Music

Majors
Music Performance · General Music Education · Music Industry & Recording Technology

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 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 degrees in Music Performance and Bachelor of Science degrees in General Music Education and Music Industry and Recording Technology.

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

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
Music Producer
Performing Musician
Composer and Conductor
Music retail industry
Music recording and production industry
Television/Radio music 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

Courses Offered

Degree Programs
Major in Music Performance (BA degree)

14 courses in music theory, history and literature
6 music electives
Private music lessons
Music ensembles
Senior recital
General Education requirements

Major in General Music Education (BS degree)

15 courses in music theory, history and literature
6 courses in music education
2 courses in conducting
Private music lessons
Music ensembles
Senior recital
General education requirements

Major in Music Industry and Recording Technology (BS degree)

10 courses in music theory, history and literature
3 courses in music industry
3 courses in recording technology
3 courses in business
Private music lessons
Music ensembles
Music internship
General education requirements

Major in Music
(Two year AA degree)

9 courses in music theory and literature
Private music lessons
Music Ensembles
General education requirements

Minor in Music

6 courses in music theory and literature
Private music lessons
Music ensembles

Minor in Music Industry

6 courses in music and music industry

Music Courses

Foundations of Music Theory
Music Theory I-IV
Sight Singing and Ear Training I-IV
Music Appreciation
Jazz History
Jazz Improvisation
Jazz Theory
American Popular Music
History of Rock and Roll
Introduction to Music Literature
Music History I-II
Music and Culture in the 20th Century
Song Literature
Opera History
Piano Literature
Diction for Singers
Vocal Pedagogy I-II
Piano Pedagogy
Ethnomusicology
World Music
Form and Analysis
Orchestration and Arranging
Composition
Commercial Song Writing
Choral Conducting
Instrumental Conducting
Private Music Lessons
Music Ensembles

Music Education Courses

Educational Experiences in Music
Teaching Music in the Elementary School
Teaching Music in the Secondary School
String, Brass, Woodwind, Percussion and Vocal Methods

Music Industry and Business Courses

Survey of Music Industry
Entertainment and Promotion
Music Publishing, Licensing and Copyright
Audio Production I, II, & III
Music Production I & II
Principles of Marketing
Principles of Management
Small Business Ventures

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, audio recording studios, music libraries and music and music education classrooms.

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

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 degree is 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 below under 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 (Groove)

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 Music Performance, Music Education, or Music Industry and Recording Technology, 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 17405-7199, or 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 17405-7199, (717)-849-1600.

Music Faculty Highlights

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

Kenneth Osowski, Director of Music Theory and Keyboard Studies, Assistant Professor of Music, DMA, Peabody Conservatory

Edward Debes, Director of Music Industry Studies, Assistant Professor of Music Industry and Communication, Ed.S., Nova Southeastern University

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

Kimberly Buchar Kelley (Bassoon), DMA, University of Illinois

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

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), B.A., Lycoming College

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

Randal Woodfield (Voice, Opera), DMA, Peabody Conservatory

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	Music Majors Music Performance · General Music Education · Music Industry & Recording Technology 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 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 degrees in Music Performance and Bachelor of Science degrees in General Music Education and Music Industry and Recording Technology. We invite you to contact us anytime about being part of our exciting music program. 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 Music Producer Performing Musician Composer and Conductor Music retail industry Music recording and production industry Television/Radio music 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 Courses Offered Degree Programs Major in Music Performance (BA degree) 14 courses in music theory, history and literature 6 music electives Private music lessons Music ensembles Senior recital General Education requirements Major in General Music Education (BS degree) 15 courses in music theory, history and literature 6 courses in music education 2 courses in conducting Private music lessons Music ensembles Senior recital General education requirements Major in Music Industry and Recording Technology (BS degree) 10 courses in music theory, history and literature 3 courses in music industry 3 courses in recording technology 3 courses in business Private music lessons Music ensembles Music internship General education requirements Major in Music (Two year AA degree) 9 courses in music theory and literature Private music lessons Music Ensembles General education requirements Minor in Music 6 courses in music theory and literature Private music lessons Music ensembles Minor in Music Industry 6 courses in music and music industry Music Courses Foundations of Music Theory Music Theory I-IV Sight Singing and Ear Training I-IV Music Appreciation Jazz History Jazz Improvisation Jazz Theory American Popular Music History of Rock and Roll Introduction to Music Literature Music History I-II Music and Culture in the 20th Century Song Literature Opera History Piano Literature Diction for Singers Vocal Pedagogy I-II Piano Pedagogy Ethnomusicology World Music Form and Analysis Orchestration and Arranging Composition Commercial Song Writing Choral Conducting Instrumental Conducting Private Music Lessons Music Ensembles Music Education Courses Educational Experiences in Music Teaching Music in the Elementary School Teaching Music in the Secondary School String, Brass, Woodwind, Percussion and Vocal Methods Music Industry and Business Courses Survey of Music Industry Entertainment and Promotion Music Publishing, Licensing and Copyright Audio Production I, II, & III Music Production I & II Principles of Marketing Principles of Management Small Business Ventures 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, audio recording studios, music libraries and music and music education classrooms. At the heart of the music facilities is the Recital Hall, located in Wolf Hall. This beautiful space is acoustically dynamic, and is used for performances and special presentations by music students, music faculty and many other guest performers. 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 degree is 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 below under 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 (Groove) 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 Music Performance, Music Education, or Music Industry and Recording Technology, 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 17405-7199, or 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 17405-7199, (717)-849-1600. Music Faculty Highlights 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 Kenneth Osowski, Director of Music Theory and Keyboard Studies, Assistant Professor of Music, DMA, Peabody Conservatory Edward Debes, Director of Music Industry Studies, Assistant Professor of Music Industry and Communication, Ed.S., Nova Southeastern University 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 Kimberly Buchar Kelley (Bassoon), DMA, University of Illinois 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 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), B.A., Lycoming College 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 Randal Woodfield (Voice, Opera), DMA, Peabody Conservatory	Apply Online Majors Financial Aid/Costs Visit Us Campus Map & Virtual Tours Schmidt Library Contact Directory YCP Facts at a Glance Bookstore News & Events Sports Information Message from the President

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