Academics

    Music

    GENERAL INFORMATION

    The York College Division of Music is entering a new era of excitement and change.  Dynamic new music faculty members, state-of-the-art music facilities, a Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance, and a Bachelor of Science in Music Education and Music with Studies in Music Industry/Recording Technology are a few of the exciting changes that await music students at York College.

    The York College Division of Music is entering a new era of excitement and change. Dynamic new music faculty members, state-of-the-art music facilities and majors in Music Performance, General Music Education and Music Industry and Recording Technology are a few of the exciting changes that await music students at York College.

    Our goal is to prepare music students for successful careers in their chosen field. Students are provided with a unique combination of performance opportunities and academic studies within the liberal arts tradition. A distinguished music faculty provides students with opportunities for theoretical, historical and technological areas of study. Private music lessons are offered in all areas of voice, keyboard, string, brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. Jazz studies, opera and musical theater and music tours punctuate an already rich program of study, leading to Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Performance and Bachelor of Science degrees in General Music Education and Music with Studies in Music Industry/Recording Technology.

    We invite you to contact us anytime about being part of our exciting music program.

    Required Courses: Major in Music Performance (BA degree)
    Required Courses: Major in Music Education (BS degree)
    Required Courses: Major in Music with Studies in Music Industry/Recording Technology (BS degree)
    Division of Music

    MUSIC AUDITIONS

    Acceptance into the Division of Music for any of our three degree programs is by music audition only. The audition for Music Performance and General Music Education applicants is particularly important, as both degrees stress the development of strong musicianship and performance skills. Although the Music Industry and Recording Technology concentration is more technically oriented, the curriculum includes an important music studies component. Thus, an audition for acceptance into this degree program is also required to determine if the applicant has the necessary music background and experience to be successful in the pursuit of this degree.

    All auditions should be well prepared, demonstrating music reading skills, appropriate repertoire for one’s instrument or voice classification, performance skill and proper stage presence.

    For more information about specific audition requirements, the audition application form, audition dates, and music scholarship eligibility requirements, please contact Dr. Frederick Schreiner, Director, Division of Music. See Admission Procedures for specific contact information.

    PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

    Opportunities to perform abound at York College. For the serious musician, the College Chorale, Chamber Singers, Wind Symphony, and Orchestra perform works by the great masters. The Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Percussion Ensemble offer opportunities to play and study jazz improvisation in all styles. For the music theater lover, the Opera and Musical Theater offer a unique opportunity to sing, act and dance in Broadway musicals, opera and operetta. In addition, a variety of small ensembles offer more intimate opportunities for performance.

    Performing Ensembles open to all students include:
    College Chorale
    College Wind Symphony
    College Orchestra (Camerata)
    College Chamber Singers
    College Jazz Ensemble
    Jazz Combo
    Jazz Percussion Ensemble (Groove)
    Opera and Musical Theater
    Music Theater Workshop
    Brass Choir
    Flute Ensemble
    Guitar Ensemble
    String Ensemble
    Percussion Ensemble

    Our distinguished music faculty, many of whom maintain active performing careers, bring the real world of music into the classroom and private studio. To develop your individual talents, faculty artists offer private music lessons in all string, brass, woodwind and percussion instruments, voice, piano and organ. To round out your musical experience, there are student recitals, master classes, concert artists, opera and musical theater, jazz concerts, and much more.

    FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN MUSIC

    Music scholarships are awarded to music majors who have excelled in the area of music performance. Students are selected on the basis of their music audition, three letters of recommendation, their personal statement and academic achievement. The scholarships vary in amount according to the quality of the audition and the need of the recipient as established by the Financial Aid Office.

    There are a variety of academic scholarships that are available to music students, most notably, the Dean’s Scholarship (one-third tuition) and the Presidential Scholarship (one-half tuition). These scholarships are competitive, and are based on SAT scores, high school GPA, and class standing.

    In addition, the Division of Music regularly uses qualified work-study students. Applicants interested in work-study positions must contact the Financial Aid Office to determine eligibility.

    For more information on financial assistance in music, contact the Director, Division of Music at 717-815-1258 or fschrein@ycp.edu.

    ADMISSION PROCEDURES

    If you are interested in the Music majors, York College is well equipped to advise and prepare you for success. On the other hand, if you just want to enjoy music while preparing for a career in science, business, mathematics, nursing or some other field, York College is the place for you.

    Should you have any questions about music auditions, music scholarships, or acceptance procedures, please address them to Dr. Frederick Schreiner, Director, Division of Music, York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA 17403-3651, call 717-815-1258 or email at fschrein@ycp.edu.

    For further information regarding admission to York College, contact the Admissions Office, York College of Pennsylvania, York, PA 17403-3651, 717-849-1600.

    MUSIC FACULTY

    Frederick Schreiner, Director, Division of Music, Associate Professor of Music, DM, Indiana University School of Music

    Wayne Romer, Director of Instrumental Studies, Assistant Professor of Music, MM, Ithaca College

    Grace Muzzo, Director of Choral Studies, Assistant Professor of Music, DMA, University of Georgia

    Edward Debes, Coordinator, Music Industry/Recording Technology Program, Ed.S. Nova Southeastern University

    MUSIC FACULTY ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE

    Ali Kelly (Double Bass), MM, University of Maryland
    Linda Anderson-Baer (Voice), MM, Indiana University School of Music
    Melvin Baer (Music Theory, Violin, Viola, Piano), BM, Indiana University School of Music
    Nina Brown (Voice), MM, California State University, Long Beach
    Edward Debes (Electric Bass), Ed.S, Nova Southeastern University
    William Druck (Electric Guitar), BA, York College of Pennsylvania
    Matthew Fogleman (Guitar), BA, Temple University
    Kirstin Gordon (Oboe), MM, Michagan State University
    Christopher Hutton (Trumpet), MM, Towson State University
    Rachel Kauffman (Cello), MM, Duquesne University
    Harry Kehler (Music Education), BS, Lebanon Valley College
    Carole Knisely (Music Industry, Piano), MA, College of Vermont
    Alicia Kosack (Flute), MM, Indiana University School of Music
    Susan Loy (Clarinet, Saxophone), MM, Indiana University School of Music
    Jon Moyer (Low Brass), MS, Towson University
    Lois Nielsen (Piano), BA, Lycoming College
    Kenneth Osowski (Piano), DMA, Peabody Institute
    John Protopapas (World Music, Ethnomusicology), BM, University of Prayag Sangit Samitti, India
    Jeffery Stabley (Jazz Studies, Percussion), BM, Indiana University of Pennsylvania
    James Valliant (Voice), MM, Peabody Institute
    Julia Wagner (Bassoon), MM, Ithaca College

    MUSIC FACILITIES

    The study of music at York College is enhanced by the facilities in Wolf Hall. This state-of-the-art facility houses the Divisions of Music, Art and Communication, and has become the center for artistic activity on campus. The building features many unique spaces for the study and performance of music, including a recital hall, rehearsal rooms, practice rooms, private teaching studios, computer technology and music listening laboratories, recording and audio technology laboratories, music libraries and music and music education classrooms.

    At the heart of the music facilities inside Wolf Hall is the Music Recital Hall. This beautiful space is acoustically perfect, and is used for performances and special presentations by music students, music faculty and many other guest performers.

    CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

    If you are considering a career in music, you may not be aware of the variety of music professions available to you, and the opportunities they present. Some specific areas are, but not limited to the following.

    (Some professions listed here may require additional training and/or graduate study.)

    Teaching music in the Elementary or Secondary Schools or Parochial Schools
    College or University music teaching
    Private studio teaching
    Church or Temple choir director/cantor
    Music Therapy
    Performing Musician
    Composer and Conductor
    Music retail industry
    Music recording and production industry
    Television/Radio music production
    Audio for Post-Production
    Music librarian
    Arts Administration
    Lyricist
    Music biographer
    Music business attorney
    Architectural acoustic engineer
    Music publication
    Music reporter or critic
    U.S. Armed Forces Bands and Choirs

    UPCOMING AUDITION DATES

    Saturday, October 25, 2008 (College Open House)
    Saturday, November 1, 2008
    Saturday, November 8, 2008 (College Open House)
    Saturday, February 7, 2009
    Saturday, February 21, 2009
    Saturday, March 14, 2009
    Saturday, March 21, 2009
    Saturday, March 28, 2009 (Last day to be considered for a music scholarship)

    Summer 2009 (By appointment only)

    Download a Music Audition Application (PDF).

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