Instructed, educational events for the Conservatory's faculty, including lessons, practice sessions, and classroom visits
Prospective students planning a visit to the Conservatory are encouraged to make the most of their experience by following a few simple guidelines.
Before attending a rehearsal or class, it is recommended to connect with the Conservatory Admissions office to help plan your visit. This will ensure that you can attend classes and rehearsals that are suitable for your area of interest. For Jazz Studies students, visiting the campus on a Friday while classes are in session is particularly beneficial, as it allows you to attend Jazz Forum performances and relevant classes or ensemble rehearsals.
Upon arrival, it is important to arrive at least 10-15 minutes before the start of a rehearsal or class. This will give you time to meet other students and discuss the class, if time permits. Visitors should introduce themselves to the professor and request permission to observe the class, if prior arrangements weren't made.
Entering a classroom or rehearsal space once it has begun is not allowed if you are late. Visitors should stay for the duration or until a rehearsal break. During academic breaks, regular classes may not be in session, and some professors may be off campus.
Individual faculty and staff biographies can be found on the conservatory's website. Prospective jazz saxophone, percussion, or trumpet students should email Julie Baker for trial lessons or meetings with professors in those areas.
Classes at the conservatory typically last between 50 minutes and 75 minutes. Rehearsals and classroom visits are considered valuable as they provide a sense of the musical and intellectual life of the school. They offer an opportunity to observe the teaching style of the faculty and the level of engagement among students.
Some classes may not be able to accommodate visitors, so it's important to have another class option prepared. Due to small class sizes and expected visitors, only prospective students should attend classes. The conservatory encourages direct contact with professors or faculty members via email for lessons, either in-person or online.
For those interested in Jazz Studies at Friends University, the professors teaching Jazz Saxophone, Jazz Percussion, and Jazz Trumpet are Matthew Koehn (Saxophone), Andrew Slater (Percussion), and Rob Tierney (Trombone). At Texas A&M University Kingsville, Dr. Thomas Zinninger teaches Saxophone and is Director of Jazz Studies; however, percussion and trumpet instructors are not mentioned there.
Overall, a visit to the conservatory can be a valuable experience for prospective students. By following the guidelines outlined above, you can make the most of your visit and gain a better understanding of the conservatory's musical and intellectual life.
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