UNIVERSITY
OF DAYTON
Department of Music
Grading Options for Music Majors:
All courses taken to fulfill General Education and Basic Skills requirements must be taken Option 1 (letter grade). Students must complete all courses to meet degree requirements within their major field of study under Option 1, except those specifically approved by the Music Department for Option 2 (satisfactory or No Credit) as listed below or with the approval of the Advisor and the Department Chair.
Option 2
Music 200 – recital attendance;
Music 399/499 in secondary performance areas (not major performance
instrument/voice); music or non-music electives not required for the major
degree. In addition to those
courses which must be taken under Option 2, a student will be limited to 15
semester hours of Option 2 work within the hours required for graduation in the
degree program. NOTE: Studies have shown that Option 2 grades
on one=s academic record may be a negative factor in the
evaluation of application for transfer to some undergraduate schools, for
admission to most professional schools and many graduate schools, and for
employment in some fields.
Official Policy for Performance
Studies for Music Majors:
The following complies with recommendations of the
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS OF MUSIC. It furnishes guidelines for the
faculty and students, to establish uniform practices and permit the necessary
latitude for dealing with individual cases. Questions concerning any of these items should be discussed
first with the instructor, then with the Coordinator of Performance Studies,
who will, in turn, present problems to the music faculty for discussion.
“Skill in at least one major area of performance must be progressively developed to the highest level appropriate to the particular music concentration. Essential competencies and experiences
are:
a) performance
of a cross‑section of the music from all styles represented in the
complete repertory of the particular performance medium.
b) the
development of technical skills adequate to meet the needs of artistic self‑expression.
c) the
ability to read at sight.
d) participation
in solo and ensemble performance.”
In addition…“students should have experiences in secondary performance areas. In all cases,
functional piano is appropriate and should be encouraged.”
PERFORMANCE STUDIES PRACTICE STATEMENT
Statement of Principles
1. We, expect each student to
achieve the highest possible standards of musical performance through consistent
practice and study of their instrument.
2. We realize that all students are not equally endowed
with the same musical abilities. Therefore some students have to practice
more than others in order to achieve the established standards.
3. We expect each student to be motivated to practice
as much as he/she feels is possible to achieve the musical standards established
with the performance faculty.
4. We recognize that the amount and difficulty of
literature that each student is assigned to practice may vary from week to
week. Thus a student may need to practice more during some weeks than during
others.
5. We believe that it is important that every student
practice a certain amount daily to meet the minimum requirements to pass their
performance class.
6. We understand that there will be days when a student
maybe unable to practice and anticipate that the student will make up for
the missed practice time on another day.
7. We expect continued, progress in technique, tone
quality, intonation, musicianship, style interpretation, diction (singers)
/ articulation, and repertoire.
With these statements as guidelines, the following MINIMUM practice times are required per day for each performance lesson.
Practice Guidlines
(required to meet the minimum standards for each performance class)
1 hour credit –
minimum of 30 minutes of practice a day.
2 hour credit - minimum of 1 hour of practice a day.
4 hour credit - minimum of 2 hours of practice a day.
I.
Performance
Studies are offered in all areas of
voice, keyboard, and instrumental
performance.
Private lessons are offered as follows:
Music 399 - 1 credit - one half hour lesson per week (on secondary instrument/voice only)
Music 399 - 1 credit - one half hour lesson per week
Music 399 ‑ 2 credits ‑ one 45 minute lesson per week; performance required. (See IV.)
Music 499 ‑ 4 credits ‑ one hour (or two half hour) lessons per week; performance required.
(See IV.)
Lesson times are arranged with the individual performance instructor. Music Majors are to register for 2 or 4 credits on their major instrument.
II.
Grading (also see IV for performing requirement)
1. The following scale will apply:
A ‑ truly exceptional; beyond normal expectation
B ‑ very good work; definitely above average
C ‑ average progress and achievement
D ‑ below average work; poor preparation
F ‑ no credit; less than minimal requirements
2. Grading will not be based on effort alone; it will also reflect actual accomplishment.
3. Weekly progress will be measured on the basis of goals set by the instructor and student at the beginning of the term. The instructor may or may not give a weekly grade or periodic progress grade, but will keep the student informed of progress at the student's request.
4. Music majors who are enrolled in MUS 399 and MUS 499 (applied studies) for two or more credits are required to attend Wednesday masterclasses at 1:00 pm. This must be done for each semester enrolled in applied studies.
5. The final term grade will be a reflection of weekly progress and individual accomplishment.
6. A student who is below the normal performance level for his/her class standing (such as a beginner or a student in a secondary performance subject) will not necessarily be given a lower grade for that reason only. The teacher will reconcile the whole situation with the actual progress and accomplishment for a final grade.
7. A performance major will be expected to perform at a higher level of difficulty and musicality than students in other music degree programs. Students performing in secondary performance areas will not be expected to be at comparable levels of primary performance areas. All music major degree programs encourage and expect the highest possible levels of performance.
III. Repertoire ("Literature")
1. Each performance subject will have a representative repertoire list available as a guideline for establishing the norm expected of music majors in the principal performance subject. The student may perform literature which is the equivalent of that found on the appropriate repertoire lists. Determination of equivalency is at the discretion of the instructor. In order to receive a grade of “B” or better, the student's performance of this literature should fulfill technical, musical and stylistic requirements.
2. The term requirements are not complete until the
student, with his/her instructor, fills out a
Repertoire Record (see attached) showing exactly what material was studied, completed, and performed for that term. The student will submit these records at the time of his/her jury performance to become part of the student's permanent file in the music office (Section VI).
IV. Requirements
for Performing
Every student registered for Music 399 (2 credits) or Music 499 will perform not less than once each term, in one or more of the following ways, as advised by the instructor. (VI, below, specifies further requirements for music majors in certain categories.)
1. Junior or Senior Recital (required for some degrees, encouraged for others.)
2. Friday
Student Recital (scheduled by Department of Music.)
3. Studio
Recital (scheduled by one or more instructors.)
4.
Solo appearance on a
public concert by the University Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, or Chorale.
5.
If none of the above
alternatives seems appropriate, the student, at the advice of the studio
teacher, may fulfill this requirement by performing on the Jury at the end of
the semester. (Refer to section
VI.)
V.
Recitals
and Recital Attendance
1.
Junior and Senior
Recitals scheduled and supervised by the instructor. A
half‑recital should occupy 25‑30 minutes
of music from at least two style periods. A full recital should occupy 50‑60
minutes of music from at least three diverse style periods. A student must be
enrolled in Music 399/499 through the term in which Junior/Senior Recital
requirements are fulfilled. The
candidate for a Junior or Senior recital must perform the entire program for
the instructor and two other faculty members at least three weeks prior to
the recital date. If this preliminary hearing is deemed unsatisfactory, the
recital will be postponed until approval is
granted. It is the responsibility of the student to
schedule the date, time, and location of this hearing as well as arrange for
appropriate faculty to be in attendance. (Refer to Junior/Senior Recital
Worksheet)
Printed programs, announcements, publicity, related items, and procedure, will follow the established format and practice of the Music Department. When more than one student and instructor is involved, compatible and equal arrangements will be made. (Refer to section VII for Guidelines).
2.
Student Recitals
and Studio Recitals are scheduled to give students the
maximum
opportunity for the most appropriate experience. Since Student
Recitals
are open to the public, participants are expected to display secure
musicianship with adequate preparation for a finished
performance. Instructors furnish program material to the faculty Recital Chair
in advance, as directed.
3.
Each student registered
for MUS 399/499 shall participate in performance
workshops scheduled each Wednesday at 1:00. These
workshops provide
additional opportunities for performance experience for
less advanced students, or for preliminary experience such as un-memorized
music or excerpts. Attendance and participation will be factored into the
student’s grade.
4.
All music majors must
register for Music 200 Recital Attendance and MUS 202 Professional Development
Workshops. Students in all music degree programs must earn a grade of
“satisfactory” in MUS 200 and MUS 202 for eight semesters (MUE
students must register for seven). If
5.
a student does not
satisfactorily complete such requirements, graduation may be denied. Satisfactory completion of requirements
involves mandatory attendance and participation in each Monday workshop and
Friday recital. Students are allowed only one unexcused absence per
semester.
6.
Requests for Sears
Recital Hall
a. All students performing a recital in Sears (except
Friday Recitals) are to give a Pre – Recital Performance Board.
b. Students must have the instructor's approval in
order to schedule the student recital in Sears. Generally only required recitals may be scheduled in Sears.
VI. Jury
Exam
1.
All students registered
for MUS 399 (2 credits) or 499 are required to perform a Jury exam in their principal
performance area once each semester, as scheduled by the faculty. The only
exceptions to this are when a student presents a half or full recital in that
term, or when a student has fulfilled all the performance and recital
requirements for his/her music degree program and is no longer enrolled in MUS
399/499 in the principal performing area.
2.
The Jury Exam is
designed to evaluate music majors for acceptance and continuation in their
degree programs and to give comments on progress and suggestions for
improvement.
3.
The Jury Exam will
consist of three faculty members, which may include the instructor.
4.
The results will be made
available to the student and the instructor in writing, and will be placed in
the student's Music Office file. This
official business will be executed by the Department Office.
The Music faculty will schedule Jury Exams, dates, and locations each term for all Music 399 and Music 499 students directed to appear by the instructor. Students are responsible for signing up for a time for the Jury Exams.
5.
The fall semester Jury
Exam will be relatively brief, and may consist of technical studies, etudes, or
prepared literature, upon the advice of the performance instructor. It is
understood that the fall semester Jury Exam may represent a type of
“progress report” of the student's activities. The spring semester
Jury Exam will include a more extensive performance, consisting of one or more major
works. Memorization is optional, according to the conventions of the respective
faculty member. The spring Jury Exam will also include discussion and
counseling with the student regarding suitability for one's intended career,
overall academic record, recital attendance, ensemble participation, or any other pertinent topics.
6.
Music major students
will be encouraged, but not required to play a Jury Exam on a secondary
instrument/voice.
7.
Non‑music students
enrolled in performance classes (MUS 399 - 1 credit) will be encouraged, but
not required to perform a Jury Exam. The performance instructor may rather
organize a studio recital, which at least one other faculty member should
attend.
8.
Faculty members may
incorporate the results of a Jury Exam in determining the student's final
performance grade for that semester.
The student can expect that here will be a reasonably close correlation
between the Jury result and his/her final performance grade.
9.
Music majors must
receive an "average" rating or better on their performance jury at
the end of the sophomore year in order to continue as a music major. If
a student receives a majority of "unacceptable" ratings for any two
semesters, the student will be required to withdraw from the music major degree
program.
VII. Guidelines
for Recitals
1.
A pre‑recital
board to approve the recital should be scheduled at least three weeks before
the recital date. There should be three faculty members present. The student is
responsible for scheduling this board and providing faculty with a legibly
written program. (See Recital Board Evaluation form and Junior/Senior Recital
Worksheet.)
2.
See the Coordinator for
Sears Recital Hall Reservations (phone 93936) to
schedule rehearsal times or look on the web at
www.udayton.edu/~sears. See Mr. Eric
Suttman (94081) for any special recording arrangements. Contact the Campus Ministry Office
(phone 93339) for the same arrangements if the recital is in the Chapel.
3.
Turn in the program, legibly
written and complete, to the Music Office three weeks prior to
the recital to insure timely preparation of the program. See instructor, sample programs (in
MALL), and Music Office for information regarding format.
4. The stage manager normally arrives about an hour before the concert starts.
However, special stage settings should be discussed
prior to the day of the recital.
5. Proper stage decorum should be observed throughout the recital.
6.
The ushers will be
instructed to stop people from entering during a piece or movement. Ushers
should arrive at least 20 minutes before each student recital, and 30 minutes
before each large ensemble or faculty recital (those events which are likely to
draw larger audiences). Ushers' attire should be appropriate to the event.
7.
Photos, including flash,
are not permitted during the recital.
Videotaping is
permitted
provided that the video camera is on a tripod throughout the
performance and that there is no movement or noise
associated with taping during the performance.
8. Do not place anything on the piano lid.
9. Any stage decorations, such as flowers, are at the discretion of the performer(s).
10.
Recitals in Boll Theater
can be taped, by either providing a tape for the Boll Theater staff or
arranging for an outside recording engineer.
11.
The student is
responsible for returning stands and any other departmental
equipment
used in the recital.
12. Do not put flowers, water glasses, or anything else on the grand piano.
FORMS – Download these forms and
print out as needed.
A8
Instrumental Jury Evaluation Form
A11
Junior / Senior Recital Worksheet
A12
Student Recital Board Evaluation Form
A12.5 Semester Advising Checklist
In keeping with departmental standards of professional conduct and practice, all student performers are expected to adhere to the following dress code for Friday at One recital performances. Failure to do so may result in the student being denied the opportunity to perform.
General
Guidelines
1. Attire shall be neat and clean.
2. Attire shall be consistent with established standards and/or traditions for specific genres and/or repertoire.
3. Attire shall complement and enhance rather than distract from the musical performance and student performer.
4. The student performer shall discuss attire with the applied instructor prior to the performance.
5. Questions and/or concerns about attire shall be directed to the applied instructor or members of the Recital Committee.
Shoes – “clunky” or noisy, tennis shoes, flip-flops
Skirts – exceptionally short, high slits
Pants – shorts, jeans
Shirts – see-through, overly binding, low-cut, T-shirts with slogans
or advertising, casual sports shirts
Accessories – excessive or flashy jewelry, hats
POLICY
FOR ENSEMBLE PARTICIPATION FOR MUSIC MAJORS
The U.D. Department of Music affirms the educational
and musical values of ensemble participation for all music majors. Participation in ensembles during a
student's course of study is required.
Ensembles are categorized as follows:
490
level: 491
University Orchestra
492
Symphonic Wind Ensemble
493
University Chorale
These are considered to be core ensembles and
participation is required of all music majors.
390
level: All
other ensembles
(see
catalogue for a complete list of these ensembles).
General
Requirements
I. Credit:
To receive credit for ensemble participation each
student must be present at all rehearsals and performances of the ensemble
unless a valid excuse is presented to the ensemble’s director. Excuses for illness, family
emergencies, attending student conventions or similar conflicts will be
granted. If an absence is not
considered valid by the director, the student may register an appeal with the
Faculty Recital Committee of the Department of Music.
Under normal circumstances, no student should
accumulate more than three excused absences in any one semester. Students with more than three excused
absences may receive credit for ensemble participation only if the Faculty
Recital Committee in consultation with the conductor approves their request for
special consideration.
Failure to receive required ensemble credits will be
sufficient reason to prevent a student from graduating, as would a deficiency
in any other degree requirement.
II. Specific
Degree Program Requirements:
The Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education
requires the following as minimum ensemble
requirements for MUE majors:
§
Participation in a 490
level ensemble (Orchestra, Chorale, Wind Ensemble) during five semesters and
participation in a 390 level ensemble (EHS, CVT, DJE, UCB, Opera Workshop, POD)
for two semesters.
§
All choral/classroom
emphasis majors must participate in at least one instrumental ensemble.
§
All instrumental
emphasis majors must participate in at least one choral ensemble.
(Adopted 5/7/97)
The Bachelor of Music degree in Music Therapy
requires a minimum of six hours of
ensemble participation. It is
recommended that students whose ensemble is normally choral earn at least one
ensemble credit in an instrumental ensemble and that students whose ensemble is
normally an instrumental group earn at least one ensemble credit in
choral. A maximum of eight
credit hours will apply toward the fulfillment of degree requirements. At least four semesters of participation
in a 490 level ensemble is required.
The Bachelor of Music degree in Composition
requires eight semester hours of ensemble participation. Four of these credits must be at the
490 level. Additional ensemble
credits may be applied towards music elective credit.
The Bachelor of Music degree in Performance
requires eight semester hours at the 490 level. In addition, performance majors should participate in small
ensembles which may be applied toward music elective credit.
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Music requires
four semester hours of participation at the 490 level.
III. Additional
Requirements
A. Proper
concert attire, unless otherwise stated by the ensemble director, will be black
tie and tux for men, and long black dress for women, with appropriate black footwear.
B.
Ensemble
members are expected to be ready to perform at the stated hour of rehearsal. Excessive tardiness will result in loss of credit.
C. Participation in an ensemble is a commitment on the part of the student to
attend all rehearsals and performances of that ensemble. Adequate advance preparation is expected.
D.
Students
should behave in an attentive responsible manner during ensemble
rehearsals.
UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON
SECOND YEAR REVIEW – ALL DEGREE
PROGRAMS
The purpose of the Second
Year Review is to assess students’ progress at the mid-point of their
degree program, and recommend continuance, discontinuance, or probational continuance
in the degree program. Each
student will meet with a three- or four-member faculty committee during the
winter term of the sophomore (second) year. Faculty committees will be established by the degree program
coordinator and will include the student’s advisor. Within one week
following the Review, students will receive a memo summarizing the Review and
advising the student concerning their two remaining years of study. The
following outlines the components and criteria for the Second Year Review for
all music majors. Students
must also complete specific degree program components as listed.
I.
Communication Skills
A. Introduction. Prepare a 1-2 minute self-introduction
(as if speaking to a professional organization or parent’s group).
Include professional and applicable personal background and information.
Criteria
for evaluation:
1. content: clarity and organization
2. delivery: posture, affect, eye contact, projection
3. mechanics: grammar, vocabulary
B. Essay.
Prepare a two-page essay (see specifications below), to be turned in to your
advisor one week prior to your review appointment, addressing the
following areas:
§
performance studies
§
functional music skills
(keyboard, aural skills, guitar)
§
academic study of music
(theory, history/literature)
§
aptitude for your chosen
profession
§
professional goals over
the next two years
§
professional goals after
graduation
Criteria for evaluation:
1. content:
clarity and organization
2. mechanics: proper grammar,
vocabulary, spelling, and
punctuation
3. 2
pages, double-spaced, Times - 12 pt. font, 1 inch margins
C. Interview. Be prepared to respond to questions regarding your progress.
Criteria
for evaluation:
1. content: clarity and organization
2. delivery: posture, affect, eye contact, projection
3. mechanics: grammar, vocabulary
II.
Musicianship
A. Perform a 2-5 minute selection on your major
instrument.
Criteria for evaluation:
Musicality (including tone, technique, accuracy,
musicianship)
B.
A simple melodic phrase will be played for you on the piano. On your major instrument, you will echo
(play or sing) the phrase.
Criteria for evaluation:
1. Pitch accuracy
2. Rhythmic accuracy
3. Fluency of execution
III.
Other components:
A.
Students must turn in to their advisor one week prior to their sophomore
review:
·
Performance portfolio
(to include all programs student has participated in while at UD)
·
Concert Attendance
Portfolio (writing assignments)
·
Web page (update)
– submit print out (hard copy)
Criteria
for evaluation:
1.
Comprehensive
2.
Neatness
3.
Content: clarity, organization
4.
Mechanics: grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation
B.
Two weeks prior to the Second Year Review, the Department Chair will distribute
evaluation forms to theory, aural skills, and performance faculty. One week prior to Second Year Reviews,
faculty must turn in completed evaluation forms to the Chair. The Chair will distribute these forms
to the appropriate Degree Program Coordinator prior to the Sophomore Review.
SECOND YEAR REVIEW
MUSIC COMPOSITION
In addition to the
requirements for ALL degree programs, music composition majors will also need
to demonstrate the following functional and written skills:
I. Sight
read an excerpt in your primary
performing medium (or secondary if you are a pianist).
Criteria for evaluation
a. accuracy of pitch and rhythm
b. fluency of
execution
II.
Sight read an excerpt on piano
Criteria
for evaluation
a.
accuracy of pitch and rhythm
b.
fluency of execution
III.
Portfolio (included with
performance and concert attendance information and web page printout)
A. Prepare a composition portfolio of all work completed
(or in progress) in the last two academic years.
B. Prepare an audio portfolio of all compositions
performed or read in the last two academic years.
C. Write an artistic statement (150-200 words,
double-spaced, 1 nch margins, Times 12 point font) defining your vision of WHY
you choose to compose and HOW you go about the process.
Criteria
for evaluation
a. content: clarity and organization
b. mechanics (audio): clarity and organization
c. mechanics (written): grammar, punctuation and style
In addition to the
requirements for ALL degree programs, music education majors will also need to
demonstrate the following functional and written skills:
I. Sing from memory one verse of one the following Patriotic selections:
§
America (My Country
‘tis of Thee)
§
America, the Beautiful
§
Star Spangled Banner
§
This is My Country
§
This Land is Your Land
§
You’re a Grand Old
Flag
Criteria for evaluation:
a. Accuracy of pitch and rhythm
b. Appropriateness of style, tempo, and expression
c. Projection, diction
d. Posture, eye contact
II.
Perform from memory on keyboard or
guitar an accompaniment to one of the following selections:
§
Jingle Bells
§
Ode to Joy
§
Twinkle, Twinkle Little
Star
Criteria for evaluation:
a. Accuracy of pitch, harmonies, rhythm
b. Appropriateness of style, tempo
Students must present an
updated portfolio (begun in EDT 110) complete with teaching experiences and
written reflections on those experiences.
This must be turned in to your advisor one week prior to your
review appointment.
Criteria
for evaluation:
a.
Comprehensive
b.
Neatness
c.
Content: clarity, organization
d.
Mechanics: grammar, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation
SECOND YEAR REVIEW
MUSIC PERFORMANCE
In addition to the
requirements for ALL degree programs, music education majors will also need to
demonstrate the following functional and written skills:
I.
Choose one major work from the repertoire of your major area of performance and
be prepared to discuss and perform portions of it.
II.
Be prepared to discuss your own successful techniques for practicing.
III.
Be prepared to discuss various aspects of public performance, including stage
presence, strategies for dealing with stage fright, appearance, program
selection and developing performance opportunities.
IV.
Be prepared to answer questions about your major area of performance in
relationship to your future plans: What do you intend to do with this degree?
What are potential areas of either employment or future study?
SECOND YEAR REVIEW
MUSIC THERAPY
In addition to the requirements
for ALL degree programs, music therapy majors will also need to prepare for
the following:
I.
a.
b.
c.
accompaniment instrument was not used for b.
above).
Criteria for evaluation:
a. Suitability of selections
b.
c. Voice: projection, diction
d.
e. Guitar: intonation
f.
g. Musical sensitivity (phrasing, dynamics, etc.)
h.
II.
Criteria for evaluation:
a. Voice: accuracy of sung pitch and rhythm
b. Voice: projection, diction
c. Voice: vocal quality
d. Guitar: intonation
e. Accompaniment: accuracy of chords and rhythm
f.
g. Physical presence and eye contact
SECOND YEAR REVIEW
Timeline and Responsibilities
2nd week of February:
3rd week of February:
4th week of February:
1st week of March:
*
Faculty should block these times, however, needed time slots will vary with
degree program. Additional time slots will be arranged as needed.
FORMS –
Download these forms and print out as needed.
A23 Faculty Checklist For Sophomore Review
A24 Theory, Performance and Aural Skills
Faculty Checklist
TIMETABLE FOR SEARS RECITAL HALL REQUESTS
“The Recital Hall should focus on the Arts and
Humanities with events that clearly underline and their mission and special
place within the University. Events presented in this Hall would be those that
support this mission and require the equipment that only the Recital Hall could
provide. Such events would include: music student and faculty solo recitals,
University chamber ensembles performances, guest artist recitals, sponsored by
the Art Series or by the Music Department, guest lectures, sponsored by
Humanities departments and scheduled outside the regular class time,
Distinguished Speaker Series events, Arts and Humanities colloquiums, panel
discussions, clinics scheduled outside class time, small theatrical
performances or poetry readings that require limited props and no scenery
(requiring only one technical rehearsal), meetings of the Humanities Faculty
and the College of Arts and Sciences (not individual departments), the Music
Department’s Friday One o’clock Recital Hours, student recital
screening, rehearsals for upcoming Recital Hall performances, music auditions
for scholarship and admissions, guest artist master classes and workshops,
special video showings related to classes, sponsored by Humanities departments,
recordings for audition tapes for students and faculty.”
October 16, 1992 HALL
RESERVATION EVENT ACCEPTANCE SCHEDULE
Before Feb 1: Music
Department Ensemble Concerts, Audition Dates, Friday One o’clock Recital
Hours
Beginning Feb 15: Music
Faculty Recitals and Humanities Departments Special Week Day and Annual Events
February 15: Music
Department Senior Recitals
March 1:
Music Department Junior Recitals
March 15: Humanities
Department Weekend Events and College Weekday Events
May 1: Community
Events, sponsored by the Humanities Department
June 1: Dates
“on hold” for the first semester will be released to other
requestors; any conflicts will be determined by policy priorities
October 1: Dates
“on hold” for the second semester will be released to other
requestors, any conflicts will be determined by policy practices.
April 1: Dates
“on hold” for the third semester will be released to other
requestors, any conflicts will be determined by policy practices.
REQUESTS FROM OUTSIDE THE COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Available dates in the Recital Hall will be released
for use by the University academic community two months in advance
beginning July 1. Therefore, single events (with no rehearsal) sponsored by
academic units outside the College may be scheduled in Sears Recital Hall
beginning two months prior to the event, pending the Hall’s availability.
For example, a request for a non-College event on October 1 could be scheduled
as early as August 1 if the Hall is available for that date. Events that may
not support mission and policy guidelines of the Hall will be reviewed on a
case to case basis. An hourly charge ($6.00) will be assessed units outside the
College to cover the pay for student workers assigned to evening and weekend
events.
PROCEDURES
1. Fill
out request form on the website: www.udayton.edu/~sears If there are any questions call
93936.
2. Dates
will be assigned based on the Event Acceptance Schedule and Priorities given
above. You will be sent a photocopy of the completed request form.
RECORDING COSTS AND POLICIES: $20.00 per event for VCR
videotaping; $10.00 per event for analog audio cassette taping; $12.00 per
event for DAT audio cassette taping. Please indicate if the bill for taping is
to be sent to you personally or to your department/ program. The Department
also offers a more professional recording option. If you are interested in
securing an edited version on CD, please contact Damon Sink for the cost
structure.
Last revised: May 8, 1998
University of Dayton
Department of Music
Guidelines for Honors Recital
2. The student performers for the Honors Recital will be chosen by an auditioning committee made up of 3 members of the Recital Committee (or representatives selected by the Recital Committee). No member of the auditioning committee may have a student performer from his or her studio compete. The students must audition with the composition that would be performed on the Honors Recital, and that composition must be less than 7 minutes in duration. The decision of the auditioning committee will be final.
3. The semi-finalists for this audition will be selected by the entire music faculty in separate polling following each Friday-at-One Recital for the entire school year. Each faculty member will submit a signed program from each attended recital with students' names circled. Any number of students may be selected, but care should be taken to choose only those students who truly have the potential of being performers on the Honor's Recital. This ballot is due to the Recital Committee chair by 3:00 pm on the same day of the Friday-at-One. The 12 students with the highest percentage of votes will compete in the Honors Recital Audition as semi-finalists. If any of the top 12 elect to not compete, semi-finalists will be taken from lower on the list. In case of a tie, more than 12 semi-finalists may be selected. The chair of the Recital Committee will archive all faculty ballots until after the Honors Recital, and will be responsible for the percentage calculations.
4. The Honors Recital semi-finalists will be announced before Spring Break. The Honors Recital Audition will be held no later than the first week of April (accompanists are optional), and the finalists will be announced the next day.
passed 27 October 2004
Guidelines for Selection of Graduation
Singers
(approved January 1996)
Performing the Alma Mater and
National Anthem at University Graduations is an honor. To protect the integrity of this honor,
the vocal faculty sets forth the following procedure for selecting singers.
Qualifications: Seniors who are music majors or who are currently
studying privately with one of the Department faculty, with the recommendation
of their applied
instructor, may audition for the December and May
graduation.
Assuming more than one qualified auditionee, two
singers will be selected with each being assigned one song to sing at
Graduation.
In the event there is not a graduating senior meeting
the criteria, faculty will perform.
Timeline: Auditions
will be held at least two weeks prior to the last day of classes. The exact
date will be determined each semester.
The Audition: Interested
singers should come prepared to sing both the National Anthem and the Alma
Mater. The committee will decide
whether to hear both songs in their entirety or portions of each.
The Committee: The
committee shall consist of a minimum of three faculty, two which will be
full-time. We will try to have as
many voice personnel as possible at the auditions.
UD Department of Music
Accompanying Guidelines
The ability to collaborate with other musicians is
important for you, as a music professional in training, to develop. To assist
you in this important task, we offer you these guidelines as suggestions to
help you through the nuts and bolts of working with other students.
Suggestions for singers/instrumentalists:
§
Expect to pay for a pianist's
time. The Music Department suggests an hourly accompanying wage of $8‑12
for student accompanists. The exact wage is to be paid and negotiated by the
students themselves, taking into account experience and difficulty. Professional
pianists will continue to negotiate their own fees.
§
Do not expect a pianist
to play difficult music without sufficient time to practice. Give your pianist
the music in plenty of time.
§
Do not stand up another
musician for a lesson or rehearsal.
§
Learn your part
thoroughly in advance. Do not waste your pianist's time by being unprepared.
§
For Junior or Senior
recitals, ask your pianist well in advance, choose your program early, and hand
over the music promptly. Be aware that in sonatas written after 1800, the piano
part is likely more difficult than yours.
Suggestions for student pianists:
§
Do not accept
accompaniments you are uncertain you can learn. Check with your applied teacher
before agreeing to perform material that may be too difficult.
§
Once you have agreed to
perform, practice the music you have been given. Backing out at the last minute
is unprofessional.
§
Bring technical
questions and problems to your studio teacher for help. Do not wait until the
last minute.
§
Take on only as much
work as you can handle. If in doubt, consult with your teacher.
§
Do not stand up another
musician for a lesson or rehearsal.
Piano Ensemble will serve as a clearing house for
piano scholarship winners to be matched with instrumental and vocal ensembles to accompany. Pianists
enroll both in the ensemble they accompany as well as in Piano Ensemble. Piano
Ensemble will no longer give credit for accompanying individual students.
No one can take advantage of you unless you let them.
Set your prices and expectations before you agree to the work. Payment for
rehearsals and lessons should be given at the time of service. Payment for
recitals should be given before the start of the recital.
Remember:
Student performers need to understand that
returning for solo bows while leaving the collaborating pianist backstage looks
egocentric and signals a poor understanding of the collaborative nature of
music.
Regarding Additional Payment:
The department pays pianists for accompanying required
Junior and Senior recitals at the rate of $50 for half recitals and $100 for full recitals. This includes the recital and one dress rehearsal.
All fees beyond this are paid by the soloist. In the case of recitals not required for your degree, all
fees are paid by the soloist. No fees are paid for Sophomore Recitals.
A30 Accompanying Payment Request
Attendence Policy
The policy for student attendance within the Department of Music aligns with that of the University of Dayton as articulated in the most recent Bulletin. However, because current University policy does not specifically address events that occur outside of designated course meeting times and particularly those that necessitate student absence from other courses, the following guidelines have been developed to assist music department faculty:
Grade Appeal Policy
It is the policy of the music department that grade appeals initiated by a student shall be handled in a fair, objective, and expedient manner, according to the sequential procedure outlined below. Adapted from UD policy (UD Student Handbook, 2000 – 2001):
The Educational Policies
Committee shall proceed with grade appeals in the following manner:
Download these
documents to use as needed
B1 Bachelor of Arts Degree
with a Major in Music (MUS)
B2 Bachelor of Music with
a Degree in Composition (MUC)
B3 Bachelor of Music with
a Degree in Performance (MUP)
B4 Bachelor of Music with
a Degree in Music Therapy (MUT)
B5 Bachelor of Music with
a Degree in Music Education (MUE)
B10 Certificate In Church Music
Music Minor
An Academic Minor in Music
The Department of Music at
the University of Dayton offers an academic minor in music. The minor is
intended as an area of study for the student with background, talent, and interest
in music. Students will be
accepted into the program with completion of an interview with the department
chair and contingent upon classes having space available.
The program requires
completion of 22 credit hours in music (including 12 credit hours at or above
the 300 level).
The Curriculum
Music
Theory and Aural Skills 8
credits
MUS 111- 112 Theory of Music I
MUS 113-114 Aural Skills I
Music History and Literature 6
credits
MUS 301 Music History and Literature I
MUS 302 Music History and Literature II (GEN.ED)
Music Electives* 8
credits
Lower or upper division courses (2)
Upper division courses (6)
* Music electives may include performance studies, MUS 399 or MUS 499. Only two (2) credits of the ensemble participation (MUS 390, 491, 492, 493) will count toward the minor in music; music minors are, however, urged to participate in ensembles as much as possible.
December 1997
UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON
FACULTY / COURSE EVALUATION INFORMATION
Dear Student:
Attached please find a series of questions devised to
help the department evaluate and improve the content and teaching of its
courses/lessons/ensembles. We ask you to help us in this by marking the
scantron card according to your objective evaluation. This cannot affect your
past, present, or future grades in any way. You cannot be identified. The
results of this evaluation will be made known to the instructor thirty days
after grade distribution.
Thank you for your interest in helping us improve the
Music Department at U.D.
Please do not write on the second page of this
evaluation form.
THESE EVALUATION FORMS SHOULD BE DISTRIBUTED,
COLLECTED, AND DEPOSITED IN THE MUSIC OFFICE BY STUDENTS ONLY.
Department of Music
Room 101 Music and Theatre Building
B14 Student
Opinion of Courses and Teaching
B15 Comments
section of assessment instrument
POLICY ON AP CREDIT IN MUSIC THEORY
The Department of Music will award AP credit in music
theory according to the following plan:
Score Credit
Awarded by UD
5 MUS
111-112 (we will invite the student to sit in that class during a 6-8 week unit
on Species Counterpoint, not typically included in HS classes, and therefore
not included in the exam)
4 MUS
111 (we will require the student to attend MUS 111 during the unit on Species
Counterpoint)
3 no credit: registration for MUS 111 required
(Policy prepared and approved March 28, 1996)
Brother Todd Ridder, S.M.
MUSICAL ARTS LEARNING LAB RULES
The Musical Arts Learning Lab
is available for studying during posted hours. Rules that apply to any library are in effect: no talking,
smoking, eating, or drinking. Book
bags are to be left at the entrance.
The telephone is only used
for emergencies; check with staff if a need arises.
Hours will be posted at the
beginning of each term.
Additional Music books,
periodicals, scores and other printed resources are located in Roesch Library
(6th floor and in 1st floor reference)
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS AND BAND GRANTS
Department of Music
scholarships are awarded primarily on the basis of talent and potential for
success in the student's chosen career, with the student's financial need as
a secondary consideration. The deadline
for music scholarship and grant applications normally is March 1.
Application forms should be
downloaded from this website and turned in by the deadline. The following scholarships are available through the Music Department.
DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC TALENT AWARDS. Talent
Awards are awarded to entering first-year students, and are renewable for three
additional years. Application may
be made at the time of the audition
for music admission. Awarded for exceptional talent and potential in their chosen
field of music.
Deadline: around
March 1 each year.
CATHLEEN M. McAULEY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
IN MARCHING BAND. $1000 per year, normally awarded
to music students. The award may be renewed.
DAYTON PHILHARMONIC WOMEN'S ASSOCIATION
SCHOLARSHIP. A $500 award for a U.D. student who is
a resident of Montgomery County or any surrounding counties in the greater
Dayton area. In addition, any
former member of the Dayton Philharmonic Youth orchestra is eligible, even if
not a resident of the above counties.
The student must be a performer on an orchestral instrument (strings,
winds, or percussion) and may be a freshman or an upperclassman.
THE MAURICE AND CECILIA REICHARD
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIPS. Awards of up to $500 per year, normally
awarded to music students. The award may be renewed.
OHIO FEDERATION OF MUSIC CLUBS MUSIC
THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP. A $1000 award for a music therapy
major for the junior or senior year. Applicant must be an Ohio resident.
UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON BAND GRANTS.
Awards range from about $200-$750 per year,
depending upon student need.
KATHLEEN LIGNELLI DROESCH MUSIC
SCHOLARSHIP. A $700 award for women who are enrolled
at U.D. and are full-time music majors; applicants must be members of Sigma
Alpha Iota Fraternity.
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible.
Other scholarship and financial aid sources are available
from the University's Financial Aid office, Albert Emanuel Hall, Room 148;
(937) 229-4311. The deadline
for general upperclass scholarship applications is around March 1 each year.
STATE AND NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP/LOAN INFORMATION
Other scholarships/loans are available to music
students, but the student must apply directly to the source.
SIGMA ALPHA IOTA INTERNATIONAL MUSIC
THERAPY SCHOLARSHIP An award of
$1,000 annually; information and application forms are available from SAI
student
officers or SAI faculty members.
DOROTHY DANN BULLOCK AWARD IN MUSIC Offered
by National Federation
of Music Clubs. This is a $750 award for a student enrolled in a music
therapy program. Applications must
be submitted by March 1.
(See music office for application forms.)
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF MUSIC CLUBS Offers
music therapy scholarships in the
amount of $750 and $250. (See music office for more information.)
OHIO FEDERATION OF MUSIC CLUBS AND
NATIONAL FEDERATION OF MUSIC CLUBS
Offers a Summer Music Scholarship, a Young Composer's Award, Piano Awards, a Music Education Scholarship, and other awards. (Call
Music Office 93936.)
EDITH M. KELLER SCHOLARSHIP LOAN FUND This is a loan of up to $500 for a junior or senior
enrolled in music education.
Applicant must be an Ohio resident and a member of the Ohio Music
Education Association (OMEA) Student Chapter at U.D. (Call Music Office
93936.)
Download this form and complete before the
scholarship deadline.
C4
Music Scholarship Application Form
Department
of Music
Annual Awards
Honor Recital: The
music faculty selects the year's outstanding student performers to present an
Honor Recital during the second term.
Bro. Joseph Mervar Award, presented to an outstanding senior majoring in
music. The recipient is selected
by the music faculty.
Sigma Alpha Iota College Honor Certificate is presented to the SAI senior graduating with the
highest grade point average.
Sigma Alpha Iota College Honor Award is presented to the SAI graduating senior who has
contributed
the most to the chapter in service, musicianship, and
scholarship. The recipient is
selected by the faculty
advisor and department chair.
Department of Music Service Award, presented for outstanding service to the department.
Selected by the music faculty.
Directors Awards for Outstanding
Contributions to:
University Bands
University Vocal Ensembles
University Orchestra
UD Band Spirit Award This
is annually awarded to the graduating senior who consistently shows pride
and spirit through their performance, attitude, and participation in UD athletic
ensembles. This recipient embodies musicianship, dedication and pride which
is the hallmark for the Pride of Dayton Marching Band, Flyer Swing Band, and
indeed the UD department of music.
Outstanding Collaborative Artist. The Outstanding Collaborative Artist Award is given
annually to the senior pianist whose performance with other musicians,
including chamber, piano duet, accompanying, and/or ensemble accompanying has
been outstanding. Nominated by the Coordinator of Keyboard Studies.
Amici Musicae Award. Awarded to a graduate of the University of Dayton who
has made outstanding contributions to the field of music since his/ her
graduating; or to a person who has otherwise enriched the field of music.
Music Student Advisory Council
MUSAC is a group of students representing the various
degree programs who serve as liaison between the faculty and students of the
Department of Music. This organization, which meets twice a month, introduces
and helps to reinforce positive change within the Department. MUSAC is
concerned with the functioning of and communication within the Department as
well as the morale and general well-being of its students.
MUSAC reports directly to the Chair. The Chair shall
appoint a president in consultation with MUSAC. Members are nominated by
faculty and other MUSAC members.
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