Pacific Union College Department of Music
Music Student
Handbook
2015 - 2016
One Angwin Avenue
Angwin, CA 94508
(707) 965-6201
FAX (707) 965-6738
Instructions for filling out electronic PDFs
Many of the forms used in the Department of Music are interactive PDFs. You can find these forms on the PUC Music home page, and on CANVAS. You may also e-mail the office and request that the form be e-mailed to you. It is important that you open and fill out the form properly.
Instructions for filling out on-line PDFs: You must have Adobe Reader on your computer to properly save and enter
information in interactive PDFs. You can download Adobe Reader for free by going to http://get.adobe.com/reader/ Log in to CANVAS
- Click on the first tab named “Courses” – scroll down to “Music Majors”. – On left side click on Files – Music Majors folder – FORMS
- Click on the form you want. The document will be downloaded to your computer and open. (You should see a sentence at the top indicating that you can save data in this form). - Enter your information.
- Save As... and enter your last name at the beginning of the file name. It is suggested that you save the file to your desktop so it is easy to locate. - E-mail the form to: [email protected] and to your teacher.
Dropbox.com
The Department of Music utilizes Dropbox.com as a storage facility for practice logs, forms, Finale projects, etc. Each music major has a folder in Dropbox.com where you can store music projects you are working on in the computer lab so you can access them from other computers.
There is a folder called !FORMS! that contains various PDF forms you will need throughout the quarter. Please dupli-cate a form and rename it with your LAST name at the beginning of the name BEFORE filling it in so the original form is blank for the next person. You can return certain forms to the music office by placing them in the appropriate folder in Dropbox: “Forms...to Linda”. (Please follow the instructions above to properly save your PDF forms).
Table of Contents
All the forms referenced in this handbook can be obtained from the Music Office or from CANVAS-Files-Music Majors-FORMS.
ii-iii Music Department Calendar of Events 1-24 Academics
1 Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes 2 How to Become a Music Major
2-7 Information for All Music Majors 3-4 Sophomore Evaluation
3-5 Information for B. Mus. Performance & B. Mus. Education Majors 6-7 Audition Guidelines
8-9 Private Music Lessons 10-11 Juries
12 Concert & Recital Attendance 13-14 Tests 15 Portfolio 16-20 Recitals 21-23 Ensembles 24 Financial Information 25 Music Scholarships 26-27 Paulin Hall Facilities and Instruments 28 Paulin Center for the Creative Arts (PCCA) 28 Music Club
29 Honors and Social Groups 30-34 Faculty and Staff
345 A Brief History 36-41 Policies and Guidelines
36 Practice Room Usage Policy 37 Computer Lab Usage Policy
38-39 Auditorium and Lobby Usage Guidelines 40-41 Kitchenette Usage Guidelines
42-44 Program Level SLO Rubrics 45 Music Performance Rubric 46-59 Curriculum Guides 60 Index
FALL Quarter 2015
September 19 Sabbath
6:00 pm Evensong (PUC Church Sanctuary)
20 Sunday
5:30 pm Music Majors’ Supper (Fireside Room
) Attendance required
21
INSTRUCTION Begins
24 Thursday
LAST DAY TO ADD/DELETE CLASSES
October
24 Sabbath
5:30 pm Evensong (PUC Church Sanctuary)
November 9 Monday
6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
10 Tuesday
6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
14 Sabbath
4:00 pm Evensong
7:00 pm Orchestra Concert
15 Sunday
4:00 pm Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
17 Tuesday
6:00 pm General Student Recital
18 Wednesday 6:00 pm General Student Recital
19 Thursday
6:00 pm Jazz Ensemble Concert
20 - Nov. 29
THANKSGIVING RECESS
30 Monday
7:00 pm Brass & Winds Chamber Concert
December 2 Wednesday 7:00 pm String Ensemble Concert
4 Friday
8:00 pm Christmas Concert (PUC Church Sanctuary)
5 Sabbath
4:00 pm Christmas Concert (PUC Church Sanctuary)
7 - 10
FINAL EXAMS
12 Sabbath
4:00 pm Evensong (PUC Church Sanctuary)
Dec. 11 - Jan. 3
CHRISTMAS RECESS
WINTER Quarter 2016
January
4 Monday
INSTRUCTION BEGINS
9 Sabbath
4:00 pm Evensong (PUC Church Sanctuary)
18 Monday
NO CLASSES (Martin Luther king Jr. Day)
25 Monday
6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
26 Tuesday
6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
27 Wednesday 6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
30 Saturday
7:00 pm Music Faculty Recital
February 5 Friday
NO CLASSES (Mid quarter Break)
13 Sabbath
4:00 pm Hans Hielscher Organ Recital (PUC Church Sanctuary)
24-27
Wed. - Sat.
Academy Band Festival
27 Saturday
8:00 pm Academy Band Festival Concert
March
1 Tuesday
6:00 pm General Student Recital
2 Wednesday 6:00 pm General Student Recital
3 Thursday
6:30 pm Jazz Ensemble Concert
PACIFIC UNION COLLEGE DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC
2015 - 2016
Programs subject to change
All programs in Paulin Hall Auditorium unless otherwise noted. (707) 965-6201 • www.puc.edu/music-events • www.puc.edu/pcca
5 Sabbath
4:00 pm Choral Concert
7:00 pm Orchestra Concert
6 Sunday
4:00 pm Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
7 Monday
7:00 pm Brass & Woods Chamber Concert
8 Tuesday
7:00 pm String Ensemble Concert
12 Sabbath
5:30 pm Choral Evensong (Paulin Hall Auditorium)
14 - 17
FINAL EXAMS
Mar. 18 - 27
SPRING VACATION
SPRING Quarter 2016
March
28
INSTRUCTION BEGINS
April
16 Sabbath
4:00 pm Homecoming Concert
6:30 pm Evensong (Paulin Hall Auditorium)
May
14 Sabbath
7:00 pm Evensong (PUC Church Sanctuary)
15 Sunday
4:00 pm Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
16 Monday
6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
17 Tuesday
5:30 pm Golden State Choral Festival Concert (PUC Church Sanctuary)
6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
18 Wednesday 6:00 pm PCCA Student Recital
21 Saturday
8:00 pm Choral Concert
22 Sunday
4:00 pm Orchestra Concert
23 Monday
7:00 pm Brass & Woods Chamber Concert
24 Tuesday
6:00 pm General Student Recital
25 Wednesday 6:00 pm General Student Recital
26 Thursday
6:30 pm Jazz Ensemble Concert
28-30
Memorial Weekend - NO CLASSES May 30
June 2 Thursday
7:00 pm String Ensemble Concert
4 Sabbath
7:30 pm Evensong (Paulin Hall Auditorium)
6 - 9
FINAL EXAMS
Degree Level Student Learning Outcomes
(SLOs)
(Rubrics can be found on pages 42-45. Curriculum guides can be found on pages 46-59).
Successful Bachelor of Music major with an emphasis in Music Education will be able to
• Demonstrate skill as a solo and ensemble performer who can work as a professional educator. (SLO Rubric 1, page 42)
• Apply specific knowledge in music theory, music history, and conducting relevant to a professional career as a music educator. (SLO Rubrics 2 and 3, pages 42-43)
• Appreciate the diversity of musical styles within and outside the traditional canon of Western music. (SLO Rubric 2, page 42)
• Think, speak, and write clearly and effectively about music. (SLO Rubric 2, page 42)
• Utilize skills to work with current technology in music notation and synthesis, and other relevant media. (SLO Rubric 4, page 43)
• Demonstrate the appropriate pedagogical skills necessary to function as an effective K-12 music educator. (SLO Rubric 5, page 44)
Curriculum Guide, page 46-47 (yellow)
Successful Bachelor of Music major with an emphasis in Performance will be able to
• Demonstrate excellent skill as a solo and ensemble performer in preparation for a professional career as performing musician. (SLO Rubric 1, page 42)
• Apply specific knowledge in music theory, music history, conducting, and instrumental or vocal peda- gogy relevant to a professional career as a performing musician. (SLO Rubrics 2 and 3, pages 42-43) • Appreciate the diversity of musical styles within and outside the traditional canon of Western music. (SLO Rubric 2, page 42)
• Think, speak, and write clearly and effectively about music. (SLO Rubric 2, page 42)
• Utilize appropriate skills to work with current technology in music notation and synthesis, and other relevant media. (SLO Rubric 4, page 43)
Curriculum Guide, page 48-49 (orchid)
Successful Bachelor of Science Music major will be able to
• Demonstrate a level of competence as a solo and ensemble performer appropriate for a musician edu- cated in the liberal arts. (SLO Rubric 1, page 42)
• Apply specific knowledge in music theory, music history, and basic conducting relevant to a musician educated in the liberal arts. (SLO Rubrics 2 and 3, pages 42-43)
• Appreciate the diversity of musical styles within and outside the traditional canon of Western music. (SLO Rubric 2, page 42)
• Think, speak and write clearly and effectively about music. (SLO Rubric 2, page 42)
• Utilize foundational skills in current technology in music notation and synthesis. (SLO Rubric 4, page 43) Curriculum Guide, page 50-51 (green)
Successful Associate of Science Music major will be able to
• Demonstrate a level of competence as a solo and ensemble performer appropriate for a connoisseur musician. (SLO Rubric 1, page 42)
• Apply foundational knowledge in music theory, music history, and conducting. (SLO Rubrics 2 and 3, pages 42-43)
• Appreciate the diversity of musical styles within and outside the traditional canon of Western music. (SLO Rubric 2, page, 42)
Curriculum Guide, page 52-53 (blue)
Information for all Music Majors
All music majors should study the information concerning the general education requirements relevant to your degree found in the Pacific Union College General Catalog for the year you started at PUC. In addition, all music majors should be familiar with the specific music major requirements as found on pages 140-142 of the General Catalog. These are the
How to Become A Music Major
(Private lesson fee will be waived if all requirements are met each quarter.)
Step 1 - On your application to the college, state that you want to be a music major. If you are already
enrolled at PUC, you can submit a change of major through the Registrar’s Office or online in WebAdvisor.
Step 2 - Pass an entrance audition in your major instrument or voice (see page 6-7 for audition requirements).
Step 3 - REGISTER for Music Performance Lessons: • MUSP 163 if you pass an entrance audition.
• MUSP 162 if you have not passed an entrance audition (see pages 6-7) * (you are considered a pre-music major).
You will receive a Lesson Fee Waiver each quarter you meet the following requirements:
- Attend a least 7 classical concerts per quarter.
- Practice at least 25 hours per quarter and document practice hours weekly for each instrument you study.
- Turn in Rep Sheet (Repertoire Sheet) by Friday of dead week, or 48 hours before a jury on recital.
Failure to meet these requirements will void the Lesson Fee Waiver, and you will be charged the full fee of $250 for each instrument. Continued failure to meet these requirements may affect your music major status.
MUSP 162 - If you do not pass an entrance audition at the beginning of your first quarter, and you have declared a music
degree on CANVAS, prepare to hold an entrance audition at the end of your first quarter. If you pass your entrance audition and are accepted as a music major, the private lesson fee will be waived, and you can register for MUSP 163 the following quarter.
If you do not pass the entrance audition at the end of your first quarter, you will be charged a Pre-Music Major lesson fee of $125 for that quarter, and each quarter, up to three quarters, on until you pass. If you do not pass after three quarters, you will be charged the full lesson fee of $250 until you pass and are accepted as a music major.
Step 4 - Register for MUTH 121 and 121L (Theory I) and take the Theory Placement Examination (TPE) offered during the first week of classes. If you do not pass this exam you will be required to drop MUTH 121 and take MUTH 103 (Fundamentals of Music Theory) Spring quarter.
Step 5 - Pass the Piano Proficiency Test (PPT) during the first week of classes. If you have little or no piano background, you will need to take piano lessons until you pass the PPT. Come to the Music Office and pick up a Change of
Registra-tion Request form to add piano lessons to your schedule. (See page 13 for more information).
Step 6 - Register for MUEN Ensemble(s) relevant to your major instrument (See pages 21-22 for list of ensembles). Auditions are held during the first week of school. (See page 23for Audition Guidelines).
Step 7 - Let the Department of Music chair know that you are working toward a music degree.
Step 8 - Meet with your advisor to discuss your program and go over the music student handbook.
Step 9 - Pass a formal jury at the end of the first quarter in residence (see page 10-11 for jury information).
courses you must pass with at least a “C” to receive your degree. Bachelor of Music voice performance emphasis majors are required to complete satisfactorily one year of French, German, or Italian. Your advisor will help you through the in-tricacies of figuring out your program, but YOU are ultimately responsible for the classes you take and for achieving your degree.
Credit Hour Policy
One quarter credit at Pacific Union College generally represents a minimum of 30 hours of work on the part of the student. The student work includes both classroom instruction and out-of-class work, and is typically spread out over the standard quarter (ten weeks of standard instruction and one week of final examinations). A course may be offered in a term of a different length, but it must contain the same contact time and out-of-class student work expectations as the same course offered during a standard academic quarter.
Courses that are listed for variable credits will specify how credit value is assigned, and requirements will be clearly delin-eated for each credit value offered.
Credit Hours by Instructional Methods
Credit hours for a course should be assigned according to the guidelines for the instructional method of the course. A course may combine multiple methods of instruction to compose the credit total. For example, many courses at Pacific Union College combine lecture and laboratory components.
• Standard Courses
Lecture, seminar, discussion, examination
Valued at one credit for 50 minutes of classroom instruction per week, with a normal minimum expecta- tion of two hours of out-of class student work per week per credit. An additional two hours of instruction and/or testing occurs for each course during final examination week.
• Activities Supervised as a Group
Laboratory, clinical, group practicum, exercise science activity, music ensemble, group art studio, dramatic performance, workshop
Valued at one credit for 150 minutes of supervised activity per week. When the activity involves stantial out-of-class student work, the meeting time may be reduced to 100 minutes of supervised activity per week.
• Individualized Courses
Directed study, independent study, project, research, thesis, fieldwork, internship, externship, individual practicum, flight training, music lessons, private art studio
Valued at one credit for a minimum of three hours of student work per week as assigned and evaluated by the instructor.
Sophomore Evaluation
(B.Mus. Education, B.Mus. Performance & B.S.)
During the sophomore year all bachelors degree majors, after completing at least 90 credits as accepted by PUC, will meet with the music faculty for an evaluation and present their “Statement of Personal Goals”. The purpose of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for you and the faculty to talk together about a career in music. This evaluation is an important step toward fulfilling the requirements for your degree and you will want to prepare well. If you pass this interview provi-sionally, you must take a formal jury every quarter until you can successfully pass this evaluation.
Prior to the evaluation, create your Statement of Personal Goals on CANVAS in consultation with your teacher following the instructions below, and e-mail it to [email protected] before your evaluation.
Information for B. Mus. Education Majors
If you are a B.Mus.Ed. emphasis major you should be acquainted with the information on pages 140-141 of the General Catalog. Be aware that teacher education can-didates must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of a least 2.5 overall and 2.7 in upper division music courses, in order to be eligible for student teaching. Because state requirements change in the music education curriculum, you should remain in close contact with your education and music advisers to be aware of new requirements which might not be in this handbook or the General Catalog. In order to obtain your teaching credential you will need to take the required courses, and then pass the California Subject Examination for Teachers (CSET) in Music.
Information for B.Mus. Performance & B. Mus. Education Majors
Piano Proficiency Test (PPT)
All B.Mus. Performance and B.Mus. Education Majors are required to pass the PPT (page 13). This examination should be taken and passed by the end of the sophomore year or you will not be promoted into UD lessons in your major instrument and will have your status as a music major reviewed each quarter until it is passed.
Foreign Language Study
Although study of a foreign language is a requirement for voice B.Mus.Perf. majors only, if you anticipate going to graduate school in the future you should keep in mind that many graduate degrees require facility in at least one foreign language: usually French, German, or Italian. Taking a foreign language in college can be most helpful in preparing you for this aspect of graduate work.
Before Bachelor of Music students (education emphasis) can be accepted into the Directed Teaching program, they must be recommended by the Music Department faculty as having promise of success in the classroom. Below is a summary of the competencies and personal attributes considered, as well as the process involved. After considering these items, the faculty determine whether a student can be recommended without qualification, recommended with reservation, or should not be recommended. Upon completion of this degree, the graduate is granted both California State Preliminary and SDA Basic credentials that qualify one to instruct in all phases of music from preschool through grade twelve.
Information for B. Music Education Majors
Competencies, Qualifications, and Procedures Involved in the Recommendation Process For Student Teaching Music Education Majors
• Your reason for choosing music teaching
as your career.
• Personal characteristics, qualifications and
potential you have that will contribute to your success. • Areas in which you can make a strong contribution to the profession.
• A summary of your teaching and conducting experience.
B.S. and B.Mus. Performance Majors
• Your reason for choosing music as your career. If not pursuing a musical career, what are your career plans? • Personal characteristics, qualifications and potential you have that will contribute to your success in your career. • Areas in which your musical skills can make a strong contribution to your chosen career.
• If music is your career path, provide a summary of your teaching, performing, and/or conducting experience. • E-mail your statement to [email protected].
• Office manager will print out copies for faculty and 1 for file, and distribute to faculty before the evaluation, or, if evaluation is scheduled during formal juries, the statement will be included with the jury sheet
Statement of Personal Goals Instructions
• Create your statement in Microsoft WORD (or equivalent) • Include the following in the header:
Presented to the Music Department Faculty of Pacific Union College By (insert your name here)
• Depending on your degree, your goals should include:
• Students must meet the requirements listed in the Pa-cific Union College General Catalog, under “Prerequi-sites for Student Teaching”, page 92.
• Students will have passed courses which are designed to help prepare them for the teaching experience in mu-sic. They are also expected to demonstrate competency in such areas as conducting and directing, ensemble music selection, rehearsal techniques, organization and setup.
• During student’s sophomore year, B.Mus. Education majors meet with the music faculty to discuss their State-ment of Personal Goals (see previous page for more in-formation).
Personal characteristics also considered
Most students enter the music curriculum impelled by their interest in performing. As the following comments will show however, the role of the music teacher is much broader than performance alone. While this is an impor-tant skill for the classroom teacher and ensemble direc-tor, it is toward the profession of the teacher-conductor that students need to develop their skills and interests. There are many important qualities universally expected of successful teachers. These may be arranged into sev-eral categories, two important ones being the personal/ social area and the professional area.
One of the most important qualities teachers must pos-sess is the ability to interact pleasantly and construc-tively with their colleagues. Teachers should have a co-operative attitude toward their peers while pursing their own programs. In addition, they should exhibit a respect for their superiors and employers, developing a positive relationship with those who are charged with the respon-sibility of providing their employment and encouraging their professional development.
Emotional maturity is also expected of successful teach-ers: exhibiting patience, self control and cheerfulness. They should hold clear, accurate pictures of their own abilities and self worth. From this secure personal con-cept, they should develop constructive behavior responses when confronted with potentially unsettling situations. Such teachers can maintain positive relationships with individuals of various social, ethnic, and religious back-grounds. They are able to handle disagreements and con-troversy with patience, openness, and understanding, and are willing, when possible, to achieve mutual solutions. In addition, mature teachers are willing and able to learn from their errors, and to respond appropriately to con-structive criticism.
Professionally, successful teachers are able to set realistic and significant goals and can plan and organize effective-ly. They also continually seek, evaluate, and utilize new ideas and developments in their fields, incorporating these into their teaching as they prove useful. Through their mastery of and enthusiasm for their subject, successful teachers generate corresponding positive attitudes in their students – the result of instruction from an active, leader-catalyst rather than a passive participant.
Naturally, students entering the teaching program are not required to display these qualities to the extent expected of an experienced, successful teacher. Students should, how-ever, show evidence that these qualities are developing and have the promise of further development as learning and experience continue. It is assumed that achievements made and relationships developed while attending school can be indicative of further directions of growth.
Teacher Placement File
The Education Department keeps a placement file for students who are interested in seeking positions in non-Adventist institutions. For those seeking employment in church-related institutions, the International Adventists Musicians Association (IAMA) publishes job openings in the “Hotline” section of its website at www.iamaonline. com.
Audition Guidelines
To Become A Music MajorSchedule a 10 minute entrance audition with at least three Music faculty and come prepared to play material from the following list appropriate to your instrument and the degree you seek. If you feel you are not ready to perform an audi-tion, contact the Music Department Chair to schedule lessons in preparation for your audition in the future.
PIANO
B.Mus. and B.S.
Prepare 4 octave scales and arpeggios for all major and harmonic minor forms.
Prepare the following repertoire that shows proficiency in your instrument at an intermediate to advanced level: • A selection from Bach (short preludes, Inventions and Sinfonias, Prelude and Fugues)
• A movement from a classical sonata of Haydn, Mozart, or Beethoven • A piece from the Romantic or the Contemporary period
• Memorization: At least 2 of the pieces for B.Mus.Perf., or 1 of the pieces for B.S. and B.Mus.Ed • Sight-reading of selected literature
A.S.
• Prepare two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
VIOLIN
B.M. Performance
• A movement of a solo partita or sonata by J.S. Bach
• The first movement of a standard major violin concerto (with the cadenza if there is one) or the last two movements of a standard violin concerto (no Bach)
• At least one of these must be memorized B.S. and B.M. Education
• The first movement of a standard violin concerto (with the cadenza if there is one) or the last two ments of a standard violin concerto
OR
• Two contrasting concert pieces (or sonata movements) from standard solo repertoire A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
VIOLA
B.S., B.M. Education, B.M. Performance
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo literature
• Performance majors only: At least one of these works must be memorized A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
VIOLINCELLO
B.S., B.M. Education, B.M. Performance
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo literature
• Performance majors only: At least one of these works must be memorized A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
DOUBLE BASS
B.S., B.M. Education., B.M. Performance
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo literature
• Performance majors only: At least one of these works must be memorized A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
GUITAR
B.S., B.M. Education, B.M. Performance
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo literature
• Performance majors only: At least one of these works must be memorized A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
HARP
B.S., B.M. Education, B.M. Performance
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo literature
• Performance majors only: At least one of these works must be memorized A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
WINDS AND BRASS
B.S., B.M. Education, B.M. Performance
• Two contrasting pieces from standard classical repertoire. These can be etudes or movements (excerpts) of sonatas/concertos. Baroque transcriptions, classical, romantic, 20th century.
• Major/minor scales up to 5 accidentals, chromatic full range. • B.M. Performance must play at least one piece from memory A.S.
• Two contrasting pieces from standard solo repertoire
PERCUSSION
B.S., B.M. Education, B.M. Performance, A.S.
• Two of three areas: PAS snare drum rudiments and solo piece; timpani etude (Goodman MODERN METHOD or Cirone); mallet etude (Goldenberg or Cirone)
VOCAL
B.Mus., B. S., A. S. degrees
Perform from memory two representative selections from the classical vocal repertoire. These works should be in con-trasting style. For example:
• An Italian Art Song or Aria. • An English Art Song.
Sight-reading of a selection may be required. Faculty may ask applicant to vocalize some scales to check vocal range.
ORGAN
B.Mus., B. S., A. S. degrees
Perform two representative selections from the classical organ repertoire. These works should be contrasting in style. For example:
• A major work by J. S. Bach
• A major work from the Romantic or the Contemporary period.
General Lesson Policies
Private music lessons are offered on either a for-credit or no-credit basis. One (1) credit is equivalent to nine 30-minute lessons per quarter. Non-music majors are charged a lesson fee of $250 per credit hour in addition to any necessary tuition charges. Non-credit lessons will be assessed a $350 fee based on nine 30-minute lessons.
Music majors who meet all the requirements listed below will receive a fee waiver.
Students are expected to be on time and attend every lesson. Unexcused absences will not be made up. If a teacher misses a lesson they will coordinate with the stu-dent to make up the lesson by the end of the final week of the quarter.
If a student withdraws within the first two weeks of the quarter, the fee will be pro-rated. After that no refunds will be given. The following criteria must be met for each
music major:
– Bachelor of Music Majors: Study in your major
per-formance area is required each quarter in residence.
– B.S. & A.S. Music Majors: Must be enrolled in music
courses required for your music degree in order to receive private music lessons at no additional charge.
– Jury Performance: All music majors are to perform a
jury (see page 10-11) each quarter lessons are taken. You must complete at least 1 formal jury per year.
Private Music Lessons
Form: Private Lesson Information Form(Download from CANVAS. See inside front cover of this handbook for instructions)
Music Major Lesson Fees (nine 30-minute lessons per quarter)
MUSP 163/363 Primary Instrument ($250 fee waived if all requirements met). MUSP 164/364 Primary Instrument ($250 fee waived if all requirements met). MUSP 162 Piano Proficiency ($250 fee waived if all requirements met). MUSP 386 Secondary Instrument
B.Mus. ($250 fee waived if all requirements met).
B.S. & A.S. - will be charged $125 per credit hour if all requirements met. Non-Credit All instruments - $250 per credit hour
How to Qualify for a Lesson Fee Waiver B.Mus. Music Majors
The private lesson fee for primary, secondary instruments, and piano proficiency will be waived for majors who meet all of the following requirements each quarter in residence:
- Pass an entrance audition or pass provisionally (see page 6-7).
- Are registered for Theory classes, or who have already taken these course and are continuing to enroll in courses normally expected of majors.
- Attend at least 7 classical concerts per quarter (see page 12).
- Practice at least 25 hours per credit hour, per quarter and document hours weekly for each instrument you study (see page 9 for Practice Hours Policy).
- Turn in Rep Sheet by Friday of dead week, or 48 hours before a jury on recital (see page 10).
Failure to meet all requirements will void the Lesson Fee Waiver, and you will be charged the full fee of $250 per credit hour for each instrument. Continued failure to meet these requirements may affect your music major status. B.S. & A.S. Majors
The fee for primary instrument will be waived if above requirements are met. Secondary instruments will incur a lesson fee of $125 per credit hour.
Failure to meet these requirements will void the Lesson Fee Waiver, and you will charged the full fee of $250 per credit hour for each instrument.
Pre-Music Majors
If you have not passed an entrance audition, but have been accepted provisionally, and have declared a music degree on Canvas, you may register for the first quarter of lessons (MUSP 162) and the lesson fee will be waived if you meet the requirements under “How to Qualify for a Lesson Fee Waiver”, and pass your entrance audition at the end of your first quarter, and are accepted as a music major.
If you do not pass the entrance audition at the end of your first quarter, you will be charged a Pre-Music Major lesson fee of $125 per credit hour each quarter up to three quarters. If you do not pass after three quarters, you will be charged the full lesson fee of $250 until you pass and are accepted as a music major. As a Pre-Major, you are expected to keep up with all music major requirements.
Non-Music Major Lesson Fees (nine 30-minute lessons)
For credit $250 per credit hour Non-Credit $350 per 30-minute lessons)
Choosing Your Music Performance Teacher
Music students usually register for lessons from one of the regular music faculty. In cases when none of these teachers are qualified to teach a specific instrument or when the teachers in a performance area are too over-loaded to accept more students, special arrangements can be made to take from a different teacher on a commission basis. All requests to study with commission teachers must be made in writing to the department chair before the third day of classes in order for such a request to be approved by the music faculty. This rule applies even if you have studied with a commission teacher in previous years or quarters.
How to Register for Private Music Lessons
Register by computer on WebAdvisor just as you do for other classes. Determine your MUSP # from the class schedule, then choose the section number for your teach-er. If the teacher of your choice is not listed, contact
the Music Office for a section number.
Fill out an electronic Private Lesson Information Form
(interactive PDF) during the first week of classes, if not sooner and e-mail to the [email protected] to facilitate scheduling your lesson. Your teacher should contact you by the beginning of the second week of classes.
Applying for Upper Division (UD) Music Lessons
Send an e-mail to [email protected] requesting permis-sion to register for UD. Evaluation will be made at your formal jury, and you will be notified through your Quar-terly Report at the end of the quarter. You are expected to pass PPT II before you can take upper UD lessons.
Practice Hours Policy
To qualify for the Lesson Fee Waiver, all music majors and pre-music majors must follow the requirements below: • Practice a minimum of 25 hours per credit hour, per quarter in each instrument
• Document weekly practice hours on CANVAS, under Assignment tab. The documentation period will close at midnight each Sunday night. Failure to document your practice hours weekly is treated like a late assignment and MAY result in a low mid-term or final grade.
• All practice hours should be recorded by Friday of “dead week” with any additional hours due by Wednesday of exam week.
Keep in mind: the minimum requirement of 25 hours per quarter may be below the amount required for a passing grade. Check with your teach for specifics.
You may obtain a practice card or full sheet practice log from the music office to record you daily practice before uploading the weekly totals to Canvas.
How to Get An “A”
Read your lesson syllabus. Each studio has specific re-quirements. As a general rule, a minimum of 4-6 hours of practice time each week is required for each credit hour taken. Most majors should register for only one hour of credit in their major instrument each quarter; however, per-formance emphasis majors need to take 3 hours of credit in their major instrument per quarter, and increase their prac-tice hours accordingly.
Juries Defined
All music majors must complete a jury each quarter les-sons are taken in their major instrument. Juries are the final examination for your private lessons. This exam, before at least three faculty members, is a way for the music faculty to keep informed of your musical progress. It helps you develop state presence, and provides you an opportunity to practice performing in a less stressful situ-ation than recitals. In addition, an approaching jury may help motivate you to practice more.
Repertoire Sheet
A Repertoire Sheet (Rep Sheet) is used to report what you have been working on during the quarter. It is highly recommended that you update your comprehensive rep-ertoire list for your e-portfolios at the same time you fill out your Rep Sheet (see page x for more informa-tion about portfolios). Your Rep Sheet must be turned in by Friday of “dead week” or 48 hours before a jury on recital. Failure to turn in your Rep Sheet will void your Lesson Fee Waiver.
Note: A degree recital is automatically juried, so you do not have to do a formal jury that quarter. You may turn in a Recital Program Repertoire form in place of the Rep Sheet.
Types of Juries
• Formal Jury: This 10-minute jury usually occurs dur-ing final exam week, and is held in the auditorium or church sanctuary (organists). All music majors must jury at least once each year in this type of jury.
- Sign up for a time slot at the music office beginning 2 weeks before the formal jury. - Turn in Rep Sheet by Friday of “dead week”, or 48 hours before a jury on recital.
- On the day of the jury, a schedule will be displayed on the auditorium door and at the music office. When it is your turn, one of the music faculty will come out to invite you in.
• Jury by Recital: You may choose to jury during a General Student Recital (GSR) or on a solo, joint or de-gree recital.
- GSRs - turn in 2 forms:
General Student Recital Information Rep Sheet
- Solo, joint or degree recitals - turn in Recital Program Repertoire form
Jury Action/Comments
At completion of your jury the music faculty will assign a grade that is reflected in your private lesson grade and will write comments on your performance. Jury com-ments will be available to discuss with your teacher by the second week of the new quarter.
What if I can’t hold a jury?
Since the jury is the final exam for your private lessons, if you do not complete a jury you will have to take an incomplete for that quarter. Talk to your teacher as soon as possible to request an incomplete, which must be ap-proved by the music faculty. The incomplete must be completed by the due date.
What to Perform on a Jury
Jury repertoire is selected during your lesson in consulta-tion with your teacher. Generally, repertoire will reflect your ability to handle music at the level for which you are registered. You should try to select works from different styles with a variety of technical challenges from quarter to quarter.
At your jury you will be asked to perform your jury se-lections, or portions of these selections and possibly play some technical exercises or scales and sight read. You should know and be able to discuss information about your pieces such as the date of birth and death of the com-posers, as well as theory and background of the pieces.
Jury Evaluation Guidelines
The following list will give an idea of some of the factors that are considered in a jury evaluation and your perfor-mance grade which is based on the Music Perforperfor-mance Rubric on page45.
Juries
Form: Repertoire Sheet(Download from CANVAS. See inside front cover of this handbook for instructions)
Lesson Related
a) Number of lessons attended b) Cooperation with teacher
c) Hours of practice and use made of practice time d) Performance of music not on repertoire sheet but still under the coaching of the teacher, such as
solos in church, solos in ensembles, accompaniment, etc.
Miscellaneous
a) Progress
b) Quality of accompanist’s performance c) Sight reading
d) Techniques or exercises: scales, vocalize, etc. e) Number of recitals in which you perform f) Number of recitals and concerts attended
Technique a) Embouchure b) Tonguing c) Bowing d) Vibrato e) Position, posture f) Keyboard technique
g) Pedaling (organ, piano, harp) h) Registration i) Breathing, support j) Intonation k) Tone quality l) Diction General Musicianship
a) Tempo (speed, stability, rubato, variations)
b) Rhythm (precision, two against three and other complexities, rhythmic accents) c) Pitch accuracy (inaccuracies or “mistakes”)
d) Dynamics (crescendo, diminuendo, accents, sectional contrast, strata)
e) Phrasing delineation of different musical statements, intensity variation, “breathing”, feeling the form and melody f) Articulation (legato, staccato, slurring, glissando, portamento, portato)
g) Style (historical integrity, capture of the “mood”)
h) Stage presence (approach and departure, acknowledging applause, display of confidence, verbal expressions, mannerisms, general appearance).
Jury Grading Scale
A 4 A- 3.7 B+ 3.3 B 3 B- 2.7 C+ 2.3 C 2 C- 1.7 D+ 1.3 D 1
Philosophy of Attendance
Experiencing the energy of live performance without the pressure of performing yourself is a wonderful way to remind yourself of the power of music as well as pro-vide you the opportunity to study the art of stage pres-ence and the traditions of stage etiquette by observing master performers such as those scheduled on the Fine Arts Series concerts. Students who are serious about their musical training will take every opportunity to enhance their musicianship and support the music faculty and fel-low students by attending recitals and ensemble concerts. Discover music you haven’t heard before, and find in-spiration to spend more productive time in the practice room.
All music majors who are taking courses relevant
to-ward their Music degree must attend 7 classical concerts each quarter. If you fail to attend the required number of concerts, and do not check in and out with the attendance taker you will be charged for your private lessons.
How to Receive Credit
An attendance taker will be at most campus concerts.
You must check in and out in order to receive credit.
• Check in no later than 5 minutes after the start of the program with the attendance taker in the lobby.
(Late arrival may prevent you from receiving credit). • Stay for the entire concert/recital. (Leaving during the concert and returning at the end will forfeit your right to credit, and is dishonest).
• Check out with the attendance taker.
Types of Concerts That Qualify
• Music Department Concerts: You will receive one credit for all concerts and recitals presented by the department that you attend as an observer.
• Ensemble Concerts That You Participate In: For con-certs featuring ensembles that you participate in, you will receive 1 credit for that ensemble per quarter, regardless of how many times that ensemble performs (if you are in multiple ensembles, you will receive 1 credit per quarter for each ensemble you participate in).
• Evensong: You must submit a printed program signed by one of the faculty to the Music Office no later than 1 week following the program.
• Other Concerts on Campus: Music Ed majors will receive 1 credit for attending ONE classical concert from the following: PUC Prep, PUC Elementary school, OR Paulin Center for the Creative Arts. If there is no at-tendance taker at the concert, submit to the Music Office, a printed program signed by one of the faculty no later than 1 week following the program.
• Off-Campus Attendance: Concerts must be classical in style, and you must submit a printed program to the Music Office no later than 1 week following the program. Most off-campus concerts will receive 2 credits. (If you have any questions about other concerts, speak with the department chair.)
The majority of concerts attended should be chosen from the “Calendar of Events” found on page ii and iii of this handbook. The most-up-to-date list can be picked up from the Music Office or you may go online to www. puc.edu/music-events.
Etiquette for Recitals and Concerts
• Attire - dress as you would for church and in accor-dance with the PUC Handbook Dress Code
(see page 18).
• Arrive at the concert on time and be seated before the concert begins. If you are late, wait outside the audito-rium until an appropriate break in the program when applause is heard. Then please be seated quickly and quietly toward the back of the auditorium.
• Refrain from talking, whispering, rustling papers, moving around, or leaving the auditorium during a per-formance to avoid interfering with the performer’s con-centration or the attention of others in the audience lis-tening to what is being presented.
• Avoid taking flash pictures during the performance, especially if a person is performing by memory.
• Applaud only at the end of multi-movement works: if you are unsure whether a piece is completed, wait until someone more knowledgeable begins clapping.
• Help educate others (at appropriate times) about cor-rect concert etiquette by example, writing a polite note or speaking to them at breaks in the music. Music majors are the ones who must educate the audiences of the fu-ture, so now is not too early to begin.
NOTE: Graduating seniors get an attendance waiver the quarter they are registered for and perform their degree recital.
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Theory Placement Examination (TPE)
Register for MUTH 121 and 121L (Theory I and lab). During the first two days of class, the TPE will be ad-ministered to determine if you have sufficient theoreti-cal background to be successful in the Music Theory se-quence. Students who do not pass will be encouraged to drop MUTH 121 and take MUTH 103 (Fundamentals of Music Theory) spring quarter in preparation for Theory I.
Skills Needed to Pass TPE
• Be able to recognize musical terms and sym- bols: identify notes in both treble and bass clefs, fermata symbols, repeat signs, etc
• Know how to create major and minor scales (3 forms) • Have an understanding of half and whole steps • A basic understanding of rhythm: time
signatures, note and rest values • Understanding of key signatures • Circle of fifths
Tests
As a music major, a basic understanding of piano theory and proficiency is invaluable in reinforcing concepts of music theory, for accompanying students at lessons, for reading musical scores, for expressing musical concepts to others, and for use in church and community servic-es. The state of California requires functional keyboard skills of music teachers for certification.
This piano proficiency test is administered at the first meeting of Theory I Lab (MUTH 121L). If you do not pass this exam, you are required to take piano lessons until the exam is passed. If you do not pass by the end of the sophomore year you may not be promoted into upper division (UD) lessons in your major instrument, and must continue to take piano lessons until you pass.
To register for piano proficiency lessons come to
the Music Office and fill out a Change of Registration Request form, obtain the appropriate MUSP 162 section number, get the required signatures and return form to the records office by the first Thursday of the quarter. You will receive these lessons for free as long as you practice at least 25 hours per quarter and record your practice hours regularly. Should you fail to do this, or if you receive a lesson grade lower than C-, you will be charged $250 for that quarter’s lessons.
A.S. or B.S. students who wish to continue with piano lessons after passing the PPT may register for MUSP 162, and will be charged $125 per credit hour per quarter.
B.Mus. students may continue with piano lessons as a secondary instrument (MUSP 386) at no charge.
PPT Part I (A.S., B.S., & B.Mus. music majors)
This part of the exam tests your basic piano skills, and must be passed by all music majors (see #1-4 below under Skills Needed to Pass).
Entrance Examinations
Piano Proficiency Test (PPT) Part I & II
PPT Part II (B.S. & B.Mus. music majors)
This part of the exam tests more advanced piano skills and must be passed by all B.S. and B.Mus. music ma-jors (see #1-8 below under Skills Needed to Pass).
Skills Needed to Pass PPT I
1. Major and Minor Scales: playing hands separately at a moderate tempo for one octave, ascending and descending. 2. Sight read a simple two-hand, two-part piece.
3. Be prepared to play five 4-part hymns (selected by your teacher if you are taking lessons). 4. Show ability to harmonize a simple given melody.
PPT II
5. All Major and Minor Scales: playing hands separately for two octaves, ascending and descending. 6. Prepared Repertoire: similar in style and difficulty as:
a) Bach, Prelude No. 1 in C Major (WTC I)
b) Minuet in G Minor, from Anna Magdalena Bach Book c) Mozart, Minuet in F, K.2
7. Show ability to improvise off a chord chart.
8. Sight reading hymns: to be performed at a slow, steady tempo, similar in style and difficulty to: a) “My Maker and My King”, SDA Hymnal #15
b) “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross”, SDA Hymnal #154 c) “Gleams of the Golden Morning”, SDA Hymnal #205 d) “Before Jehovah’s Awful Throne”, SDA Hymnal #82
Exit Interview
During the last quarter before graduation all music ma-jors are required to do an exit interview with the depart-ment chair during which time they will also take a short exit survey. The purpose of this interview is to provide an official opportunity for the student and chair to dis-cuss what elements of the curriculum were successful and which (from the student’s perspective) could be reviewed or adjusted. Both the survey, which will be placed in the student’s file, and the exit interview will help the department assess its success in helping the stu-dent reach the stustu-dent learning outcomes.
MFT Test
The Major Field Test is required of all 4-year music ma-jors in order to graduate, and is proctored by the Coun-seling Center. Please take this test very seriously. You will be required to take it near the beginning of your last quarter before graduation. You will receive notification about when and where you should take the test at least a week or two ahead of time, but the college calendar also shows the dates it is given each quarter. The graduation analyst will not approve your graduation until this test has been taken. Results for this test are often useful for entrance into graduate school, and future employers may also be interested if you share the results with them.
GNST 401
All graduating seniors from PUC are required to take GNST 401 - Senior Assessment Seminar. This class meets weekly for two hours and fifteen minutes during spring quarter, and is a requirement for graduation.
Listening Exams
All music majors who are taking any courses relevant to-ward their music degree must take this exam each quarter they are in residence. Students have the opportunity to learn and study music that is part of the standard reper-toire of classical music. For some of you, this music will be familiar. For others, it may open a whole new world of music you have never heard before.
At the beginning of the quarter a list of pieces from a par-ticular genre (or genres) will be posted on CANVAS. You are expected to listen to and become familiar enough with these pieces so that you can identify the pieces and list the associated composers at an exam given at the end of the quarter. Your score will be posted on CANVAS under the Listening Exam assignment.
Bachelor degree students are expected to pass 10 out of
12 exams.
Associate of Science degree students are expected to pass
5 out of 6 exams.
If you do not pass the listening exam you may be charged $125 for your lessons.
The quarter you are doing a degree recital or student teaching you are exempt from taking the listening exam.
At the end of each quarter you will receive a report that lists the require-ments you have fulfilled, as well as charges that will be applied to your school bill, and which course number in performance studies to register for next quarter. It will be e-mailed to you shortly after the end of the quar-ter. Please read the report carefully, and notify the office manager of any inconsistencies.
• Demonstrate a level of competence as a solo and Insufficient Adequate Strong Very Strong ensemble performer appropriate for a musician Evidence Evidence Evidence Evidence educated in the liberal arts. (SLO Rubric 1)
• Apply specific knowledge in Insufficient Adequate Strong Very Strong
• music theory Evidence Evidence Evidence Evidence
• music history • conducting
relevant to a musician educated in the liberal arts. (SLO Rubrics 2 and 3)
• Think, speak, and write clearly and effectively Insufficient Adequate Strong Very Strong
about music. (SLO Rubric 2) Evidence Evidence Evidence Evidence
• Utilize foundational skills in current technology in Insufficient Adequate Strong Very Strong music notation and synthesis. (SLO Rubric 4) Evidence Evidence Evidence Evidence Sample Rubric 1: Portfolio Rubric for B.S. Majors
The portfolio is required of all B.S. and B. Mus. students.
The purpose of the portfolio is twofold: 1) It gives you the opportunity to track your progress as a musician and to develop tools that will help you when you apply for a job. 2) It provides a useful assessment measure for the department so we can see how we can grow and improve as a department. As such, at your last port-folio evaluation, the department will examine it according to the portport-folio rubric below. It is expected that for each element in the rubric, 80% of the students will have a rating of “Adequate Evidence” or higher.
Your portfolio will be started during your first year as a music major and should be posted on CANVAS under your name/ePortfolios. Students will meet with the department chair before midterms, Spring quarter to review their portfolio and examine their progress as musicians and music majors. Your portfolio grade is tied to your senior recital and GNST 401 grades, and must be completed by the beginning of dead week of your last quarter.
The portfolio should contain the following information (there is no set format-just create something you can be proud of):
• A statement of purpose—ie: here is why I am a musician and choose to study music. This may change over the course of four years.
• Curriculum Vitae:
o List of studio teachers you have studied with.
o Festivals or music related seminars you have participated in. o Any master classes you have performed in (list the visiting teacher).
o List of recitals you performed on and ensemble concerts and other venues you’ve soloed in (if applicable).
o Skills you have honed (Finale, music technology, skills in orchestration, etc.) o Music related jobs you have held—paid or unpaid (ensemble librarian, set-up crew, administrative helper, grader/reader, etc.)
o Awards
o Repertoire studied (optional but strongly recommended).
A convenient time to update this is when you fill out your Jury/Repertoire Sheet each quarter. • At least one example of your best work from each year in residence.
• Audio or audio visual clips of your performances (optional). • A short bio (to be used in concert programs).
• Any program notes you write for the recitals you do. • Your musical resume (optional but recommended).
Recitals
(Download various forms from CANVAS. See inside front cover of this handbook for instructions) Why Have Recitals?
The Music Department encourages every music student to share music with others at least once during each quar-ter of lessons, no matquar-ter how simple the music. It is a good way to get to know and support each other. Also, it helps you to adapt (through repetition) to the stress of performing in public. There are a number of different kinds of recitals: general student recitals (GSRs), junior degree, senior degree, and solo recitals. Whichever kind you give, your participation must be recommended by your teacher and scheduling approved by the faculty.
General Student Recitals (GSR)
GSRs provide an opportunity for you to share your mu-sical performance ability with others, and to “practice” performing in public. Most music majors will perform on these recitals once each quarter. Fill out the forms: Rep Sheet & General Student Recital Information Turn these forms in via e-mail to [email protected] at least
a week before the recital. You may do 2 juries per year
at a GSR with your teacher’s permission but will still need to do a formal jury once a year.
Associate Degree and Non-degree Recitals Register for MUSP 289 • 15 minute recital
All A.S. music majors are required to complete an Asso-ciate degree recital. This recital should be given during your last quarter of study with your teacher, and must include at least 15 minutes of music chosen in consulta-tion with your teacher. This recital is juried. You may submit the Recital Program Repertoire form in place the Rep Sheet. NOTE: Graduating A.S. majors get a concert attendance waiver the quarter they are registered for and perform their degree recital.
B.S. music majors wishing to receive credit for a non-degree recital may register for this course: MUSP 289.
Junior Degree Recitals (B.Mus. Performance only) Register for MUSP 390 • 30 minute recital
All B.Mus. Performance music majors will present a ju-nior degree recital. This recital must include at least 30 minutes of music chosen in consultation with your teach-er. This recital is juried. You may submit the Recital Program Repertoire form in place the Rep Sheet.
Senior Degree Recitals (B.S. and B.Mus. Ed.) Register for MUSP 489 • 30 minute recital
(B.Mus. Perf.)
All B.S. and B.Mus. music majors will present a senior degree recital of music chosen in consultation with your teacher. Senior recitals should be given during the last quarter of study with your teacher. This recital is juried. You may submit the Recital Program Repertoire form in place the Rep Sheet. NOTE: Graduating seniors get a concert attendance waiver the quarter they are registered for and perform their degree recital.
B.S. Senior Project Register for MUED 489
B.S. music majors may petition the faculty to do a Senior Project instead of a senior recital. This project may take a variety of forms, and must be selected in consultation with your teacher.
Joint or Special Recitals
At some point, you (alone or with others) may decide to present a recital just for fun. Such non-required recitals need to be arranged through your teacher and the Music Department. You might, for example, wish to attempt to win the Certificate of Achievement (page 29). You would then give a recital each of your four years here at PUC. Or you might be invited to participate on a special recital presented by some of the more advanced students or de-partment teachers. Then again, perhaps you might wish to present a recital just for the pure joy of sharing your music with all of us.
Degree Recital Grades
At the completion of your degree recital (A.S. junior or senior recital) the Music faculty will assign a grade based on the Music Performance Rubric on page 45. They will also write brief comments about your recital, which will be placed in your permanent file in the Music Office. You may discuss them with your teacher shortly after your recital.(Junior and joint recitals are juried performances and therefore, comments will be processed as usual.
Repertoire/Performance Classes
Not for credit performance classes in various instruments and voice are scheduled each quarter as part of your per-formance studies (private lessons). These classes provide opportunities for practice in performing under low-stress situations in preparation for recitals and juries, and for peer feedback. Teachers provide instruction in perfor-mance techniques, stage manners and appropriate attire. While these classes are not for credit, individual teachers may require attendance.
Except for repertoire/performance classes and general student recitals, you will need to do certain things be-sides practicing, to prepare for your recital. You will find the Solo or Joint Recital Guide (pages 19-20 in this handbook and on CANVAS under Files-Music Majors-FORMS) helpful in planning your recital. It contains step-by-step instructions for preparing the appropriate forms and what to do when.
• Printed Programs: All programs must be printed by the Department of Music in the standard departmental format. Be sure all your information is approved by your teacher and to the music office one week before your re-cital. You may submit a high resolution photo or graphic (JPG) for the front of your program.
• Program Assistants & Accompanists: You will need
to ask friends and fellow music majors to assist you with various roles such as stage set-up, raising and lowering the piano, moving stands and chairs, etc. Any time-consuming set-up and take-down (such as curtains) is to be provided by your assistants. The department will not pay student employees to assist in recitals. It is certainly appropriate for you to provide a gift of appreciation to your assistants and accompanists. All those assisting you should dress appropriately, usually in black, and in ac-cordance with the PUC Student Handbook (see page 18).
• PA, Microphones and Lights: The department
pro-vides a PA technician to operate the lights, microphone and audio recording for your recital. Be prepared to let the technician know your lighting and mic needs at least 24 hours before your recital. Using one of your printed programs, clearly indicate where you want lights turned up and down, and mics adjusted. Keep in mind, the tech-nician is not available to act as a stage hand or usher. • Recording: The Department of Music will audio re-cord your recital for our file. You may request a copy, however, the CD is not for public distribution and may not be copied or shared in any form, mechanical (real CD) or digitally.
You may video record your recital at your own expense. You may find your own videographer or Media Services can do it for you (the cost will be put on your school bill). It is suggested that the video recording be a fixed record-ing to keep the costs and distractions durrecord-ing your recital down. Notify the Music Office and approval will be sent to Media Services. They will contact you for specifics.
• Ushers & Doors: The entrance doors to the recital
hall make noise when opened or closed. Arrange with a teacher to decide which to lock and which to have un-locked with the crash bar dogged down for quieter op-eration. You should arrange for at least two of your mu-sic major friends to serve as ushers. Inform them to let people enter only at breaks between pieces.
• Decorations: If you have stage decorations, be sure
they are removed and that the stage and lobby are left in good condition when the recital is over. (See pages 38-39 of this handbook for auditorium and lobby usage guidelines). You are responsible to delegate clean-up af-ter your recital.
• Piano, Harpsichord, etc.: Decide with your teacher
which instruments you will need and arrange for them to be in the proper place for your use. Afterward, be sure they are returned to their original places if necessary.
• Reception & Coordinator: The Department of Music
does not generally provide receptions for student recitals. We will provide a table and the use of the kitchenette if you would like to arrange a reception yourself. Make the reception arrangements with your teacher, choose a coordinator and contact the Music Office to check out a kitchenette key. (See pages 41 for guidelines and clean-ing instructions).
• Rehearsal: In order to familiarize yourself with the
auditorium instruments and acoustics you are guaran-teed a minimum of 4 hours of practice time in the audi-torium in preparation for your recital. More hours may be scheduled if the auditorium is available. Sign up for specific time slots at the music office. Also, make ar-rangements for placement of instruments, stands, chairs, etc. If you practice just before your recital, remember to finish practicing at least 20 minutes before your recital begins to give your audience time to enter the hall.
• Conduct: Your recital should be performed in a
pro-fessional manner. Acknowledge your audience in a gra-cious way on your first bow. If the applause continues, your return to the stage should be midway to the center of the stage. If applause still continues, include your ac-companist and those who have assisted you in your re-cital.
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• Intermission: It is not our custom to have an
inter-mission. Exceptions to this practice are made when the program is longer than one hour and/or the performance needs costumes or prop changes. After a very taxing piece or group of pieces, you can leave the stage for a short period (two or three minutes).
• Encores: You may prepare an encore with your
teach-er’s approval to be performed if it seems appropriate.
• Attire: Your recital attire should be selected in
consul-tation with your studio teacher, and in accordance with the Attire guidelines below and the PUC Student Hand-book Dress Code. Page turners, ushers and stagehands, whether on or off stage, are expected to dress appropri-ately in black. Consult the department chair if you have any questions.
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Attire Guidelines for Recital and Concert Attendees
Dressing appropriately and modestly when attending recitals and concerts is appropriate and respectful. Coming to a musical event dressed in sweat pants, and a tank top is not appropriate attendance attire. (See the DRESS CODE below).
Attire Guidelines for Recital Performers
WomenFor GSRs: dresses and skirts should be modest and cover the knees when seated. Any slits in the skirt should end at the knee when seated. Slacks should be loose fitting. Shoulders should be covered.
For Formal Recitals: Tea-length skirts or longer are strongly recommended. Slits in the skirt should end at the knee when seated. Tops should cover the shoulders, and bodice in a modest fashion. No revealing, low-cut attire.
Men
For GSRs: Long sleeve shirt with tie and dress pants (like church clothes) are expected.
For Formal Recitals: A coat and tie are appropriate for formal recitals. Pants should not be tight fitting. Tuxedos are optional.
DRESS CODE (From PUC Student Handbook)
The College’s dress policy guidelines follow biblical goals of modesty and simplicity. Students are encouraged to wear clothing ap-propriate to the occasion.
Shoes and sandals should be worn outside residence hall and in residence hall chapels and lobbies. Logos, pictures and working on clothes should be in harmony with Seventh-day Adventist principles.
The College encourages students to respect the Adventist tradition of dressing “jewelry free” as a sign of respecting the Adventist sub-culture. Dressing “jewelry free” at PUC is not a matter of morality, but rather a part of the Adventist heritage of simplicity.
Furthermore, modesty should be one’s guide in determining appropriate attire. Tight-fitting garments and revealing clothes are not con-sidered appropriate for on-campus attire. Swimming and sports are all encouraged at PUC, but again, let modesty be your guide when choosing something to wear to the field or the pool.
Shorts (near the top of the knee) are fine in any location on campus except in the church sanctuary and the Dining Com-mons during Sabbath hours.
