordinator –Stephanie Shepson
Music Admissions –Brad Andrews
Operations Manager –Haley Gaskin
Artistic and Academic Excellence Conservatory of Music
PROGRAMS OF STUDY
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Music
→ Composition
→ Music Education
→ Performance
Master of Music
→ Composition
→ Conducting
→ Pedagogy
→ Performance
→ Vocal Chamber Music
Artist Diploma
WWW.REDLANDS.EDU/MUSIC