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PERFORMING ENSEMBLES
Kent State Stark’s performing ensembles are open for membership
to students by audition as credit courses. According to degree
requirements, music majors must participate for credit in a
large performing ensemble each semester. These involvement
opportunities give students diverse performing experiences.
Large and small performing ensembles include the following:
»C
hamber Ensemble in Opera
and Musical Theatre
» Chorale
» Concert Band
» Guitar Ensemble
» Percussion Ensemble
»P
op, Rock, Jazz and
Electronic Ensembles
» Woodwind and Brass
Ensembles
» University Chorus
» For complete descriptions, membership and audition
information: www.kent.edu/stark/music
MORE INFORMATION
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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Ohio Collegiate Music Education Association: Professional organization
designed for any college student interested in advocating music
education or simply anyone interested in music (OCMEA).
Percussion Club: Percussion Club was established for the purpose
of furthering the education of professional percussive music and
to unite students in the field of percussive based music through
the collecting, collating and spreading of knowledge in the field of
Percussion Performance or Education.
Music Technology Club: Established for the purpose of furthering the
education of professional audio and to unite students in the field of
music technology through the collecting, collating and spreading of
knowledge in the field of music technology.
New Musicians/Young Composers Society: Established for young
composers of Kent State University of Stark to share and study
approaches to music composition.
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Music scholarships are available for selected students with high
abilities. Visit the Kent State Stark Music Department website for
applications and scholarship dates:
www.kent.edu/stark/music-scholarship-auditions
» For additional information, contact Dr. Sebastian Birch at
sbirch@kent.edu or 330-244-3359.
PLACEMENT INFORMATION
www.kent.edu/stark/music-placement-audition-days
Kent State Stark Chorale
STARK CAMPUS FULL-TIME FACULTY
www.kent.edu/stark/music-faculty
» I an Anderson
Assistant Professor of Music,
Audio Recording
ianders5@kent.edu
330-244-3389
»D
r. Sebastian Birch
Associate Professor of Music,
Theory, Composition, Piano
sbirch@kent.edu
330-244-3359
The Kent State Stark Concert Band performs every semester and has
received numerous awards.
»M
isty Jones
Assistant Professor of Music,
Music Production
mjone177@kent.edu
330-244-3351
»L
aurel Seeds
Associate Professor
Voice, Class Piano, Vocal and
Instrumental Music Education
lseeds@kent.edu
330-244-3358
»D
r. Rachel Waddell
Assistant Professor of Music,
Director of Choral Activities
rwaddel4@kent.edu
330-244-3361
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MUSIC
DEPARTMENT &
PROGRAMS
W W W . K E N T . E D U / S TA R K / M U S I C
MUSIC DEGREES
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Kent State University at Stark offers programs leading to
undergraduate degrees for students who seek a high level of
professional competence in instrumental, vocal or music technology.
Opportunities available to graduates in music from Kent State
University are numerous and varied. Kent State alumni have
outstanding records as classroom teachers, composers,
performers, and band, orchestra and choral conductors. Others
have chosen from careers as instrument retailers, instrument
repairers, music license administrators, music researchers,
technicians, music librarians, studio teachers, sound technicians,
and audio and recording engineers.
An audition and theory placement test is required before admission
to all programs. Students may complete approximately two years
of coursework toward the Bachelor of Music degrees before
transitioning to the Kent Campus. The Bachelor of Science in Music
Technology must be completed at the Stark Campus.
BACHELOR OF ARTS
APPLIED MUSIC COURSES
Bachelor of Arts majors have an opportunity to study music and
liberal arts with an optional minor, available in most academic areas
of the university, or as a dual degree program with a major in another
field. This degree includes study on a main instrument and ensemble
participation throughout the program.
Applied music courses are individualized music classes in which
students, working one-on-one with their instructors, concentrate
on the development of performance skills on a particular musical
instrument or voice. Students must audition for approval to
register for applied music courses.
Candidates select from the following main instruments:
Applied music courses include instruction on the following:
» Instrumental (all band and orchestra instruments)
» Classical guitar » Voice » Piano » Composition
» Bassoon
» Clarinet
» Classical Guitar
» Drumset
» Electric Bass
» Electric Guitar
» Euphonium
» Flute/Piccolo
» French Horn
» Oboe/English Horn » Percussion
» Piano
» Saxophone
» String Bass
» Trombone
» Trumpet
» Tuba
» Voice
» Violin, Viola and Cello available at Kent Campus
BACHELOR OF MUSIC
Candidates select from the following majors:
» Instrumental (all band and orchestral instruments)
» Voice
» Piano
» Composition
The Bachelor of Music degree program provides specialized, intensive
preparation in music. Those interested in a performing career or
in teaching applied music, theory, music history, or literature are
specifically advised to complete this program.
ACCREDITATION
The Kent State Stark Music Department, as part of the Glauser
School of Music, is a fully accredited member of the National
Association of Schools of Music.
BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN MUSIC EDUCATION
The curriculum for Music Education is one of the most forwardlooking curricula in the country and includes work in jazz, folk, musical
theatre and music from around the world. This degree prepares
students to teach kindergarten through 12th grade music in any public
school in Ohio and is also recognized in most states.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
(see center panel)
MUSIC MINORS
Students in the College of the Arts or in Arts and Sciences may
declare a minor in music, audio recording, music technology/
production or world music. Acceptance is by audition. Students may
complete the entire music minor program at Kent State Stark.
WHY MUSIC?
Kent State University at Stark offers a complete four-year curriculum
in music technology leading to the Bachelor of Science in Music
Technology degree. The degree is only offered at Kent State
University’s Stark Campus.
Students concentrate on courses in music production and audio
recording, using state-of-the-art technology. Students work in two
music computer production labs and two recording labs on campus,
as well as at Kopperhead recording and music services in nearby
North Canton. The development of musicianship knowledge and skills
in traditional and popular styles are also an important component
of the curriculum. The study of music theory and music history,
including world music, provides a well-rounded education that
prepares graduates for successful careers.
» For additional information about Kent State Stark’s Music
Technology degree, contact Misty Jones at
mjone177@kent.edu or 330-244-3351.
FACILITIES & CLASSROOMS
Individual practice rooms are available for music students in the
Fine Arts building, in addition to an electronic keyboard lab with
state-of-the-art digital pianos. A theory classroom is located near
the music production and audio production labs and a large lecture
space and rehearsal hall with computer and complete audio visual
capability are located within the music wing of the Fine Arts building.
PERFORMANCE HALLS
The Fine Arts building at Kent State Stark offers a 360-seat theatre
and a concert band shell for band performances. In addition,
Main Hall Auditorium offers approximately 360 seats for recitals
and chamber ensemble performances. The University Center
offers performance facilities for chamber concerts and jazz
performances in the Timken Great Hall and in the Dining Room.