2018

CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY

Summer Music Institute

This marks the 34th year of our Summer Music Institute (SMI)! This institute provides professional development for music educators and other musicians through a variety of graduate classes. Courses offer hands-on experiences, practical teaching techniques, and stimulating discussions among colleagues. There are several new courses and this summer that are balanced with tried and true courses and professors from recent years. You do not have to be in our Master’s program to enroll in our elective courses!

The Summer Music Institute is also the primary venue for our Master’s degree program that offers a unique blend of theory and practice, focus and versatility. Participants may apply to the Master of Science in Music Education program, and earn a degree in four summers.

Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) is located in the heart of Connecticut, affording participants from across the country numerous

Carlotta Parr, Director Lauren Bilello, Coordinator

All of our faculty members are nationally renowned, and SMI participants repeatedly give accolades for the program and faculty such as:

• “Expert teachers with professionalism and passion for their art and teaching.”

• “Terrific comprehensive masters program.”

• “Very practical and applicable classes with fun and friendly professors constantly keeping your classroom needs in mind.”

• “The CCSU Summer Music Institute is a wonderful challenge for music educators with friendly faculty and staff, and great courses.”

• “Very refreshing to have an adult class at an adult level with direct relevancy to bringing students of all ages to full competency.”

• “Great way to earn credits to increase your pay while meeting great people and learning new gems for your classroom. ”

• “Short term learning that lasts a lifetime!”

• “Recharge your musical battery at SMI!”

• “Top notch, nationally known clinicians are gems!”

• “For me, this is the single best path to a graduate degree.”

cultural and recreational opportunities while they are in the area. The capitol city of Hartford is nearby and offers many points of interest including the Wadsworth Atheneum and the Mark Twain House. Within easy driving distances are New York City, Boston, Cape Cod and other beaches, and the Norfolk and Tanglewood Music Festivals. We are confident that your summer experiences at CCSU will be rewarding. Please call or write for further information.

Telephone: (860) 832-3317 Email: parrc@ccsu.edu Mailing address: SMI 2018 c/o Dr. N. Carlotta Parr, Department of Music, Central Connecticut State University, 1615 Stanley Street, New Britain, CT 06050-4010.

Register early! All participants who register before May 15th are eligible for weekly drawing for a Jawbone External Speaker! Central Connecticut State University is a campus of the Connecticut State University System and is an AA-EO institution.

CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY INVITES YOU TO

Summer Music Institute 2018

FACULTY BY CATEGORY FOR 2018General Music: Amy Burns Jeremy Cohen BethAnn Hepburn Karen Howard Rob Hugh Diane Lange Shawna Longo Michael Miles

Instrumental: Scott Jones Carl Knox Kirk Moss Lauren Reynolds

Vocal/Choral: Rob Hugh Joanne Scattergood Reeves Chris Shepard

Technology: Amy Burns Michael Fein Stefani Langol Shawna Longo Scott Watson

Masters Core Courses: Erin Cooper Dora Hast

WEEK 1July 2-6, 2018MORNING CLASSES MUS 502: Musical Games for Literacy Instructor: Diane Lange

MUS 515: Producing Music in the Cloud Instructor: Scott Watson

AFTERNOON CLASSES MASTER’S CORE MUS 509: Comparative Music Studies Instructor: Dora Hast

MUS 557C: Purposeful Pathways Instructor: BethAnn Hepburn

WEEK 2July 9-13, 2018MORNING CLASSES MUS 570: Healthy Vocal Techniques Instructor: Joanne Scattergood Reeves

MUS 536A: Technology Tools for Learning and Assessment in the Elementary General Music Class Instructor: Amy Burns

AFTERNOON CLASSES MASTER’S CORE MUS 509: Comparative Music Studies Instructor: Dora Hast

MUS 508: Refining Your Craft: Repertoire, Rehearsal Techniques, and More! Instructor: Chris Shepard

MUS 525: STEAM It Up with Music Technology Instructor: Shawna Longo

MUS 562: Woodwind and Brass Repair Techniques Instructor: Carl Knox

WEEK 3July 16-20, 2018MORNING CLASSES MUS 557A: Introduction to Songwriting: Capturing the Voices of Children Instructor: Rob Hugh

MUS 572: Conducting and Repertoire for Secondary Band Instructor: Lauren Reynolds

MUS 536B: Popular Music and Technology in the General Music Classroom Instructor: Stefani Langol

AFTERNOON CLASSES MASTER’S CORE MUS 510: Current Issues in Music Education Instructor: Erin Cooper

MUS 503A: Rhythm Boot Camp Instructor: Scott A. Jones

MUS 501: Immediate Ukulele and Guitar Skills Instructor: Michael Miles

WEEK 4July 23-27, 2018MORNING CLASSES MUS 557B: Music of the Diaspora: Bringing African and Cuban Music Into Your Classroom Instructor: Jeremy Cohen

MUS 512: Effective Teaching Strategies For The String Class Instructor: Kirk Moss

AFTERNOON CLASSES MASTER’S CORE MUS 510: Current Issues in Music Education Instructor: Erin Cooper

MUS 503B: Woodwind Techniques: Refresh and Renew Instructor: Carl Knox

MUS 505: Global Traditions in Elementary Music Instructor: Karen Howard

Register early! Registrations by May 15 will be eligible for a free Jawbone External Speaker — drawing held each week!

WEEK AT A GLANCE

July 2-27 (Online Courses)MUS 579 OL1: Teaching Improvisation in the Classroom and Ensemble Using the iPad — Instructor: Michael FeinOnline OnlyMUS 528 OL1: Noteflight Certification — Instructor: Stefani Langol — Online Only

Visit our website: www.ccsu.edu/SMI for full course descriptions and faculty bios.

BethAnn Hepburn Chris ShepardKaren HowardKirk Moss

CHORAL Healthy Vocal Techniques 50592 MUS 570, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Joanne Scattergood Reeves Location: Welte 021

Refining Your Craft: Repertoire, Rehearsal Techniques and More! 50580 MUS 508, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Chris Shepard Location: Welte 021

Introduction to Songwriting: Capturing the Voices of Children 50588 MUS 557A, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 16-20 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Rob Hugh Location: Welte 021

GENERAL MUSIC EDUCATION Musical Games for Literacy 50576 MUS 502, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 2-6 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Diane Lange Location: 021

Purposeful Pathways 50590 MUS 557C, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 2-6 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: BethAnn Hepburn Location: Welte 019

Technology Tools for Learning and Assessment in the Elementary General Music Class 50587 MUS 536A, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Amy Burns Location: Welte 205

STEAM It Up with Music Technology 50682 MUS 525, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Shawna Longo Location: Welte 205

Introduction to Songwriting: Capturing the Voices of Children 50588 MUS 557A Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 16-20 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Rob Hugh Location: Welte 021

Immediate Ukulele and Guitar Skills 50575 MUS 501 Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 16-20 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Michael Miles Location: Welte 021

Music of the Diaspora: Bringing African and Cuban Music Into Your Classroom 50589 MUS 557B, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 23-27 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Jeremy Cohen Location: Welte Stage

Global Traditions in Elementary Music 50579 MUS 505, Sec 01 2 credits, $64 July 23-27 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Karen Howard Location: Welte 021

INSTRUMENTAL Woodwind and Brass Repair 50591 MUS 562, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Carl Knox Location: Welte 019

Conducting and Repertoire for Secondary Band 50593 MUS 572, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 16-20 8 am--12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Lauren Reynolds Location: Welte 019

Rhythm Boot Camp 50577 MUS 503A, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 16-20 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Scott Jones Location: Welte 019

Effective Teaching Strategies For The String Class 50583 MUS 512, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 23-27 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Kirk Moss Location: Welte 019

Woodwind Techniques: Refresh and Renew 50578 MUS 503B, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 23-27 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Carl Knox Location: Welte 019

TECHNOLOGY Producing Music in the Cloud 50584 MUS 515, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 2-6 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Scott Watson Location: Welte 205

Technology Tools for Learning and Assessment in the Elementary General Music Class 50587 MUS 536A, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Amy Burns Location: Welte 205

STEAM It Up with Music Technology 50682 MUS 525, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 9-13 1:15–5:45 pm & Thurs 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Shawna Longo Location: Welte 205

Popular Music and Technology for the General Music Classroom 50586 MUS 536B, Sec 01 2 credits, $640 July 16-20 8 am–12:30 pm & Tues 7-9:30 pm Instructor: Stefani Langol Location: Welte 205

ONLINE COURSES Teaching Improvisation in the Classroom and Ensemble Using the iPad 50594 MUS 579, Sec OL1 2 credits, $640 + $50 Online Fee July 2-27 Instructor: Michael Fein

Noteflight Certification 50585 MUS 528, Sec OL1 2 credits, $640 + $50 Online Fee July 2-27 Instructor: Stefani Langol

SMI 2018 COURSE OFFERINGS BY CATEGORIES

Register early! Registrations by May 15 will be eligible for a free Jawbone External Speaker — drawing held each week!

Visit our website: www.ccsu.edu/SMI for full course descriptions and faculty bios.

Registration: It is strongly recommended that you register at least one month before each course you are taking.

• Mail-in registration will begin March 5

• Online registration will begin March 28

• This summer, participants who register before May 15th will be eligible for a weekly drawing to win a Jawbone External Speaker! There will be a drawing at noon every Friday. Register early for your chance to win!

• All classes meet Monday through Friday. All one-week classes meet one evening as specified. Classes will meet on July 4th!

• All class sizes are limited, so register early!

• Cancellation decisions for professors will be made two weeks before the class begins. The University reserves the right to cancel any course due to low enrollment.

Housing: Rooms in air-conditioned dormitory halls are available to all participants on a weekly basis. Please see the SMI website for pricing, description of facility and all relevant information.

• SMI participants must register for housing separately from course registration through Residence Life.

• The Housing Registration form is on the website, with the address for sending in your reservation. Website: www.ccsusmi.com

Credits: Topics courses may be repeated for credit with different content for a maximum of 6 credits.

• The maximum number of credits that may be earned toward a degree at CCSU during one five-week term is eight.

• There is no limit on the number of credits one may take if you are not in the M.S. in Music Education degree program.

Textbooks: Some courses may require the purchase of texts or other materials. Requirements will be announced on the website OR on the first day of classes.

Location: All classes will meet in Welte Hall. Specific room numbers are posted with the course descriptions on the SMI website [www.music.ccsu.edu]. They will also be posted at the entrance of Welte Hall and outside the SMI office (Welte, Room 209).

Parking: Please park in student parking lots, especially the student lot behind the Student Center, including the parking garage. Those staying in the dorm may park in the dorm lots.

More Information: Consult the website www.music.ccsu.edu

• Before coming to CCSU, please consult the website for posted announcements, course materials, and other information as it comes in from instructors.

• For more information about the Master of Science in Music Education program at CCSU contact: Dr. Erin Cooper, Assistant Professor, Coordinator of Graduate Studies, Department of Music, (860) 832-1732, or at cooperec@ccsu.edu

IMPORTANT NOTES

MUS 509: Comparative Music StudiesStudy of the world of music from many perspectives including universal themes, organology, acoustics, iconography, notation, uses and function of music, and social identity. Prerequisite: Admission to the M.S. in Music Education program.

50581 MUS 509 Sec 01 3 credits, In-state resident: $1,887 July 2-13, 1:00--4:45 pm 3 credits, Out-of State resident: $1,887 Instructor: Dora Hast Location: Welte 109

MUS 510: Current Issues in Music Education Contemporary issues in music education and how these interface with educational reform. Topics and projects include curriculum (music and interdisciplinary), research, assessment, equity, and access. Prerequisite: Admission to M.S. in Music Education degree program and MUS 504 or permission of Graduate Music Coordinator.

50582 MUS 510 Sec 01 3 credits, In-state resident: $1,887 July 16-27, 1:00--4:45 pm 3 credits, Out-of State resident: $1,887 Instructor: Erin Cooper Location: Welte 109

CAPSTONE PROJECT IN MUSIC OR MUSIC EDUCATIONPrereq.: Admission to the Masters of Science (M.S.) in Music Educa-tion Program, at least 18 credits toward the planned program of study, a 3.00 cumulative grade point average, permission of the Department’s Graduate Committee. Individual study in an area of the student’s choice with the consultation of an adviser; may include written project, performance, or composition.

Hands-on Courses! • Renowned Faculty! • Last Year’s Tuition!

C O R E C O U R S E S

Register early! Registrations by May 15 will be eligible for a free Jawbone Speaker — drawing held each week!

Visit our website: www.ccsu.edu/SMI for full course descriptions.

The Master of Science (M.S.) in Music Education degree program at CCSU is designed to provide the certified music teacher with professional training beyond the baccalaureate degree in music education. The five core courses are offered in a three-year rotation during each Summer Music Institute (SMI). The summer workshops can be applied toward the twelve credits of electives required in the program. Graduates are expected to meet the challenges presented by the philosophical, pedagogical, theoretical, and musical aspects of the field through the development of the analytic and critical skills required to solve contemporary problems in various aspects of music and music education.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC EDUCATION

Call Dr. Parr at (860) 832-3317, or Email her at parrc@ccsu.edu for CRN numbers.

For more information about the Master of Science in Music Education program at CCSU contact: Dr. Erin Cooper, Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Graduate Program, Department of Music, (860) 832-1732, cooperec@ccsu.edu

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