Prospective Student Packet Fall 2013 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Music Education Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Music Education Eric E. Branscome, Ph.D. Coordinator of Music Education
Dear Student Greetings and welcome to the Music Education program at Austin Peay State University. We are excited that you are considering a degree in music education at APSU. Music Education is a challenging and rewarding career in which highly qualified professionals have the opportunity to continue their own creative endeavors as musicians, while providing a solid musical foundation and instilling a life-long love of music in their students. It is our goal to challenge you to grow personally, musically, and professionally as a music education major, and as you begin what we hope will be a successful and long-lasting career as a music educator. We understand that there is a lot of information you need to know before you choose to major in music education. This packet was created to provide you with the basic information about the music education program at APSU. If you cannot find the answers to your questions, please do not hesitate to contact any of the faculty listed on the last pages of this packet. Eric E. Branscome, Ph.D. Coordinator of Music Education Assistant Professor of Music BranscomeE@APSU.edu 931-221-7811
Answers to Common Questions Concerning a Degree in Music Education What does it mean to be a music education major? Music teachers are both professional educators and professional musicians. Therefore your course work will prepare you to be a competent educator and exceptional vocalist or instrumentalist. Specifically, your major field of study (music) will be accompanied by a minor in professional education. Upon successful completion of your course work and additional requirements, you will be awarded a Bachelor of Science in Music Education or a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education, and an all-level music teacher certification from the state of Tennessee. Although you may have specific career goals as an elementary music specialist or secondary ensemble director, you will be trained and certified to do both. What is the difference between a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Music Education? The only difference between the two degrees is that the Bachelor of Arts (BA) requires six hours of Intermediate Foreign Language that are not required of the B.S. program. Usually, the vocal faculty suggest the BA for singers since foreign language competence is essential for solo and ensemble singing. What can I do with a degree in music education? A Music Education Degree prepares students to teach music in a variety of settings and to students of all ages. Music Education graduates typically pursue careers as: Pre-school Music Teachers Elementary/General Music Teachers Choral Directors (Middle School or High School) Band Directors (Middle School or High School) Orchestra Directors (Middle School or High School) Private Studio Instructors Professional Performers Many of our graduates also pursue graduate degrees in music education, performance, or other professional music endeavors. Can I graduate in four years? Although some students take five years to complete their coursework, a four-year degree is manageable. APSU provides a four-year plan of study (enclosed in this handbook) that includes a final semester of student teaching. When you enroll, you will be provided with a faculty advisor in the music department who will work with you to enroll in the appropriate courses you need to graduate on time. Graduating in four years assumes that you take the courses in the order in which they are suggested and that you successfully complete each course on your first attempt.
What can APSU offer that I cannot get at other colleges or universities? First, you will participate in a thriving music department, surrounded by a culturally and musically rich community. Next, you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the most notable musicians in the field. Third, you will experience a completely revised, comprehensive music education program that will prepare you to be a top-quality music educator. Finally, all APSU music education majors graduate with a minor in Professional Education, making you a highly desirable candidate in a competitive job market. In addition to these opportunities, the APSU Department of Music is intricately involved with music education across Tennessee and throughout the U.S. Our students regularly participate in local, state-wide, and national clinics, conventions, and festivals. APSU is also host to a number of workshops, contests, music enrichment programs, and other events in which music education majors are involved. A sampling of opportunities includes: APSU Honor Band Midsouth Marching Band Invitational String Festival North Tennessee Concert Festival Choir Fest Children s Arts InterAction Program APSU Preschool Music Instruction APSU Community School of the Arts Children s Concert Series Camp Granada (Summer Music Day Camp) Watauga Arts Academy Homeschool Music Program When I graduate, will I automatically become certified to teach? APSU can only provide a music education degree to students who have successfully completed the course requirements. The teacher licensure (certification) is offered by the Tennessee Department of Education. To obtain the certification, you must pass the required Praxis exams described below. Your education and music education faculty will walk you through the entire process when you reach the right point in your degree. Should I get a music education degree in Tennessee if I plan to live in another state? Yes, most states offer reciprocity for teacher certification, meaning that they will accept teaching licenses from other states. Based on where you live, you may be required to take a different exam within a given timeframe. At the very least, you will have the necessary degree and credentials to be hired in another state. If I don't want to teach for a living, should I get a music education degree as a safety net? A music education degree opens the doors to many opportunities in music. While we do not view teaching as a "fall-back" position, the options are there for those who seek them. In addition, we have found that many who seek other degrees in music (performers, composers, directors) often find themselves teaching at some point in their careers. It is best to be prepared.
Austin Peay State University Bachelor of Science in Music Education Dr. Eric Branscome, Coordinator of Music Education branscomee@apsu.edu 931-221-7811 NOTE: All Music Education students must take Mus 1060 for seven semesters to meet program requirements. CORE REQUIREMENTS: All students must complete the 41-hour General Education Core Requirements REQUIRED FOR ALL MAJORS Mus 1180 Music Theory I 3 Mus 3010 Music History 3 Mus 1185 Aural Skills I 1 Mus 3020 Music History 3 Mus 1190 Music Theory II 3 Mus 2240 Foundations of Music Education 2 Mus 1195 Aural Skills II 1 Mus 3160 Introduction to Music Technology 3 Mus 2180 Music Theory III 3 Mus 3255 Elementary Music Methods 3 Mus 2185 Aural Skills III 1 Mus 3800 Basic Conducting 2 Mus 2190 Music Theory IV 3 Mus 4930 Senior Recital 0 Mus 2195 Aural Skills IV 1 Mus 11X0 Class Piano or ½ hr lesson 1 Mus 2030 World Music 3 Ensemble 7 Individual Instruction 7 PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION MINOR: Educ 3070 Instructional Strategies 3 Educ 4440 Theories of Learning 3 Educ 4080 Classroom Management 3 Sped 3000 Introduction to Special Education 3 Educ 4160 Teaching Diverse Students 3 Educ 4270 Classroom Assessment (waived) (3) Additional Requirements for Licensure and Graduation: Educ 4410, 4510, 4610, 4710 Student Teaching 10 Educ 4950 Seminar 2 NOTE: Successful completion of Milestones I, II, III, and the Teacher Performance Assessment (TPA) are required for teacher licensure programs. Milestone assessment criteria are available at hhtp://www.apsu.edu/educ. Praxis II Testing Required: Test Code 20522 (K-6) Principles of Learning and Teaching (minimum score 158) OR Test Code 20524 (7-12) Principles of Learning and Teaching (minimum score 158); AND Test Code 0114 Music: Content and Instruction (minimum score 162). VOCAL / KEYBOARD SPECIALIZATION Mus 3810 Choral Conducting 2 Mus 4525 Latin/English Diction for Singers 1 Mus 4380 Choral Methods 3 Mus 4780 Instrumental Methods for Vocalists 1 Vocal only: Mus 4390 Choral Literature 3 One from: Mus 1270 Alexander Technique 1 Mus 4270 Vocal Pedagogy 3 Mus x940 Opera Workshop Mus 1489 Elective Guitar Lesson Piano only: MUS 4280 Piano Pedagogy 3 Mus 452x Fr,Gr, or It. Diction Mus 4310 Survey of Piano Lit. 3 Mus x725 VocalEase INSTRUMENTAL SPECIALIZATION Mus 3820 Instrumental Conducting 2 Mus 3890 Brass Group Instruction 1 Mus 4260 Secondary Instrumental Methods 3 Mus 3900 Percussion Group Instruction 1 One from: Mus 4240 Marching Band Tech. Mus 4420 Symphonic Literature Mus 3860 Guitar Pedagogy 3 Mus 4890 Strings Group Instruction 1 One from: Class Voice Mus 1500/3500 Choir 1 Mus 4790 Flute/Double Reed Instruction 1 Mus 4800 Clarinet/Sax. Group Instruction 1 *Guitar majors may choose between the Instrumental or Vocal tracks and should take appropriate Literature and Pedagogy courses * Six hours of Intermediate Foreign Language are required for the Bachelor of Arts. Study Abroad options are available during the summer to fulfill language requirements. APSU Music Education p.5
The APSU Music Education Faculty Dr. Eric E. Branscome Dr. Korre D. Foster Mr. John P. Schnettler Coordinator of Music Education, Assistant Professor of Music Area of specialization: Elementary Music BranscomeE@apsu.edu 931-221-7811 Director of Choral Activities, Assistant Professor of Music Area of specialization: Secondary Choral/Vocal FosterK@apsu.edu 931-221-7002 Associate Director of Bands, Assistant Professor of Music Area of specialization: Secondary Instrumental/Athletic Bands SchnettlerJ@apsu.edu 931-221-6820 Dr. Gregory Wolynec Director of Bands & Orchestral Studies, Associate Professor of Music Area of specialization: Secondary Instrumental WolynecG@apsu.edu 931-221-7642 Applied Instructors Woodwinds Dr. Lisa Read Vanarsdel, Flute VanarsdelL@apsu.edu 931-221-7684 Dr. Jeanette Zyko, Double Reeds ZykoJ@apsu.edu 931-221-6169 Mingzhe Wang, Clarinet WangM@apsu.edu 931-221-7631 Brian Horner, Saxophone bh@brianhorner.com 931-221-7824 Brass Richard Steffen, Trumpet SteffanR@apsu.edu 931-221-7640 Francis Massinon, Horn MassinonF@apsu.edu 931-221-7770 Susan K. Smith, Trombone susanksmithtrb@bellsouth.net 931-221-7803 Dr. Chris Vivio, Tuba & Euphonium VivioC@apsu.edu 931-221-7824 Percussion David Steinquest SteinquestD@apsu.edu 931-221-7033 Strings Dr. Emily Hanna Crane, Violin & Viola Crane@apsu.edu 931-221-6262 Dr. Elizabeth Lara, Cello & Bass LaraE@apsu.edu 931-221-7632 Guitar Dr. Stanley Yates YatesS@apsu.edu 931-221-7351 Piano Dr. Anne Glass GlassA@apsu.edu 931-221-7635 Dr. Patricia Halbeck HalbecP@apsu.edu 931-221-7636 Dr. Jeffrey Wood WoodJ@apsu.edu 931-221-7819 (Piano and Composition) Ms. Anne Marie Padelford Padelforda@apsu.edu 931-221-6248 (Staff Accompanist, Coordinator of Collaborative Piano) Voice: Dr. Thomas King KingT@apsu.edu 931-221-7648 Dr. Sharon Mabry MabryS@apsu.edu 931-221-7656 Dr. Gail Robinson-Oturu OturuG@apsu.edu 931-221-7811 APSU Music Education p.6
Additional Contacts and Information Scholarships & Work Study: For questions pertaining to scholarships and work-study opportunities: Dr. Jeanette Zyko ZykoJ@apsu.edu 931-221-6169 Auditions: For audition dates and information, visit the website: http://www.apsu.edu/music/auditions or contact: Instrumental: Dr. Jeanette Zyko ZykoJ@apsu.edu 931-221-6169 Piano / Vocal: Dr. Korre Foster FosterK@apsu.edu 931-221-7002 Piano Proficiency: All music majors are required to demonstrate piano proficiency by the end of their course of study. Students may either enroll in the piano courses prescribed on the various degree programs, or attempt to pass the piano proficiency exam. Contact Dr. Patricia Halbeck for more information on the piano proficiency exam. Dr. Patricia Halbeck HalbecP@apsu.edu 931-221-7636 Student Organizations Phi Mu Alpha: A service organization whose primary purpose is to serve the university and the music department (men only) Chapter Sponsor: Dr. Thomas King KingT@apsu.edu Sigma Alpha Iota: A service organization whose primary purpose is to serve the university and the music department (women only) Chapter Sponsors: Dr. Emily Hanna Crane CraneE@apsu.edu Dr. Lisa Read Vanarsdel VanarsdelL@apsu.edu National Association for Music Education Collegiate: A professional organization whose purpose is to provide professional development opportunities for music education majors, and to enhance the quality of music education at the campus, local, state, and national levels. Chapter Sponsor: Dr. Eric Branscome BranscomeE@apsu.edu APSU Music Education p.7