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Music

Student Handbook

2013 - 14

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville

Music Student Handbook 2013-2014

Introduction

The Music Student Handbook is a reference guide comprised of procedures and requirements of the Major in Music at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville. The music faculty has as its first priority the development of your special talents and skills. The world of the professional musician is highly competitive, and your dedication to excellence will help ensure your success in that world. A collaborative effort between students and faculty produced this handbook for your guidance through our music program. We wish you a successful college music career.

Table of Contents

General Department Information……………………………………………………..…………………………. 2

Faculty………………………………………………………………………………………..…….……… 2

Accreditation…………………………………………………………………………………..…………… 3

Degrees Offered………………………………………………………………………………….………… 3

Strategic Plan for Culture…………………………………………………………………….…….……… 3

Building and Equipment Regulations……………………………………………………………..…..…… 3

MIDI Lab……………………………………………………………………………………..…….……… 4

Recording Studio……………………………………………………………………………..…….……… 5

Applied Lessons………………………………………………………………………………..…..……… 5

Student Recital Procedures……………………………………………………………………..…..……… 6

Music Calendar…………………………………………………………………………………..………… 8

Deadlines………………………………………………………………………………………..….……… 8

Annual Events…………………………………………………………………………………..….……… 8

Performing Organizations………………………………………………………………………..………… 9

Instrumental Area Guidelines………………………………………………………………………….…… 9

Choral Area Guidelines…………………………………………………………………………..…………10

Curriculum…………………………………………………………………………………………………………12

Course Curriculum for Degrees Offered……………….…………………………………………..………12

Suggested Course Schedules……………………………………………………………………………….………17

Choral Music Education Major………………………………………………………………………………17

Vocal Major (non-teaching)…………………………………………………………………………………18

Instrumental Music Education Major……………………………………………………………….………19

Instrumental Music Major (non-teaching)…………………………………………………………..………20

Music and Business Major…………………………………………………………………………..………21

Music Minor…………………………………………………………………………………………………22

Student Information………………………………………………………………………….……………..………22

Professional Attitude………………………………………………………………………………………...22

Communications Skills………………………………………………………………………………………23

Utilizing Your Time…………………………………………………………………………………………23

Music Teacher Education……………………………………………………………………………………24

Scholarships ………………………………………………………………………………………..………25

Student Organizations……………………………………………………………………………….………25

Piano Proficiency Exam…………………………………………………………………………….………26

Student Suggestions for a Successful College Music Career……………………………………….………26

Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………….……….26

Addendums

Senior Recital Concert Hall Request Form

Steps to a Teaching Career (from the School of Education)

Special Fields Requirements (from the School of Education)

Sample Forms

GENERAL DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

UW-Platteville Music Faculty

Alcalay, Eugene / Doudna 175C 342-1292 (alcalaye) / Piano, Piano Techniques, Accompanying, Pedagogy
Carlson, Carol / Doudna 175B 342-7341 (carlsonc) / Violin, Viola, Cello, Music Appreciation
Cooper, David / Doudna 180B 342-1021 (cooperd) / PVA Department Chair, Trumpet, Department Chair
Cordingley, Allen / Doudna 154 342-6112 (cordingleya) / Saxophone, Jazz Area Coordinator, Basketball Band
Davis, Trey / Doudna 151B 342-1392 (davisnic) / Concert Choir, University Singers, Music Education
Day, Susan / Doudna 153 342-1085 (daysu) / Voice, Music Theater, Vocal Pedagogy, Bodyworks, Opera Workshop
Demaree, Becky / Doudna 175D 342-1041 (demareer) / Voice
Demaree, Bob / Doudna 151C 342-1446 (demaree) / Director of Choral Activities, Choral Conducting, Chamber Choir, Singing Pioneers, Coro D’Angeli
Dickey, Thomas / Doudna 157 342-1143 (dickeyth) / Director of Ochestral Studies, University Orchestra, Music History, Organ
Earll, David / Doudna 175B 342-7341 (earlld) / Low Brass (tuba, euphonium, trombone) Music Appreciation, Pioneer Recording Studio
Ellis, Barry / Doudna 161 342-1017 (ellisb) / Director of Bands, Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Music Education, Conducting
Fairchild, Dan / Doudna 180A 342-1123 (fairchig) / Orchestration & Arranging, Music Education, Horn, Brass Techniques
Fairchild, Nancy / 342-1123 (fairchin) / Elementary Music Teaching Methods
Gregg, Matt / Doudna 162 342-1019 (greggm) / Marching Pioneers, Symphony Band, Music Theory/Aural Skills
Lienert, Keith / Doudna 175E 342-1018 (lienertk) / Pioneer Jazz Orchestra, Percussion, Steel Drum Ensemble
Mackey, Corey / Doudna 156 342-1012 (mackeyc) / Clarinet , Guitar, Music Appreciation
Marshall, Liz / Doudna 175A 342-1016 (marshallel) / Flute, Music Appreciation
Medisky, Laura / Doudna 175A 342-1143 (mediskyl) / Oboe, Music Appreciation, Chamber Music, Alexander Technique
Shepherd, Rob / Doudna 151A 342-1143 (shepherdr) / Piano Techniques, Accompanist
Wilson, Jacqueline / Doudna 155 342-6114 (wilsonjac) / Theory Coordinator, Bassoon, World Music Survey

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UW-Platteville Music Office Staff

Udelhofen, Amy
(udelhofena) / Doudna 180
342-1143 / Performing & Visual Arts Office Coordinator
Zazada, Amanda
(zazada) / Doudna 167 / Music Library, Office Help (student)

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville is accredited by

*The North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools

*National Association of Schools of Music

*The National Commission for the Accreditation of Teacher Education

*Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction

Degrees Offered

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in -

*Music Education - Instrumental Emphasis

*Music Education - Choral Emphasis

*Music Education - General Music Emphasis

*Music (non-teaching) - Instrumental Music Emphasis

*Music - (non-teaching) Vocal Music Emphasis

*Music - (non-teaching) Emphasis in Piano

*Music - Emphasis in Music and Business

Minors in-

*Instrumental and Vocal Music

*Music Theatre (offered through the theatre program)

University of Wisconsin Strategic Plan for Culture

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville strives to reflect and celebrate the unity and diversity of people. Through its cultural activities, the university seeks to foster imagination and creativity for the enjoyment and enlightenment of the university and regional communities.

Initiatives:

  1. Recognize and support the role of the arts and letters in preserving cultural elements of the past and understanding the present.
  2. Increase the number of international students, women, and students of color attending the university.
  3. Provide increased international educational experiences for students.
  4. Promote increased awareness of ethnic and cultural diversity through the curriculum, study abroad opportunities, and domestic and international exchange programs.
  5. Recognize and support the performing and visual arts, essential components of a university education.
  6. Encourage and support student involvement as artists and as members of the audience.
  7. Serve as the cultural center for the arts for Southwest Wisconsin.
  8. Promote the understanding and expression of various viewpoints, beliefs, and cultures.
  9. Serve as a resource for Southwest Wisconsin in promoting greater international awareness.

Building and Equipment Regulations

1. University music facilities and equipment are used solely for University related activities. Music facilities are not available to musical groups or organizations not organized by the music program. Equipment can not be used outside of the music facility without the permission of the music facility.

2. The use of any rehearsal or performance facility in the Center for the Arts must be scheduled through the Music Office located in Doudna 180. Phone: 342-1143.

3. The use of music rooms and equipment located in Doudna Hall or instruments in the Center for the Arts must be cleared with a member of the Music faculty.

4. Food or drink is not allowed in any music room, and smoking is prohibited in all university buildings.

5. A limited supply of lockers are available for instrument storage. Lockers must be checked out through the Department of Performing and Visual Arts office (Doudna 180) and combinations must be on record. A rental fee of $5 per lock per year applies. All lockers must be vacated (or checked out again for summer) at the end of each academic year. The university is not responsible for loss or damage to personal instruments and it is strongly suggested that you seek personal insurance coverage.

6. Certain musical instruments are available to UW-Platteville students who perform in music ensembles or take private lessons. Instruments may berented from the Department of Performing and Visual Arts Office with the permission of an instructor. A rental fee of $15 per year must be paid for maintenance of the instrument. Students using University instruments are responsible for loss or damage resulting from negligence.

7. Doudna Hall is open from 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Saturdays and from 9:00 AM until 11:00 PM on Sundays. The building is open on weekdays until 5:00 PM

when school is not in session. The Center for the Arts is open 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Friday when school is in session.

8. The classroom sound systems are used only during class time and will be locked when not in use. The recording studio is used only with the permission and under the direct supervision of the music faculty.

9. Do not place anything other than your music and a metronome on the pianos.

10. Remove all of your belongings from the practice rooms after each practice session with respect for others and for the security of your possessions.

11. Bulletin boards are located outside the Department of Performing and Visual Arts office (180 Doudna) and between the rehearsal rooms in the Center for the Arts. Check these boards daily for music information.

MIDI Lab

The MIDI Lab is solely for the use of students majoring or minoring in music, or taking music classes which utilize this technology. Personal software must not be installed on the computers, and the computers are only to be used for music applications. Please take care of this equipment as it is yours to use. If you see unauthorized use of this equipment, please report it to the Department Chair or the Campus Police.

The MIDI Lab contains the following software: Finale – a music notation and sequencing program, the most powerful program available in this field. Nightingale – a music notation program with scanning capability. You can scan music in the program and create a MIDI file where you can then manipulate the music notation. Practica Musica – a music theory program for the study of aural skills, scales, notation, intervals, and chords. Master Tracks Pro – a sequencing program which is easily mastered and provides a high quality rhythm section sound.

The MIDI Lab is open Monday through Friday from 7:00am until 11:00pm. Weekend passes may be obtained through the Department Chair Office. You must own your own jump drive! When working on the computers please save your work often to the jump drive, then copy all work to a back-up. This will save much time if there is a malfunction.

Applied Lessons

1. Applied lessons are required for all music majors and minors at no additional cost. Non-majors may receive instruction at the discretion of the instructor.

2. Each lesson meets one half hour per week plus a one hour per week masterclass-convocation. Instrumental Master Class meets at 2:00 PM on Monday, and Vocal Master Class meets at 2:00 PM on Wednesday.

3. Lesson times are arranged and each person must provide the instructor with a class schedule by the first Thursday of each semester.

4. If an instructor is not available at your scheduled lesson time, the lesson will be rescheduled. If a student has an unexcused absence from a lesson, the instructor will determine if that lesson will be rescheduled.

5. Instructor requirements vary, but most applied instructors expect each student to perform on at least one Master Class and Convocation every semester of study.

6. All applied students will perform a Jury Examination at the end of each semester of study. In most studios each instrumentalist will complete a separate techniques test. Students performing a recital may be excused from the Jury Examination at the discretion of the applied teacher.

7. All students must receive a final grade of a C or better to proceed to the next applied level.

8. Applied students must be enrolled concurrently in an ensembleon their instrument of study. Consult the Undergraduate Course Catalog for ensembles that meet this requirement.

9. Students are required to hire their own piano accompanist.

Voice Class, Vocal Master Class and Convocation

Voice Classes, Vocal Master Classes and Convocations take place at 2:00 on Wednesday in the Choir

Room or CFA Concert Hall. Voice Class is a forum for the study of Vocal Technique, Performance, and Interpretation taught by the student’s vocal instructor. Students will receive comments from the instructor and colleagues. At Master Class, students perform memorizedselections for the vocal/choral faculty and receive instructional comments from the faculty. At Convocation, students perform for other students and for the faculty. Attendance is required except for unavoidable class conflicts. Failure to attend will affect the student’s applied lesson grade.

Recital Attendance

Music students are required to attend all student, faculty, and guest artist recitals and performances within their discipline (i.e., voice area, brass area, woodwind area, keyboard and percussion). Additional requirements will be determined by the individual instructors.

Student Recital Procedures

This information is offered as a guide for the process of planning a degree recital in the Center for the Arts.

Student recital requirements must be completed before beginning student teaching or internships.

Degree Requirements

Bachelor of Arts2 half recitals or 1 full recital

Bachelor of Science2 half recitals or 1 full recital

Bachelor of Science in Music Education1 half recital

Bachelor of Music and Business1 half recital

Music MinorNo degree recital requirement

A half recital is defined as 30 minutes of music.

A full recital is defined as 45 minutes of music.

Timings do not include an intermission, entrance, exit or set-up time.

Scheduling a Recital
Student recitals are usually held in the Concert Hall of the CFA. Recitals may also be held in the First English Lutheran. Students are responsible for reserving and renting this space through the church office. After consulting with the applied instructor, the student must arrange for a recital date one semester in advance with the PVA Office Coordinator. After consulting about dates verbally, the student must reserve the Concert Hall by completing the “UW-Platteville Center for the Arts Facility Reservation Form.” ( See Addendum for Senior Recital Concert Hall Request Form) . The date is not officially reserved until the CFA Reservations Manager receives the completed form
Recital Instructional Packets may be picked up in the Performing and Visual Arts Office in 180 Doudna Hall after a recital date has been set.
Recital Publicity Posters
It is required that students work with the UW-Platteville Publications Office for the design of their recital poster. The Publications Office offers their design services at no charge to the student and requires a 4-5 week notice. They are located in the basement of Brigham Hall. Posters must be approved by the student’s applied instructor before duplication.
The Department offers the student the option of receiving any combination of 100 posters and programs. For example, the student may request 80 programs and 20 posters, or 75 programs and 25 posters. Poster print requests must be turned in to the Duplicating Center at least 2 weeks prior to the recital date. If this deadline is not met the student is responsible for the cost of his/her posters. Publicity must be posted no less than 10 days in advance of the recital date.
Recital Programs
The student will be provided with a program template to customize to their recital. There are two templates available, one for voice and one for instrumental recitals. The student shall provide all program content which includes: applied studio instructor, performers & instruments, composer name & dates, title & movements, text & translations (if applicable), brief biographical information about the composer and/or composition. The “thank you” section will be limited to the space provided. The intention of these programs is to serve as part of your professional portfolio and should be thought of as a scholarly document worthy of submission to a potential employer.
Programs must be proofed by the student’s applied instructor before duplication. Once the program has been proofed and is ready for duplication, an electronic copy should be sent to the PVA Office coordinator () for submission to duplicating. The UW-Platteville Copy Center requires 1 week for completion of program duplication. (If this deadline is not met, the student is responsible for the cost of his/her programs).
The student may opt for more copies by paying a fee. Completed copies of the program are returned to the Music Office and the student should deliver them to the CFA Box Office before the recital.
Recital Expenses
The student should expect to incur charges for the recital. The Department pays for programs and posters. The student is responsible for technical charges, piano and/or harpsichord tuning, and all accompanist fees. Below is an estimate of fees which the students should anticipate:
Piano Tuning charges 60.00
Accompanist fees 200.00
Approximate Total $260.00
Additional Recital Information
The recital will be recorded on a DAT (digital audio tape) provided by tech services for a small fee. Students may pick up the DAT after the recital. The recording studio will copy the DAT to CD’s for an additional fee.
Videotaping of recitals is allowed and is solely the responsibility of the student.
The set diagram and lighting plan must be approved in advance by both the applied instructor and the CFA Technical Staff. There is room for flexibility and creativity if the student wishes to explore this option.
Recital attire is semi-formal or formal.
The student is allowed a recital reception following the performance provided at his or her expense. All food and beverages served in the Center for the Arts must be provided and served by the UW-Platteville Dining Services (342.1341). The student may not arrange for an outside caterer or provide food or drink on the UW-Platteville campus.

The student is allowed a recital reception following the performance provided at his or her expense. All food and beverages served in the Center for the Arts must be provided and served by the UW-Platteville Dining Services (342.1341). The student may not arrange for an outside caterer or provide food or drink on the UWP campus.

Music Calendar

1. In April of each year the Performing and Visual Arts Calendar Committee establishes a calendar for the next academic year. At this time students may request a performance date with the approval of the music faculty.

2. When the calendar is approved, a copy will be posted. In addition, a copy will be provided to each student in the fall and spring semesters.

3. Changes and additions to the calendar must be approved by the music faculty and are subject to availability of the facility. All changes and additions must be reported to the Performing and Visual Arts Office.

4. Reservations for the Center for the Arts will be considered tentative until a reservation form has been completed. This form is available from the Center for the Arts office in the Ullsvik Center or online at the CFA website. Consult your advisor to insure your reservation is complete.