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Kansas Wesleyan University Music Department

2018-2019

Student Handbook

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Music Department to provide students with a comprehensive music education by focusing on a theoretical

understanding of the musical language, the art of performance and the spiritual role music plays, individually and culturally.

The policies and procedures stated in this handbook apply to all students admitted and/or active in the KWU Music Department. The contents of this handbook may be subject to change throughout the

program. Faculty reserve the right to change policies when needed. If changes are made to contents of this handbook, you will be informed.

Revised 08/20/18

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome

About the Music Department………………………………………………………………. 2 Major/Minor Options…………………………………………………………………………. 2 Mission Statement……………………………………………………………………………… 2 About this Handbook………………………………………………………………………….. 2 Music Faculty/Adjunct Faculty/Staff……………………………………………………. 3

Attendance/Requirements

Rehearsal Expectations………………………………………………………………..………4 Student Recital Requirements……………………………………………………..….……4 Recital Attendance…………………………………………………….………..….…………...5 Masterclass Attendance………………………………………………………………………..5 Piano Proficiency………………………………………………………..………..….………….5 Music Service Hours……………………………………………………..….………………….5

Performance-based classes (Ensembles/Lesson)

Ensemble requirements for Music Majors………………………………………….….6 Ensemble/Lesson Expectations……………………………………..………………….….7 Final Portfolio Requirements……………………………………………..….…..………….8

Degree-Required Recital Guidelines…………………………….……………………….9

Facilities & Equipment……………………………………………..….…..…………………...11 Important Dates for 2018-2019…………………………………………………………….12

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About the Music Department At Kansas Wesleyan University, students have first-hand opportunities to receive instruction from world-class faculty, such as Metropolitan Opera soprano, Rebecca Copley, internationally-acclaimed concert pianist, Tatiana Tessman, and Broadway credited actress/dancer, Karen Babcock Brassea. Each faculty member, in addition to stressing quality performances, emphasizes the day-to-day basic music education techniques that lend themselves to preparing students to become marketable, well-prepared educators and performers. Students at Kansas Wesleyan are able to tailor their course of study to match specific interests or goals, such as instrumental conducting, composition or operatic solo singing. Because of these unique small-school advantages, graduates from KWU enter the classroom as a well-rounded music educator, possessing the skills needed for today's music teaching jobs. Musicians from all academic disciplines at KWU are involved in a wide range of groups: Wind Ensemble, Philharmonic Orchestra, String Orchestra, Pep Band, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, Philharmonic Choir and Wesleyan Chorale.

Major Options

• Music General • Music Education (PreK–12) • Music Performance • Music Theatre

Minor Option

• Music

Mission Statement It is the mission of the Music Department to provide students with a comprehensive music education by focusing on a theoretical understanding of the musical language, the art of performance and the spiritual role music plays, individually and culturally.

About this Handbook This handbook is created to provide a quick and easy reference to departmental policies, assessment, requirements and expectations. Additional information can be found be consulting the University course catalog or faculty advisors. Please feel free to communicate any questions, issues or stresses to any of the Music Department faculty.

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Music Faculty

Barbara Marshall Nickell – Chair of the Division of Fine Arts Email: bmarsh@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4390 Dr. Ken Hakoda – Chair of the Music Department, Director of Choral Music

Email: hakoda@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4374 Rebecca Copley – Director of Vocal Studies

Email: rebecca.copley@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4375 Dr. Jesse Henkensiefken – Director of Orchestras, Cello Instructor

Email: jesse.henkensiefken@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4378 Dr. Carl Rowles – Director of Bands, Instructor of Trumpet

Email: carl.rowles@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4373

Dr. Tatiana Tessman – Director of Piano, Artist in Residence

Email: tatiana.tessman@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4377 Karen Babcock Brassea – Director of Theatre Email: karen.brassea@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4385 Judy Weber – Staff Accompanist

Email: judy.weber@kwu.edu Phone: 785-833-4376 Alison Harbaugh – Music Dept. Assistant

Email: alison.harbaugh@kwu.edu Phone: 785-738-7051 Erik Peterson – Fine Arts Graduate Assistant Email: erik.peterson@kwu.edu

Adjunct Faculty

Ben Beggs – Double Bass Doug Beyer – Violin/Viola Laura Black – Violin Denise Blehm – Violin Michelle Cardinal-Dolan – Vocal Jessica Hakoda – Elem. Music Methods Dean Kranzler – Percussion

Wendy Stein –Clarinet/ Saxophone Bill Tuzicka – Music Education Kay Werth – Oboe/Bassoon TBA – Flute

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Rehearsal Expectations To create an optimum rehearsal environment that is professional, free from distraction and focused entirely on the music, all members of each performing ensemble at KWU are expected to:

1) Arrive before rehearsal starts to set up instrument and begin to warm-up.

2) Have all necessary music for the rehearsal and a pencil.

3) Not engage in distracting side conversations during rehearsal, even when your section is not playing.

4) Not talk while the director is talking.

5) Not bring any kind of food or beverage into Sams, Fitzpatrick or on stage. Water in a closed bottle is permitted.

6) Not have cellphones out during rehearsal. Just leave them in your case!

7) Maintain a positive attitude towards your peers. Do not engage in negative remarks aimed at others. An ensemble only works by supporting each other, not tearing each other down.

8) Obtain permission from the director prior to missing a rehearsal.

Student Recital Requirements The Department of Music will present at least 4 student recitals per semester. Student recital sign-up sheets will be located on the bulletin board in the Music Lounge. Music Performance Majors:

• Must perform in 2 student recitals per semester Music Education Majors:

• Must perform in 1 student recital per semester Music Theatre Majors:

• Must perform in 1 student recital per semester

Music General Majors:

• Must perform in 1 student recital per semester Music Minors:

• Must perform in 1 student recital annually

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Recital/Concert Attendance Goal: Students will learn musical literature, concepts of musical styles, performance standards, concert etiquette and procedure by attending live musical performances. Attendance will be taken at all student recitals and is mandatory for all Music Majors. Additionally, all Majors and Minors must attend a total of 8 concerts/recitals per semester including the mandatory student recitals in order to pass the attendance portion of the student’s final portfolio. (4 student recitals + 4 other concert/recitals) Students will get attendance credit for KWU concerts that they participate in. Likewise, students may get credit for outside concerts if they present a program from the concert to Alison Harbaugh. Outside events should be classical or educational in nature – i.e. pop music concerts will not be counted for attendance credit. Finally, it is at the discretion of the music faculty if certain events shall be mandatory attendance for Music Majors.

Masterclass Attendance All students enrolled in applied lessons are expected to attend all scheduled masterclasses for their appropriate discipline to meet the requirements of applied lessons.

Piano Proficiency Goal: Music Majors must demonstrate a skill set in piano proficiency as a trained musician.

Each student must complete the Piano Proficiency sequence I-IV. Student may test out of the Proficiency Sequence by taking the Proficiency exam (additional fees required.) Student may choose to take 4 semesters of Applied Piano.

Music Service Hours

All Music Majors are expected to help with all music events, concerts & contests held by

the Music Department.

**Students must work and document at least 36 hours annually as part of the final portfolio requirements. A completed service hours timesheet must be signed by member of the music faculty and will be kept on file. Mandatory Service Events for ALL Music Majors: * Wed., Feb. 20 – Middle Level Music Contest * Sat., Apr. 27 – 2A State Solo/Ensemble Festival Examples of ways to earn service hours:

• Helping with music events / contests

• Helping set up and take down the concerts

• Volunteer with outreach activities

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Ensemble Requirements for Music Majors It is the Music Department’s goal to produce well-rounded musicians and music educators that possess a depth of knowledge regarding various musical styles, instruments and ensembles. In order for majors to obtain the varied experience necessary, it is the belief of the music faculty that each student should participate in a wide variety of ensembles (within and apart from his or her specialty). *Music Education Majors are required to participate in a minimum of 3 ensembles per semester.

➢ Voice students must enroll in Philharmonic Choir, Wind Ensemble or Orchestra AND choose 1 from the following: Wesleyan Chorale (with audition), Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble or String Quartet (with audition).

➢ Wind/Percussion students must enroll in Wind Ensemble, Philharmonic Choir AND

choose 1 from the following: Wesleyan Chorale (with audition), Salina Symphony (invitation only), Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble or String Quartet (with audition).

➢ String students must enroll in Orchestra, Philharmonic Choir AND participate in the Salina Symphony if accepted following required auditions or choose 1 from the following: Wesleyan Chorale (with audition), Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble or String Quartet (with audition).

Salina Symphony Mandatory Auditions – Aug.14, 7:30 p.m o Each string student must audition for the Salina Symphony at the beginning of

each year. Participation requirement will depend upon acceptance. o Wind students may audition to be included on the Salina Symphony sub-list.

*Music Performance and Music General Majors are required to participate in a minimum of 2 ensembles per semester within their specialty. *Music Theatre Majors are required to be in a minimum of one vocal ensemble and must audition for all KWU sponsored productions. Note: Individual student requirements may vary dependent upon scholarship requirements.

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Ensemble/Applied Lessons Expectations Performance classes (ensembles and applied lessons) are a part of each student’s academic

classes as Music Majors and Minors. Please understand the following guidelines:

1. All students enrolled in music lessons are required to perform a proficiency exam

before a faculty jury at the end of each semester. The music faculty will evaluate the

student on their progress over the semester. Juries will be held during finals week

and sign-ups will be posted.

2. Students should practice a minimum of 3 hours per week for each hour of applied

lessons registered for.

3. Students must make KWU rehearsals and performances their priority. All schedule

conflicts should be avoided in regards to jobs and/or other activities on campus.

Please communicate with the ensemble directors or instructors if conflicts are

unavoidable.

4. Students are encouraged to participate in musical activities outside of KWU for

musical enrichment. However, KWU music engagements must come as the priority.

Please seek permission if asked to be involved in outside activities that conflict with

any KWU rehearsals and performance (ex: SCT pit orchestra, church group)

a. The Salina Symphony and KWU sponsored SCT productions are official

partners of KWU and these rehearsals should also have the priority (with the

exception of other KWU ensemble rehearsals/concerts.) Any conflicts should

be communicated with Prof. Hakoda immediately.

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Final Portfolio Requirements In lieu of a departmental exam, all Music Majors shall submit a final portfolio as evidence for graduation from the Music Department. This portfolio shall showcase each Major’s work while at KWU and will become a key piece of evidence that could be used for a job interview or application to graduate school. CONTENTS

□ Recital Attendance Completion Form o 8 events/semester x 8 semesters = 64 events

□ Listing of all concerts performed in (providing concert programs is advised)

□ Program from student’s Junior/Senior Recital(s)

□ Research Paper from Music History course

□ Examples of Compositions or Arrangements

□ Listing of schools and teachers observed (MUED Majors only)

□ Music Service Learning Timesheet

144 service hours (36 hours annually). The completed service hours timesheet must be verified by the music faculty, and will be kept on file. Examples of how you can earn hours:

Help out with music events / contests Help set up and take down the concerts Volunteer with outreach activities

It is expected that the portfolio be presented in a clean, professional layout (a 3-ring binder organized by section with a table of contents, or other means of visual organization). Students are advised to keep a digital copy of the portfolio as many employers use a paperless application system.

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Degree-Required Recital Guidelines

1. The student must enroll in MUSI471 Recital, which includes a $180 fee.

2. Junior Performance Majors must complete a recital of at least 30 minutes in length.

Seniors must complete a recital of at least 45 minutes in length.

a. Students may use one chamber ensemble appearance as part of this requirement

provided the student is performing on their primary instrument.

b. Students may perform in a secondary area with the approval of both applied

teachers.

3. Students are responsible for assembling a two-member recital committee. The

committee will be comprised of the following people:

a. Student’s applied lesson teacher.

b. The area head of the student’s primary area of study. (Voice - Rebecca Copley,

Wind/Percussion: Dr. Rowles, Strings: Dr. Henkensiefken, Piano: Dr. Tessman,

Musical Theatre: Karen Babcock Brassea)

i. In the event the area head is also the student’s applied lesson teacher,

another member must be selected.

4. Students are responsible for securing a date, time, and location for their recital and

recital hearing that fits the schedules of the committee members, accompanist, and any

additional performers. Recitals do not have to take place on campus. Churches or other

performance venues may be used, however, permission must be granted by the

Department Chair and the student is responsible for any reservation fees. Recital

hearings should take place on campus whenever possible.

a. Contact Alison Harbaugh (alison.harbaugh@kwu.edu) for help reserving a space

on campus.

5. Students will complete a recital hearing no less than two weeks prior to the proposed

recital date. The recital hearing can result in the following decisions:

a. PASS WITHOUT RESERVATION: The student has sufficiently prepared and may

give the recital on the proposed date.

b. CONDITIONAL PASS: The student is mostly prepared, but one or more works is

not performance ready. A “re-hearing” of the insufficient piece/s must take place

the following week, no less than 1 week prior to the proposed recital date. This

will have the following results:

i. PASS: The student as sufficiently remediated the piece/s in question and

may proceed to give the recital on the proposed date.

ii. FAIL: The student has NOT prepared the insufficient work/s. The

following options are available:

1. The work/s still in question can be removed from the program and

the student can perform, provided the minimum recital length

requirement is still met.

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2. If the recital cannot meet the minimum length requirements

without the work/s in question, the student will receive a “Fail”

grade. (See “c. FAIL”)

c. FAIL: The student is not prepared and the committee does not believe it can be

sufficiently remedied in the allotted time. If the student is unprepared on at least

half of the program, the student will automatically fail the recital hearing.The

student will receive a “Fail” grade and the following will happen:

i. First/Second Failure: The student may complete the recital the following

semester, following the same application and hearing procedures.

ii. Third Failure: The student will be removed from the program.

Example: Carl wants to do a trumpet recital on October 21st. The LAST POSSIBLE day for his recital hearing would be October 7 (2 weeks before the proposed recital date). If any piece is not prepared, it must be reheard ON OR BEFORE October 14 (1 week before the proposed recital date).

6. Students are responsible for all promotional materials and expenses, including posters

and program printing.

a. Programs, including all relevant information, notes, translations, etc., must be

approved by the recital committee at the hearing.

7. Recital Applications are due to the Department Chair within two weeks of the beginning

of the semester that the recital will take place. Applications must include the following:

a. Proposed program, including performance length of individual pieces.

b. Proposed date, time, and location of the recital

c. Date, time, and location of the recital hearing

d. Signatures from the student’s accompanist and any additional musicians

agreeing to the selected dates and times.

e. Signatures from both recital committee members agreeing to the selected dates

and times.

8. Students are responsible for making arrangements for audio or video recording.

9. Students are responsible for making arrangements for receptions, if desired. No

alcoholic beverages may be served.

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Facilities & Equipment

School Instrument Check-Out

Instruments are available and checked out on a yearly basis from Professor Rowles. There is no rental fee. Instruments must be returned at the end of each school year.

Practice Rooms

Individual practice rooms are available during Pioneer Hall hours. Do not prop doors open while using a practice room in order to not disrupt other students practicing or studying. Leave the practice rooms as you found them.

Instrument Lockers

Locker check-out is available to music students from Professor Rowles. Lockers must be emptied at the end of each school year and locks removed.

Use of Sams Chapel/Fitzpatrick Auditorium/PH 159

All practice sessions, rehearsals or performances in Sams Chapel & Fitzpatrick Auditorium must be pre-approved by music faculty to avoid conflicts with other scheduled events. No food or beverage is allowed inside performance venues.

KWU Student Taught Lessons

Any student wishing to provide private lessons on the KWU campus must receive departmental approval and guidance regarding disciplines taught and fees charged.

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Important Dates for 2018-2019 Fall Semester 2017 Date Time Event Location September 20 7:30 pm Up with People Mabee Gym

September 26 all day Vocal Music Learning Day Pioneer Hall

October 6 2:00 pm KWU Homecoming concert Sams Chapel

October 6 8:00 pm KWU Homecoming Alumni Play Fitzpatrick

October 7 4:00 pm Salina Symphony (Boston Brass) Stiefel Theatre

October 8 all day Middle School Honor Band/Concert Pioneer Hall

October 11-13 7:30/2pm KWU Fall Play Fitzpatrick

October 25-26 String Orchestra Tour Hutchinson,Wichita

October 28 3:00 pm Chorale @ Beloit Beloit, KS

November 4 4:00 pm Salina Symphony (Bernstein & Broadway) Stiefel Theatre

November 9 1:00 pm Orchestra Outreach Carnival of the AnimalsUUMC

November 15-17 7:30 pm KWU Opera – Hansel & Gretal Fitzpatrick

November 18 7:00 pm Salina Youth Choir & KWU Chorale Concert TBA

November 20 7:30 pm Wind Ensemble/Orchestra Concert Sams Chapel

November 27 7:30 pm Jazz/Perc. Ensemble Concert Sams Chapel

November 30 7:30 pm Singing Coyote Recital UUMC

December 4 7:30 pm Dance & Acting Showcase Fitzpatrick

December 9 3 & 7:30 pm Christmas by Candlelight Sams Chapel

December 15-16 7/4pm Salina Symphony (Christmas Festival) Stiefel Theatre

Spring Semester 2018

January 13-14 Band Retreat Pioneer

January 26-27 7/4pm Symphony/SCT - Hunchback of Notre Dame Stiefel Theatre

February 2 2:00 pm KWU Concerto/Aria Competition UUMC

February 7 all day High School Honor Band & Concert Pioneer

February 14 all day Singing Valentines (Chorale)

February 20 all day Middle School Music Contest

February 21-23 KMEA In-service (KIO) Wichita, KS

February 21 2:30 pm KWU Orchestra KMEA Performance Century II

February 22 10:00 am KWU Philharmonic Choir KMEA Perf. Century II

March 5 Salina Choral Festival Stiefel Theatre

March 7-12 Choir Tour TBA

March 19 7:00 pm Choir Home Concert UUMC

March 26-31 International Music Festival

March 31 4:00 pm Salina Symphony (Beethoven & Brahms) Stiefel Theatre

April 5-20 KWU/SCT Musical – Sunday in the Park w. George SCT

April 23 7:30 pm Jazz/Percussion Ensemble Concert Sams Chapel

April 26 7:30 pm Singing Coyote Recital UUMC

April 27 all day State 2A Music Contest at KWU

April 30 7:30 pm Wind Ensemble/Orchestra Concert Sams Chapel

May 3 7:30 pm Dance Showcase Fitzpatrick

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May 5 4:00 pm Salina Symphony (featuring Tatiana Tessman)Stiefel Theatre

May 6 7:30 pm Choir & Orchestra Pops Concert UUMC

May 7 7:30 pm Piano Recital Christ Cathedral

May 11 KWU Graduation Student Center

May 15-19 Wesleyan Journey – Costa Rica

Fall Student Recitals: 3:00pm, Sams Chapel

Wed., October 10

Wed., October 31

Wed., November 14

Wed., November 28

Wed., December 5

Spring Student Recitals: 3:00pm, Sams Chapel

Wed., February 6

Wed., February 27

Wed., March 20

Wed., April 3

Wed., April 24