Biola University 2012-2013 Catalog C onservatory of M usic Faculty
Prior study in the areas of music theory, sight-singing and dictation, keyboard skills, and individual performance will be validated through placement examinations. Advanced standing may be gained through placement examinations in the areas of music theory, sight- singing and dictation, keyboard skills, and individual performance; however, no credit(s) will be given for waived courses. Waiver of courses on the basis of placement examinations without comparable prior course credit will increase elective credits required. Credit for courses taken at a non-accredited college or university will be granted only through placement or challenge examinations. Special Programs / Opportunities Ensembles The Conservatory provides opportunities for experience in several types of vocal and instrumental ensembles, including the Biola Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Women’s Chorus, Vocal Jazz Ensemble and Chamber Music Ensembles. All are open to non-music majors as well as music majors by audition. Concert Series The Conservatory concert series features outstanding guest artists and student ensembles. Masterclasses & Artist-in-Residence Program Opportunities for participating in masterclasses with guest artists are available annually. Of special note is the ongoing series of masterclasses and recitals by world- renowned artists, including Menahem Pressler, pianist, The Southern California area provides exceptional opportunities for hearing the world’s leading artists, as well as outstanding college and church music performances. Service Opportunities The Los Angeles metropolitan area offers many Artist-in-Residence. Local Opportunities opportunities for remunerative service in music. There are frequent openings for competent church choir directors, soloists, accompanists, instrumentalists, and organists. Scholarships Music awards in varying amounts are available to qualified students. Complete information is available by writing: Director, Conservatory of Music, Biola University, 13800 Biola Avenue, La Mirada, CA 90639-0001. Music Degree Programs In order to graduate, music students must reach primary applied proficiency level standards designated for each degree program. For more information, see the Conservatory Office. Integration Seminar Requirement Students enrolled in Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, and Bachelor of Arts music degree programs are required to take BBST 465 - Integration Seminar:
George Boespflug
Director
Boespflug, Liesch, Lock, Robison
Professors
Feller, Hulling, Hung, Owen, Stewart
Associate Professors
Denham, Larson, Park
Assistant Professors
Artist in Residence
Menahem Pressler
Pianis
Mission The Biola University Conservatory of Music is a community of artist-teachers and gifted young musicians striving for the highest artistic achievement to the glory of God. Learning Outcomes To serve as a professional school preparing music specialists for teaching, performance, worship ministry, graduate study and other careers in music. To prepare all our graduates for effective contribution to the musical life of the evangelical church. To provide opportunities for all students to study music as an essential part of a liberal education. Admission Requirements All students seeking admission must demonstrate musical background and performance strengths necessary for successful completion of the stated curriculum. Admission into Biola University does not guarantee admission into the Conservatory as a music major. A student will be admitted to the Conservatory of Music after: 1. Meeting requirements for University admission. 2. Completing a Conservatory application with the required number of references. 3. Completing a Conservatory audition, including a basic musicianship examination designed to demonstrate University level music study readiness. After acceptance and upon entrance, students will be given placement examinations and auditions in music dictation, keyboard skills and performance. These examinations are given for the purpose of validating prior study and determining proper placement in music courses. Specific information concerning the content of these examinations and suggestions for preparation are available by contacting the Conservatory Office. Transfer of Credit / Advanced Standing With the exception of courses in music theory, sight- singing and dictation, keyboard skills, and individual performance, courses taken at other regionally accredited colleges and universities in the United States will be accepted on a comparable course basis.
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