Music Education Faculty

The music education program is intended for the student who desires to pursue a career in teaching elementary, junior high or high school music. The preparatory emphasis includes the general core of music courses, the acquisition of performance skills in a major performing medium, and rehearsal, conducting, and musical interpretive skills necessary to work as a music leader in an educational context. These goals are achieved through private lessons, formal and informal recitals, large and small ensembles, basic and advanced conducting, instrumental and choral literature courses, and music education workshops in woodwinds, brass, percussion, and string instruments, and exposure to music drama. Ensemble student conductor positions, teaching assistantships, student observation and student teaching provide opportunities for "hands on" experience.