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Art Institute of Dallas
Two NorthPark East, 8080 Park Lane, Suite 100
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 692-8080; (800) 275-4243; Fax (214) 692-6541
baughmal[at]NOSPAMaii.edu
Lysa Ausmus, Academic Advisor
Dr. Leslie Baughman, Dean of Education

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1984
Undergraduate students: 350
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 20
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Apply through the financial aid office for scholarships.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: NA

Accreditations/Affiliations
Dallas Producers Association
International Television Association
Texas Music Association

The Art Institute of Dallas offers an Associate of Applied Science in Audio and Video Production. Three career tracts are available: Audio, Video, and Entertainment Business. We offer a strong concentration of music business courses including Copyright and Publishing, Entertainment Law, Artist Management, Concert Promotion, Retail and Wholesale Merchandising, and Selling Techniques for the Audio and Video Industry. More than 1,000 students are enrolled at the Art Institute of Dallas.

Overall enrollment: 1,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $14,800

Dallas Baptist University • College of Fine Arts 2
3000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, TX 75211-9800
(214) 333-5316; (214) 333-7100; Fax (214) 333-6804
cindyg[at]NOSPAMdbu.edu
Ronald E. Bowles, Dean, College of Fine Arts
Wes C. Moore, Associate Dean and Chair, Department of Music
Cindy Gaskill, College Administrative Assistant

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1965
Undergraduate students: 150
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 9
Part-time instructors: 20
Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 126
(within major: 51-79; within minor: 25)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: Some music degree programs
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Boettcher Vocal Scholarships, Leonore-Kirk Hall Scholarship
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Wes C. Moore, Chair, Department of Music

Accreditations/Affiliations
American Choral Directors Association; Texas Association of Music Schools; Texas Music Education Association; National Association of Schools of Music (NASM); Music and Entertainment Industry Educators Association (MEIEA); Baptist Church Music Conference (BCMC); Southern Association of Schools and Colleges (SACS)


Dallas Baptist University offers a Bachelor of Music (BM): Church Music, Music Education (choral teaching certification), Performance (vocal or piano), Theory/Composition; Bachelor of Art or Science (BA/BS): General Music (no specific concentration), Music Business (concentrations in performance, song writing, worship leadership, recording). Performance opportunities include the DBU Grand Chorus, Concert Chorale, Chamber Singers, Legacy (showchoir), Opera Workshop, University Ringers. Performance facilities include the Music Department Recital Hall - 100 seats, the Mahler Student Center Hall - 300 seats, the Burg Special Events Center - 1000 seats and the Pilgrim Chapel Auditorium - 1500 seats (spring, 2009).

Overall enrollment: 5,244 (fall 2007)
Typical undergraduate tuition: $14,940 (fall 2007)

El Centro College • Music Department
801 Main Street
Dallas, TX 75202-3604
(214) 860-2341; Fax (214) 860-2689
jcj5433[at]NOSPAMdcccd.edu
Jerry C. Jones, Music Coordinator

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1966
Undergraduate students: 40
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 3
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 66
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required:
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Music and academic scholarships are available for those music students taking 6 or more credit hours. Scholorship is based on need and talent.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Jerry C. Jones, Music Coordinator

Accreditations/Affiliations
American Association of Community Colleges
Association of Texas Colleges and Universities
League for Innovation in the Community College

El Centro College offers a two year transfer music program. Performance opportunities include band, choir, guitar and piano ensembles. We also have class piano, voice and guitar. Styles of music taught include classical, jazz, pop and Broadway. Two year theory, musicianship, music literature, sightsinging and eartraining courses are available. Students are welcome to use our digital sequencing lab. El Centro offers core curriculum classes mandated by the state. Students are welcome to walk in and register as we have an open door policy. Performance opportunities include: guitar ensemble (8 students), piano ensemble (8 students), vocal ensemble (12-15 students), band (20+ students), and choir (20+ students). Jerry C. Jones is the musical director (214) 860-2341. El Centro College Performance Hall is available for student performances.

Overall enrollment: NA
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Mountain View College • Music Department
4849 West Illinois Avenue
Dallas, TX 75211-6599
(214) 860-8671; (214) 860-8776; Fax (214) 860-8765
mhettle[at]NOSPAMdcccd.edu
Michael Guiterrez, Division Dean
Victor Josue Soto Medina, Music Visiting Scholar
Mark Hettle, Instuctor
Rita White, Division Secretary

Music Department Statistics
Year department established:
Undergraduate students: 0
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 0
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification:
Internship required:
Recording facility:
Scholarships available:
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: NA

Accreditations/Affiliations
NA

Overall enrollment: NA
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,030

Paul Quinn College • Music
3837 Simpson Stuart Road
Dallas, TX 75241
(214) 302-3562; (214) 376-1000; Fax (214) 302-3622
wrichardson[at]NOSPAMpqc.edu
Dr. Melvin Earnest, Chair of Division of Arts and Sciences
William Richardson, Jazz Band Coordinator

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1872
Undergraduate students: 50
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 3
Part-time instructors:
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: NA

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Education Agency

Paul Quinn College offers a minor in music. Courses include music appreciation, theory, choir, jazz band, music history, and music literature. Performance opportunities include the Jazz Ensemble and out nationally recognized choir. Performance facility is the Price Branch Auditorium (250 seats). Ms. Jowanda Jordan is the director (214) 302-3644; jjordan[at]NOSPAMpqc.edu.

Overall enrollment: 1,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $10,040

Richland College • Music Department 2
12800 Abrams Road
Dallas, TX 75243
(972) 238-6250; (972) 238-6254; Fax (972) 238-3799
joeperea[at]NOSPAMdcccd.edu
Joe Perea, Director Of Instrumental Music, Head
Dr. Michael Crawford, Director of Choral Studies
Sherry Dean, Dean of Humanities

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1972
Undergraduate students: 0
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 5
Part-time instructors: 15
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
A limited number of scholarships are available for both majors and non-majors. Please contact eother Joe Perea at (972) 238-6254 or Alan Dyer at (972) 238-6284 for more details.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dean Massingale at (972) 238-6250.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Scholars
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Music Educators Association

Richland College of the Dallas County Community College District offers both credit and non-credit courses in music. Richland now offers a fully-transferrable Field of Study Associates Degree in Music. Our Dallas-based music faculty consists of working performers, educators, and scholars who hold advanced degrees from some of the top music schools and conservatories in the nation. Our low teacher to student ratio means plenty of individual attention, and you will never have a class, ensemble, or private lesson taught by a student assistant. Our facilities include rehearsal and practice rooms, a MIDI lab, a digital piano/music software lab, a percussion lab, and a listening lab. With in-district tuition at $36 per credit hour and no additional instructional or lab fees, a 60-hour Associate's degree costs less than a single 12 hour semester load at most public 4-year Texas universities. Instrumental Groups - Call Joe Perea, Director of Instrumental Music at (972) 238-6254 for more information. All groups directed by Joe Perea unless otherwise noted. Symphonic Winds - The only daytime concert band in any community college in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area; Jazz Ensemble - standard big band; Evening Jazz Ensemble - directed by Phares Corder; String Orchestra - directed by Dallas Opera violist Alison Eginton; Steel Band - all instruments handcrafted by director Joe Perea. Instruction on steel pan tuning and craftsmanship available; Guitar Ensemble - Directed by Mr. Jan Ryberg; Jazz Combo - Taught in a seminar format by members of Richland's jazz faculty; Choral Groups: All choirs directed by Dr. Michael Crawford. Chorale - Open to all students; Chamber Singers - By audition only; Jazz Singers - Vocal Jazz by audition only. Performance facilities include the Fannin Performance Hall (476 seats); contact Maribel Darwazeh, Richland College Rooms Use Coordinator at (972) 238-6061 for more information. Texas Award for Performance Excellence 2005 Recipient. Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award 2005 Recipient. Instrumental Groups - Call Joe Perea, Director of Instrumental Music at (972) 238-6254 for more information..All groups directed by Joe Perea unless otherwise noted. Symphonic Winds - The only daytime concert band in any community college in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area, Jazz Ensemble - standard big band, Evening Jazz Ensemble - directed by IAJE founding member Dr. Don Verne Joseph, String Orchestra - directed by Dallas Opera violist Alison Eginton, .Steel Band - all instruments handcrafted by director Joe Perea. Instruction on steel pan tuning and craftsmanship available, Guitar Ensemble - Directed by Mr. Jan Ryberg, Jazz Combo - Taught in a seminar format by members of Richland's jazz faculty, Choral Groups: All choirs directed by Mr. Alan Dyer, Chorus - Open to all students, Chamber Singers - By audition only, Jazz Singers - Vocal Jazz by audition only... Performance facilities include the Fannin Performance Hall (476 seats); contact Jennifer Owen at (972) 238-6289 for more information.

Overall enrollment: 14,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Southern Methodist University • Meadows School of the Arts
P.O. Box 750356
Dallas, TX 75275-0356
(214) 768-1951; (214) 768-2000; Fax (214) 768-4669
ncochran[at]NOSPAMsmu.edu
Nancy Cochran, Director Division of Music
Dr. Jose Bowen, Dean

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1915
Undergraduate students: 175
Graduate students: 125
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 31
Part-time instructors: 34
Student-Teacher ratio: 6:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 124
(within major: 80; within minor: 19)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Pam Henderson at (214) 768-3314

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools

The Division of Music of the Meadows School of the Arts offers comprehensive educational opportunities designed to prepare students for careers in music through distinctive courses, quality ensembles, excellent facilities and dedicated faculty. Students benefit from a broad range of cultural, artistic, intellectual, and social opportunities available within the context of a distinguished liberal arts university located in a major metropolitan area. The faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for their accomplishments as performers, composers, scholars, and educators. The full-time faculty includes two endowed chairs, violinist Eduard Schmieder and pianist Joaquin Achucarro. The part-time faculty includes 15 principals or associate principals with the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Performances opportunities include Meadows Wind Ensemble (50 members; Dr. Jack Delaney, 214-768-2936), Meadows Symphony Orchestra (85 students; Dr. Paul Phillips 214-768-4247), Meadows Chorale (40 members Dr. Pamela Elrod, 214-768-2922), Meadows Jazz Orchestra (24 students; Akira Sato 214-768-1951); Meadows Percussion Ensemble (variable size, Jon D. Lee 214-768-2637 and Jamal Mohammed 214-768-1783) Performance facilities include the Caruth Auditorium and O'Donnell Recital Hall; Director of Operations 214-768-4559.

Overall enrollment: 10,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $10,463

Southern Methodist University • Music Therapy Program
P.O. Box 750356
Dallas, TX 75275
(214) 768-3175; Fax (214) 768-4669
music[at]NOSPAMsmu.edu
Nancy Cochran, Director, Division of Music
Samuel Holland, Associate Director for Academic Affairs, Division of Music
Alan Wagner, Assistant Director for Student Affairs, Division of Music

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1931
Undergraduate students: 179
Graduate students: 97
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 1
Student-Teacher ratio: 6:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 132
(within major: 35; within minor: 24)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Pam Henderson at (214) 768-3314.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools

SMU's Music Therapy Program offers the Bachelor of Music (BM) degree with a major in Music Therapy/minor in Psychology and the Master of Music Therapy (MMT) degree, as well as an Equivalency Program for those who have an undergraduate degree in an area other than Music Therapy but who want to become certified as music therapists. Completion of the BM or Equivalency entitles you to take the national qualifying examination in music therapy administered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists. Completion of the Master of Music Therapy entitles you to pursue academic positions in Music therapy as well as the growing number of health care positions that require advanced academic work. We also offer a Masters/Equivalency degree program for students who already have an undergraduate degree in music. Music Therapy is a rewarding profession that integrates expertise in the musical arts and behavioral sciences to help children and adults in health care and special education settings. Performances opportunities include Meadows Wind Ensemble (40 members; Dr. Jack Delaney, 214-768-2936), Meadows Symphony Orchestra (80 students; Dr. Paul Phillips 214-768-4247), Meadows Chorale (65 members Constantina Tsolainou), Choral Union (100 members)--both under the direction of Professor Constantia Tsolainou, 214-768-2922, and Jazz Orchestra (20 students); Professor Alan Wagner, 214-768-3745. Performance facilities include the Caruth Auditorium and O'Donnell Recital Hall; Greg Brown, Director of Operations 214-768-4559.

Overall enrollment: 10,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $18,628

Kilgore College • Department of Music and Dance
1100 Broadway
Kilgore, TX 75662
(903) 983-8121; (903) 984-8531; Fax (903) 983-8124
jeannej[at]NOSPAMkilgore.cc.tx.us
Jeanne Johnson, Chair of Music and Dance
Dr. Terry Booker


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1935
Undergraduate students: 700
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 5
Part-time instructors: 22
Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 66
(within major: 31; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Performance scholarships are available for choir, vocal, piano, band, and strings.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Jeanne Johnson at (903) 983-8121.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Educators Association
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Kilgore College is a public community college located in the East Texas Oilfield. With a strong history of emphasis in the arts, Kilgore College offers an Associate of Music degree as well as an Associate of Arts degree in music. The student-teacher ratio in music classes at KC is approximately 15:1, small enough so that individual attention can be paid to each student. Kilgore College offers ensembles including the KC Chorale, KC Connection, East Texas Community Chorus, Ranger Band/Wind Symphony, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Workshop Combo and two Keyboard Orchestras. The department hosts multiple fine arts events in the Van Cliburn Auditorium, seating 350, and the Dodson Auditorium, seating 1500. Kilgore College offers opportunities to perform in 12 different ensembles in places such as New York, Europe, and Mexico. These ensembles include the Wind Symphony (60 members), Concert Band (45 members), Jazz Ensemble (20 members), Brass Ensemble (six members), Woodwind Ensemble (four members), Chamber Ensemble (eight members), Piano Ensemble (six members), Guitar Ensemble (six members), KC Connection (eight members), Chorale (40 members), Music Theatre Ensemble (12 members), and Women's Chorus (18 members). Performance facilities include Dodson Auditorium (1,800 seats) and the Van Cliburn Auditorium (240 seats). Please contact Leah Gorman.

Overall enrollment: 5,100
Typical undergraduate tuition: $31/53 per hour

Central Texas College • Department of Fine Arts 2
P.O. Box 1800
Killeen, TX 76540
(254) 526-1572.; (800) 223-4760; Fax (254) 526-1792
nathan.kutsch[at]NOSPAMctcd.edu
Wynona Alexander, Chair for Fine Arts
Nathan Kutsch, Office Assistant
Celinda Hallbauer, Music Faculty

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1968
Undergraduate students: 75
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 5
Student-Teacher ratio: 20:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Music scholarships are available. Audition required. Deadline March 1.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Contact Celinda Hallbauer (254) 526-1866

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association Schools of Music

Central Texas College offers an associate degree in music which allows students to then transfer to a Bachelor of Music program. Performance opportunities include the Central Texas College Chorus and the Central Texas College Instrumental Ensemble. Performance facilities include the Fine Arts Auditorium (400 seats) and Fine Arts Room (100 seats).

Overall enrollment: 17,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Texas A&M University at Kingsville • Department of Music
MSC 174, 700 University Boulevard.
Kingsville, TX 78363-8202
(361) 593-2803; (361) 593-2806; Fax (361) 593-2816
greg.sanders[at]NOSPAMtamuk.edu
Paul Hageman, Chairman
Dr. Ronald Hy, Dean


Music Department Statistics
Year department established:
Undergraduate students: 230
Graduate students: 20
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 17
Part-time instructors: 7
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 134
(within major: 90; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr Paul Hageman at (361) 593-2803

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Schools of Music

The Department of Music at Texas A&M University at Kingsville offers comprehensive programs leading to a Bachelor of Music in Performance, Bachelor of Music in Music Education (teacher certification), Bachelor of Arts with a minor or Music, Master of Music in Music Education. The music programs prepare students for various careers as music educators, administrators, and professional musicians. Venues include Jones Auditorium and the Smith Recital Hall. Performance opportunities include the Wind Symphony, Concert Band, Marching Band, Jazz Bands I, II, and III, Jazz Combo, Brass Ensembles, Percussion Ensembles, Concert Choir, Opera Workshop, Jazz Singers, Musical Theatre, Mariachi Javelina, and Woodwind Ensembles. Performance facilities include the Bellamah Music Building which is located in the Frank C. Smith Fine Arts Group and contains classrooms, studios, practice facilities, rehearsal halls, music library, computer learning center, recital hall, and auditorium.

Overall enrollment: 6,500
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Kingwood College 2
20000 Kingwood Drive
Kingwood, TX 77339
(281) 312-1485; (281) 312-1600; Fax (281) 312-1417
todd.miller[at]NOSPAMnhmccd.edu
Dr. Todd Miller, Professor of Music
Rebecca Riley, Dean
Grace Dada, Division Assistant

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1994
Undergraduate students: 500
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 12
Student-Teacher ratio: 6:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: 47; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Fine arts scholarships are available to qualified students who declare an intent to pursue a musical career. Scholarships are awarded by audition and are based on talent, academic promise, and need. To find out if you are eligible, please contact the division assistant, Cristy Coyne at 281-312-1616.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Grace Dada (281) 312-1404

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools


The Music Program at Kingwood College has two primary functions, depending on our students needs: First, it is designed to prepare students to earn an Associate of Arts degree and transfer to a university. For these transfer students (whether or not they are music majors), we offer core courses such as music fundamentals, theory and sight singing/ear training, and music appreciation. In addition, for the beginning student, we also offer class voice and class piano. For more advanced students, we offer instruction in applied voice, piano, violin, viola and guitar. Students in private and class lessons perform in a recital at the end of each semester. Our two vocal ensembles (Chamber Singers and Kingwood Chorale) perform at least twice each semester. Second, there is a community education track which encourages local citizens to participate in our music classes and our performing ensembles, enhancing the skills of the students and the culture of the community. Performance opportunities include: Chamber Singers (Todd Miller), Jazz Ensemble, Kingwood Chorale (Todd Miller), and Opera Workship (Todd Miller), Kingwood Pops Orchestra (Gary Leibst 281-618-5696), Big Band (James Stubbs (281) 312-1730), Concert Band (James Stubbs (281) 312-1730). Performance spaces include the theater (250 seats) and the recital hall (125 seats). Jan Schultz (281) 312-1532 is the events coordinator.

Overall enrollment: 7,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,500

Brazosport College • Music Department 2
500 College Drive
Lake Jackson, TX 77566
(979) 230-3272; (979) 230-3000; Fax (979) 230-3465
Richard.Birk[at]NOSPAMbrazosport.edu
Richard Birk, Coordinator of Music
Rodney Mason


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1970
Undergraduate students: 15
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 5
Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 60
(within major: 35; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required:
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
We offer numerous music scholarships to vocalists, pianists and instrumentalists. These scholarships are awarded to full-time students who are enrolled in an ensemble. Scholarship amounts range up to $1,500 per year.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Anne Walker at (409) 230-3441 (Financial Aid Director)

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Schools


Brazosport College Music Department offers an Associate of Art in Music. The department includes six levels of class piano, two levels of class voice, beginning guitar, music appreciation, jazz improvisation, electronic music, music theory, and music literature. Private lessons are also available to students. Performance opportunities: Concert band (45 members), Jazz band (20 members), Coasters Combo (10 members), the College Choir (40 members), The Civic Chorus, Coasters vocal ensemble (10 members), and various small instrumental ensembles. Performance facilities include the General Theater (seats 250); director is Gary Johnstone (979) 230-3213.

Overall enrollment: 3,679
Typical undergraduate tuition: $811 (in district)

Cedar Valley College 2
3030 North Dallas Avenue
Lancaster, TX 75134-3799
(972) 860-8120 ; (972) 860-8200; Fax (972) 860-8207
rdismore[at]NOSPAMdcccd.edu
Roger Dismore, Music Coordinator
Pam Gist, Dean of Liberal Arts


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1977
Undergraduate students: 181
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 5
Part-time instructors: 15
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 63-67
(within major: 63-67; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Frank Ellis at (972) 860-8280.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Schools of Music


Cedar Valley is one of seven college campuses in the Dallas County Community College District. It is the only campus offering an Associate in Commercial Music and Recording Technology. When the campus opened in 1977, CVC boasted the first commercial music program in Texas, and serves as a model for others. Degree options include Recording Technology, Music Retailing, Music Performance, and Composition/Arranging/Copying. Course work includes: The Business of Music, MIDI Sequencing, Jingle Writing, and Recording Engineering. The instructors are selected for their professional backgrounds and teaching abilities and are some of the finest performers in the metroplex. Facilities include recording studios A and B featuring 16-track capabilities (contact Kerby Stewart at (972) 860-8133. Please call or write for our current newsletter, degree plans or other information. Visit our website at "http://www.dcccd.edu/cvc/director/la/music/music.htm. Performance opportunities include the Lab Band (12 members; Roger Dismore, Director), Guitar Ensemble (10 members; Richard Mclure, Director), Percussion Ensemble (17 members; Ed Smith, director); Vocal Ensemble (15 members; Andrea Wallace, Director); Keyboard Ensemble (13 members; Arlington Jones, Director). Performance facility is the Performance Hall (400 seats).

Overall enrollment: 4,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: 1,326

Dallas County Community College District
3030 North Dallas Avenue
Lancaster, TX 75134
(972) 860-8129; (972) 860-8274; Fax (972) 682-7011

Roger Dismore, Music Coordinator
Pam Gist


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1977
Undergraduate students: 160
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 4
Part-time instructors: 15
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 63-67
(within major: 63-67; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no.yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Roger Dismore

Accreditations/Affiliations
NA


Cedar Valley is one of seven college campuses in the Dallas County Community College District. It is the only campus offering an Associate in Commercial Music and Recording Technology. When the campus opened in 1977, CVC boasted the first commercial music program in Texas, and serves as a model for others. Degree options include Recording Technology, Music Retailing, Music Performance, and Composition/Arranging/Copying. Course work includes: The Business of Music, MIDI Sequencing, Jingle Writing, and Recording Engineering. The instructors are selected for their professional backgrounds and teaching abilities and are some of the finest performers in the metroplex. Facilities include recording studios A and B featuring 16-track capabilities (contact Kerby Stewart at (972) 860-8133. Please call or write for our current newsletter, degree plans or other information. Visit our website at "http://www.dcccd.edu/cvc/director/la/music/music.htm. Performance opportunities include the Lab Band (12 members; Roger Dismore, Director), Guitar Ensemble (10 members; Richard Mclure, Director), Percussion Ensemble (17 members; Ed Smith, director); Vocal Ensemble (15 members; Andrea Wallace, Director); Keyboard Ensemble (13 members; Arlington Jones, Director). Performance facility is the Performance Hall (400 seats).

Overall enrollment: 4,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,326

Laredo Community College • Performing Arts
1 West Washington Street
Laredo, TX 78040
(956) 721-5330; (956) 722-0521; Fax (956) 764-5924
jcrabtree[at]NOSPAMlaredo.edu
Joseph C. Crabtree, Chairman
Dr. Juan L. Maldonado, President
Dr. Nora R. Garza, Dean of Arts and Sciences

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1978
Undergraduate students:
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 9
Part-time instructors: 3
Student-Teacher ratio: 25:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 66
(within major: 24; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships are available for ensemble participation.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. Joseph Crabtree at (956) 721-5216

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Educators Association

Laredo Community College offers a two-year program in music for transferable hours to a four-year music program. Concentrations include Music Literature, Aural Training (computer-assisted), Theory, and Applied Music courses. Performance opportunities include the Civic Symphony (35 members), Choir (15 members), Opera Workshop (15 members), Guitar Ensemble (15 members), Spanish Traditional Group (35 members), and Showband (15 members), Mariachi (15 members), String Chamber Group (10 members), Dance Groups (45 members). Performance facilities include the Arena Theater, Kazen College Center and the Import/Export Center and the Martinez Fine Arts Theatre.

Overall enrollment: NA
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Texas A&M International University • Department of Fine and Performing Arts 2
5201 University Boulevard
Laredo, TX 78041-1900
(956) 326-2649; (956) 326.2001; Fax (956) 326-2655
fgechter[at]NOSPAMtamiu.edu
Bede Leyendecker, Interim Chair
Rex Ball, Interim Dean of College of Arts and Sciences
Dr. Michael Stone, Assistant Professor of Music
Friedrich Charles Gechter, Associate Professor of Music

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 2002
Undergraduate students: 60
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 8
Part-time instructors: 8
Student-Teacher ratio: 7.5:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed:
(within major: 135; within minor: 21)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Performance and Academic Achievement in the Fine Arts Scholarship available. Application and audition required.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. Michael Stone (956) 326-2640

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Education Association

The degree plans include: courses in ensemble, applied study, music theory, aural training, music history, music literature, piano proficiency component, and performance studies. Dedicated to providing a well-rounded education, students must take courses (TAMIU Core Curriculum) in the Visual and Performing Arts, History, Natural Science, Communication, Mathematics, Humanities, Social and Behavioral Science, Political Science, and Wellness. Students will also be afforded the opportunity to participate in, as well as compete in, a variety of music festivals, clinics, and conferences and have the opportunity to experience professional concerts, recitals, theatrical productions and lectures sponsored by the University and presented by fellow students, faculty, and guest artists/scholars. Fine Arts Auditorium, capacity 850. Contact Jana Emstree (956) 326-3654

Overall enrollment: 4,387
Typical undergraduate tuition: 1,758

South Plains College • Creative Arts Department 2
1401 South College Avenue
Levelland, TX 79336-6595
(806) 894-9611 ext. 2280; (806) 894-9611 ext. 2276; Fax (806) 894-5274
cbanks[at]NOSPAMsouthplainscollege.edu
Cary C. Banks, Chairman of Creative Arts Department
Darrell Grimes, Dean of Academic and Technical Division
Brent Wheeler, Director of Guitar Studies
Mark Wallney, Co-Director of Entertainment Business

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1975
Undergraduate students: 600
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 25
Part-time instructors: 46
Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Mickey Vasquez (Commercial Music), Stuart Moody (Sound Technology), Tom Stalcup (Video Production Technology), (806) 894-9611

Accreditations/Affiliations
Country Music Association
International Bluegrass Music Association
Texas Junior College Association

The Creative Arts Department at South Plains College offers three unique programs for the entertainment industry. The Commercial Music program offers training for instrumentalists and vocalists who plan to work in the professional entertainment field. The Sound Technology program provides training for students who want to be recording engineers, studio producers, and sound reinforcement technicians. The Sound Technology program features state-of-the-art recording studios which enable the students to gain hands-on training in high-quality audio and audio-for-video productions. Studios include the Tom T. Hall Production Studio, Waylon Jennings Studio, and Redd Stewart Television Studio. The Video Production Technology program trains students for all aspects of public entertainment events. Students in this program receive in-depth training in television production, lighting, sound reinforcement, and stage craft. South Plains College is also known for their Bluegrass instruction and holds a Bluegrass camp each year. The Commercial Music Program offers comprehensive training and instruction in all styles of popular music. Performance opportunities are numerous; all styles including country, rock, jazz, Tejano, gospel, etc. Performance facility is the Tom T. Hall Production Studio (400 seats).

Overall enrollment: 9,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Lubbock Christian University • Music Division, Department of Communication and Fine Arts
5601 Nineteenth Street
Lubbock, TX 79407-2099
(806) 720-7427; (806) 720-7000; Fax (806) 720-7255
laurie.doyle[at]NOSPAMlcu.edu
Dr. Ruth Holmes, Professor of Music
Dr. Laurie Doyle, Associate Professor of Fine Arts, Director of Forte
Dr. Phillip Camp, Associate Professor of Music, Director of Choral Activities

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1957
Undergraduate students: 20
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 3
Part-time instructors: 5
Student-Teacher ratio: 5/1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 126
(within major: 42; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships available up to $1,000 for incoming freshman music majors plus a total of $4,000 for music organization participation.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Philip Camp, (806) 720-7247

Accreditations/Affiliations
Music Teachers National Association
National Association of Teachers of Singing
Texas Music Educators Association

Lubbock Christian University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Music with optional teacher certification. This major aims to develop creative and professional leaders in the arts with a Christian foundation. The major in music emphasizes music theory, vocal performance, and appreciation and understanding of the various styles of music throughout history. The student will learn to contribute to the perpetuation of the creative arts, thus benefiting society, while enhancing his or her enjoyment of music as an art form. Also affiliated with the Texas Federation of Music Clubs. LCU has recently added the B.A. in Music with business emphasis and the B.A. in music with pre-music therapy degrees. Performance opportunities include Chamber Singers, Praise Choir (Dr. Philip Camp 806-720-7429), Forté (Dr. Laurie Doyle 806-720-7429), and Chamber Ensemble (Dr. Ruth Holmes 806-720-7429). Performance facilities include the Swearingen Recital Hall (100 seats), Moody Auditorium (1,260 seats) and the Christian Development Center Theater (175 seats).

Overall enrollment: 2,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Texas Tech University • School of Music
P.O. Box 42033
Lubbock, TX 79409-2033
(806) 742-2270; Fax (806) 742-2294
janet.oldham[at]NOSPAMttu.edu
William Ballenger, Director
Eric Fried, Assistant to the Director
Alan Shinn, Associate Director for Undergraduate Studies
Dr. Michael Stoune, Associate Director for Graduate Studies

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1925
Undergraduate students: 400
Graduate students: 55
Doctoral students: 51
Full-time professors: 50
Part-time instructors: 4
Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 126
(within major: 69; within minor: 18)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Ms. Janeen Gilliam (806) 742-2270, ext. 233

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools

Texas Tech University offers a Bachelor of Music in Performance, Composition, Theory, and toward teacher certification; Bachelor of Arts in Music; Master of Music in Performance, Music History and Literature, Theory, Composition, Piano Pedagogy; Master of Music Education, Master of Music in Performance, Piano Pedagogy; Doctor of Philosophy in Fine Arts (Music) and Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Composition, Conducting, Performance, Piano Pedagogy. In addition, there is also a student recording studio located in the School of Music. Performance opportunities include three choirs and madrigal singers (Dr. John Dickson), Music Theater (Professor Gerald Dolter), three concert bands (Dr. Sarah McKoin), Athletic Bands (Professor Christopher Anderson), three jazz ensembles and various jazz combos (Professor Brad Leali), Orchestra (Professor Gary Lewis), New Music Ensemble (Dr. Peter Fischer), and chamber ensembles. Performance facilities include the Allen Theater (968 seats) and the Hemmle Recital Hall (541 seats)

Overall enrollment: 29,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

East Texas Baptist University • Music Department 2
1209 North Grove Street
Marshall, TX 75670
(903) 923-2158; (903) 935-7963; Fax (903) 934-8114
music[at]NOSPAMetbu.edu
Dr. Thomas R. Webster, Dean for School of Music and Fine Arts
Dr. J. Paul Sorrels, Vice President for Academic Affairs
Marilyn Johnson, Administrative Secretary

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1912
Undergraduate students: 75
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 9
Part-time instructors: 7
Student-Teacher ratio: 16:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 120
(within major: 83; within minor: 18)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships of several types are available including: high scholastic scholarships, applied music scholarships, and choral/instrumental ensemble scholarships.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Thomas R. Webster (903) 923-2158

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association of Music Schools

East Texas Baptist University is a small Christian university with a strong academic focus. Degrees offered include a Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance, Bachelor of Music in Sacred Music, and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education (all-level). Performance opportunities include the Concert Band and Marching Band (50) directed by Dr. Brent Farmer (903-923-2158), Concert Choir (903-928-2162) directed by Jim Moore (ext. 290), Chapel Choir (40) directed by Jim Moore, University Singers (20) directed by Jim Moore, Handbell Choir (12) directed by Dr. Tom Webster, Opera Workshop (20) directed by Dr. Ray Herman, and Jazz Ensemble directed by Dr. Doug Lockard. Instrumental Chamber Ensembles are available and conducted by the various members of the instrumental faculty. Performance facilities include the Jenna Guest Music Building, as well as the Mabee Recital Hall (168 seats) and Baker Auditorium (1,500 seats), both furnished with Kawai pianos and recording capabilities. A Steinway 9 foot grand is available in the recital hall.

Overall enrollment: 1,300
Typical undergraduate tuition: $303/credit hour

Wiley College • Department of Music
711 Wiley Avenue
Marshall, TX 75670
(903) 927-3278; (903) 927-3300 ; Fax (903) 938-8100

Dr. T. B. Clayton, Music Department Head
Stephen Hayes, Choral Director
Babette Reid, Professor of Music

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1873
Undergraduate students: 15
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 3
Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 130
(within major: 50; within minor: 33)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Choir and band scholarships are available.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. T.B. Clayton at (903) 927-3279.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools


Wiley College is an historically Black college founded in 1873 and affiliated with the United Methodist Church. Our goal is to provide students with a good learning environment that includes music as an essential part. The Department of Music offers a Bachelor of Arts in Piano and Voice and a Bachelor of Science in Music Education. In addition to a full range of music education courses, we offer courses in music history and music theory. Wiley College has a long history of maintaining an open door admission policy for students from broad backgrounds. For information on music theory, history, piano, and organ courses, please call Dr. Michael Rudd (903-927-3278); for voice and music education, please call Dr.Truby Clayton (903-927-3279). Performance opportunities include: Wiley College Instrumental (903-927-3282 or 903-927-3309); Concert Band; Wiley College Choir (903-927-3282 or 903-927-3279); Piano and organ. Performance facility is the Hodge Theatre (903/927-3300), and the Pemberton Complex Auditorium.

Overall enrollment: 552
Typical undergraduate tuition: $5,540

South Texas College 2
P.O. Box 9701
McAllen, TX 78502
(956) 872-2503; (956) 872-2541; Fax (956) 872-2505
rdlubben[at]NOSPAMsouthtexascollege.edu
Richard D. Lubben, Chair
Sharon O'Leary, Music Instructor
Vincent S. Schenck, Music Instructor
Mazias de Oliveira, Music Instructor

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1999
Undergraduate students:
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 3
Part-time instructors: 4
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 67
(within major: 24; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification:
Internship required:
Recording facility:
Scholarships available:
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: NA

Accreditations/Affiliations



South Texas Community College provides students with a 2 year program. An Associates Degree in Music can be attained, but primarily transfer credit is the student's goal. South Texas Students can transfer credit to any University in the state. South Texas has ensembles including band, orchestra, choir, and mariachi. For general education, music appreication courses are offered. Classical piano (4 levels), classical voice (4 levels), classical guitar (4 levels) are available, along with applied musical insturment instruction.

Overall enrollment: NA
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Eastfield College • Business and Fine Arts Division 2
3737 Motley Drive
Mesquite, TX 75150-2099
(972) 860-7135; (972) 860-7119; Fax (972) 860-8317
Harrell_Lucky[at]NOSPAMdcccd.edu
Dr. Harrell C. Lucky, Chair, Dept. of Music
Dr. Don Baynham, Dean


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1972
Undergraduate students: 30
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 3
Part-time instructors: 30
Student-Teacher ratio: 8:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: no
General college scholorships are available. Various requirements.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: NA

Accreditations/Affiliations
NA


Eastfield College freshman and sophomore year offerings include music theory, ensembles, music history, music appreciation, private lessons in all performance areas. Performance opportunities include chorus with Stan Mcgill (214) 405-2035; band with C. Bradshaw (972) 860-7139; guitar with R. Madriguera (972) 860-7138; and piano with P. Mouledous (972) 860-7136. Concert facilities include the Eastfield Performance Hall (700 seats). Contact Dean Baynham (972) 860-7119. There are also smaller lecture/recital rooms (100 seats). Comtact Harrell Lucky (972) 860-7135.

Overall enrollment: 7,500
Typical undergraduate tuition: $792.00

Midland College • Fine Arts and Communications Division
3600 North Garfield
Midland, TX 79705
(432) 685-4624; (432) 685-4500; Fax (432) 685-4769
lula[at]NOSPAMmidland.edu
William Feeler, Dean
Dr. Stan Jacobs, Associate Vice President
Lula Lee, Secretary, Fine Arts and Communication

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1973
Undergraduate students: 127
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 3
Part-time instructors: 8
Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 72
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Lupe Daniels (915) 685-4693

Accreditations/Affiliations
NA


The Department of Music offers the Associate in Arts degree curriculum leading to certification in music education and the liberal arts music major. These specialized programs of study are designed to meet all of the lower division requirements of the National Association of Schools of Music. Private instruction in Voice, Piano, Organ, Synthesizer, Band, and Orchestral Instruments is offered each semester for students majoring or minoring in applied music. As a community service, the Music Department provides opportunities for interested adults and pre-college students to participate in various courses, private lessons, and college-sponsored performance groups. Performance opportunities include: Woodwind Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, String Ensemble under the direction of Rabon Bewley (915) 685-4645; Chap Singers under the direction of Bert Bostic; Spirit Band under the direction of Rabon Bewley Performance facilities include the Wagner-Brown Auditorium; Irma Moreno. 250 capacity.

Overall enrollment: 5,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Northeast Texas Community College • Music Department 2
P.O. Box 1307
Mount Pleasant, TX 75456
(903) 434- 8255; (903) 434-8100; Fax (903) 572-6712
rclinton[at]NOSPAMntcc.edu
Dr. Ron Clinton, Head of Music Department
Herbert Riedel, Vice President of Instruction and Student Development
Deborah Anthony, Secretary for the Humaities Faculty

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1985
Undergraduate students: 10
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 4
Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 71
(within major: 22; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification:
Internship required:
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. Ron Clinton at (903) 572-1911 ext. 258.

Accreditations/Affiliations
NA


The Northeast Texas Community College Music Department offers an Associate of Arts. Only college-level courses may apply toward completion of this curriculum and the graduation requirements for the Associates of Arts degree. Courses include Music Appreciation, Music Ensemble, Piano Class or individual instruction, Music Theory, Ear Training and Sight Singing. Performance opportunities include the Jazz Ensemble and Vocal Ensemble. Performance facility is the Whatley Center for the Performing Arts (600 seats).

Overall enrollment: 1,500
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Stephen F. Austin State University • School of Music 2
P.O. Box 13043 • SFA Station
Nacogdoches, TX 75962
(936) 468-4602; (936) 468-2011; Fax (936) 468-5810
randerson[at]NOSPAMsfasu.edu
Dr. Ronald E. Anderson, Director
Dr. A.C. "Buddy" Himes, Dean of Fine Arts
John W. Goodall, Associate Dean
Missy Devine, Administrative Assistant

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1923
Undergraduate students: 274
Graduate students: 28
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 27
Part-time instructors: 8
Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 135
(within major: 70-84; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Young Artist Scholarship; Music Activity Scholarship; Alumni Scholarship
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. Ronald Anderson at (409) 468-4602.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Educators Association

Stephen F. Austin University's Department of Music has more than 300 music majors. The Department has 35 faculty members (most with doctorates), each committed to challenging gifted students preparing for a variety of educational and professional opportunities. The choral and instrumental ensembles within the Department have received national recognition and have toured internationally. Large ensemble experiences are balanced with chamber music opportunities in groups such as Chamber Winds, Jazz Ensemble, Madrigal Singers, and numerous quintets and quartets. The department also offers outstanding programs in Opera, Composition and Keyboard. Considered an ideal size, the Department of Music at Stephen F. Austin is capable of offering a full spectrum of musical curricula and experiences while providing much personal attention at the same time. Performance opportunities include the SFA A Cappella Choir (45 voices); Madrigal Singers (12 singers); Concert Choir (60 voices)--all under the direction of Dr. Tim King and Michael Dean; Wind Symphony (40 instrumentalists; Fred J. Allen, director); Symphonic Band (60 instrumentalists) and Concert Band (50 instrumentalists)--both under the direction of David Campo; Orchestra of the Pines (70 instrumentalists; Jeff Jacobsen, director); Lumberjack Marching Band (240 members; David Campo, director) SFA Chamber Orchestra (25 members; Jeff Jacobsen, director) (936) 468-4602. Performance facilities include the Turner Auditorium (1,100 seats; Dr. Richard Berry, Dean, 936-468-2801), SFA Music Recital Hall (150 seats; Dr. Ron Anderson, Chair, 936-468-4602), and the Cole Concert Hall (350).

Overall enrollment: 11,435
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,500

Odessa College • Music Department 2
201 West University Boulevard
Odessa, TX 79764-7127
(432) 335-6630; (432) 335-6400; Fax (432) 335-6860
khoppe[at]NOSPAModessa.edu
Dr. Kathryn Hoppe, Music Professor Department Chair
David Corman, Director of Vocal Studies / Choral Activities


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1946
Undergraduate students: 20
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 4
Part-time instructors: 10
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 72
(within major: 34; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required:
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships available for choir, band, and piano. One freshman music scholarship and one sophomore music scholarship.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Music Department at (915) 335-6630

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association of Music Schools

Odessa College is a two-year college which offers an Associate of Arts in Music. The Music Department provides preprofessional training for music majors as well as general studies for personal enrichment. Music courses available for majors in other fields. Performance opportunities include the Odessa Choir (40 members), Concert band (75 members), Jazz Band (30 members), and Vocal Ensemble (16 members). Music directors: Lonnie Clark, Band Director (915) 335-6623 and Randy Talley, Director of Choral Music (915) 335-6631. Performance facilities include the Jack Rodgers Recital Hall (250 seats), Deaderick Auditorium (750 seats), Globe Theatre (450 seats) and the Permain Playhouse (450 seats).

Overall enrollment: 5,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: 860

Paris Junior College
2400 Clarksville Street
Paris, TX 75460-6298
(903) 782-0341; (903) 785-7661; Fax (903) 782-0370
jvaughan[at]NOSPAMparisjc.edu
Cathie Tyler, Chairwoman of Fine Arts
Jennie Vaughan, Music Majors Contact, Performance School Contact
Patricia Fowzer, Music Instructor

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1950
Undergraduate students: 113
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 3
Student-Teacher ratio: 14:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 67
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
General performance scholarships are available.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: NA

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Educators Association

Paris Junior College offers a variety of music majors with an emphasis on keyboard and vocal music, as well as some instrumental music. Paris Junior College sponsors a show choir, chamber singers, chorale and a small instrumental ensemble. Musical theater productions are presented in alternate years. Music fundamentals and the four-semester sequence of harmony, sightsinging, and eartraining classes are offered. Individual instruction is available in piano, organ, voice, woodwinds, brass, and guitar. Ensembles include: the PJC Chorale with 45 members - contact Pat Fowzer (903) 782-0343; the PJC Chamber Singers with 20 members - contact Pat Fowzer; Encore! which is PJC's show choir with 22 members. On-campus concert halls include the Karrer Theatre for the Performing Arts with 375 seats - contact Cathey Huey (903) 782-0242; the DeShong Chapel with 100 seats - contact Pat Fowzer (903) 782-0343; and the J. Emory Shaw Recital Hall with 110 seats - contact Jennie Vaughan (903) 782-0341.

Overall enrollment: 3,286
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,800

San Jacinto College Central Campus • Music Business/Audio Engineering Program
8060 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77501-2007
(281) 476-1831; (281) 476-1501; Fax (281) 542-2073
eric.late[at]NOSPAMsjcd.edu
Eric Late, Chairperson of Music Department
Joseph Kirkland, Vice President of Instruction
Les Williams, Director of Audio Engineering

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1991
Undergraduate students: 90
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 2
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Students who perform in ensembles are eligible for scholarship awards.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Eric Late (281) 476-1831

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association of Music Schools

San Jacinto College Central offers a comprehensive Associate of Applied Science Degree in Music Business/Audio Engineering, as well as a Certificate of Applied Science in Audio Engineering. Both programs include an intensive "hands-on" approach to those concepts and techniques that are fundamentally related to the modern recording and production studios. The recording facility is a 24-track, computer-automated complex which includes a full complement of microphones, digital hard-disk editing devices, analog and digital tape machines, state-of-the-art signal processing and other ancillary hardware which are found only in the most up-to-date audio facilities. Performance opportunities include: College Choir, 50-60 Jan Corbin; Concert Band, 55-70 Karen Marston, Jazz Band, 3 ensembles, 10-12 Eric Late; Steel Drum Band, 14 Michael Mizma; SJCC Chamber Singers, 18 Paul Busselberg. Performance facilities include the Slocomb Auditorium, 1,000 capacity, contact Jeremy Choate (281) 476-1829.

Overall enrollment: NA
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

Wayland Baptist University • Music Department 2
1900 West Seventh, WBU 428
Plainview, TX 79072
(806) 291-1060; (806) 291-1000; Fax (806) 291-1967
stutesa[at]NOSPAMwbu.edu
Dr. Ann B. Stutes, Fine Arts Division Chairman
Marleen Reed, Division Administrative Asst


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1908
Undergraduate students: 63
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 8
Part-time instructors: 9
Student-Teacher ratio: 8:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 138
(within major: 71; within minor: 22)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships are available through audition.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. Scott Herrington at (806) 291-1062.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Federation of Music Clubs
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Educators Association

Wayland Baptist University provides intensive education in music for students who plan to enter music as a career; a broad-based liberal arts education in music for students not interested in a professional career; and gives every student an opportunity to gain cultural knowledge of music as part of his/her academic preparation. We offer a Bachelor of Music in Church Music or Music Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Music or Church Music/Religious Education Composite. A minor in music is available for students enrolled in any degree program. The Bachelor of Music degree is designed to allow maximum flexibility for students to pursue personal interests in individual and group performance and to gain experience teaching and leading in the fields of music education and church music. Internships are required of all students involved in Church Music and Music Education. All students are required to develop performing skills through applied music study and performance through membership in various campus ensembles. Performance opportunities include International Choir, Wayland Singers, Wayland Singing Men, Wayland Singing Women, Pioneer Band, Pep Band, Wayland Handbell Ensemble, The Brass Menagerie, Opera Theatre and Spirit. Contact Dr. Scott Herrington, Director of Choral Activities or Tim Kelley, Director of Instrumental Studies for more information. Performance facilities include the Harral Memorial Auditorium (1,500 seats); contact Jay Sawyer (806) 291-1081.

Overall enrollment: 1,002
Typical undergraduate tuition: $6,480

Collin County Community College District
2800 East Spring Creek Parkway
Plano, TX 75074
(972) 516-5010; (972) 881-5790; Fax (972) 881-5103
csmcclure[at]NOSPAMccccd.edu
Christopher R. Morgan, Ph.D. .Chair, Department of Music
Kris Berg, Director of Instrumental Jazz


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1986
Undergraduate students: 900
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 9
Part-time instructors: 25
Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 62
(within major: 45; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Performance-based auditions are held twice yearly for the upcoming semester.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Brian Allison at (972) 881-5813.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association of Music Schools

Collin County Community College District offers two music degrees and one certificate: an Associate of Arts in Music, Associate of Applied Science in Commercial Music, and a Certificate in Audio Engineering. The Associate of Arts degree in music provides the approved field of study for all music majors intending to transfer upon degree completion to a college or university. The curriculum consists of a reduced general academic core of 31 credits plus 35 credits of the required music theory, ear training, keyboard skills, music literature, private applied study, and ensemble participation that all music majors must complete during their freshman and sophomore years. The Associate of Applied Science degree in Commercial Music offers real-world experience as well as the theoretical background needed to pursue a career in the music industry. This curriculum consists of a reduced general academic core of 16 credits plus 46 credits of music and commercial music courses that include audio engineering, music business, and MIDI. All coursework may also be applied towards the AAS in commercial music. Choral studies are under the direction of Kathy Morgan (972) 881-5653 and include: Collin County Chorale, Expressions (vocal jazz choir), and Chamber Singers. Instrumental Jazz studies are under the direction of Kris Berg (972) 881-5108 and include Jazz Lab Band and Jazz Combos. Other performance opportunities include: Keyboard Ensemble under Dr. Brian Allison (972) 881-5813, New Music under Dr. Christopher Morgan (972) 516-5010, Guitar Ensemble under Sabine Madriquera (972) 881-5107, Jazztet Two under Kevin McNerney (972) 881-5107. Performance facility is the John Anthony Theatre (365 seats).

Overall enrollment: 14,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $900

Lamar State College-Port Arthur Commercial Music Program 2
P. O. Box 310
Port Arthur, TX 77641-0310
(409) 984-6520; (409) 983-4921; Fax (409) 984-6078
michael.judy[at]NOSPAMlamarpa.edu
Michael Judy, Program Director of Commercial Music
Charles Gongre, Dean


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 2006
Undergraduate students: 43
Graduate students: 0
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 4
Part-time instructors: 2
Student-Teacher ratio: 1:10
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 60-72
(within major: 45-50; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
LSC-PA offers financial aid and equal opportunity for all qualified students..Competitive scholarships are offered..
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Commercial Music Program at (409) 984-6520.

Accreditations/Affiliations



The Commercial Music Program awards two AAS degrees: audio engineering and music performance. One Year Certificates are awarded in audio engineering and music performance. Program facilities include two Recording Studios with 24-track Protools HD 1 version 7.1/ Nuendo based digital control surface Cubase 4, as well as a 48-track analogue control surface, six G5/HD workstations in sound isolated environments, a large and small recording suite, a 20 workstation midi lab, a piano lab with 17 Roland KR-7 digital pianos, two rehearsal halls, and two performance halls. LSC-PA offers financial aid and equal opportunity for all qualified students. Performance facilities include the Lamar Theater in the Performing Arts Center (401 seats) and Black Box Theater (100 seats). Please call (409) 984-6520 for more information. . Performance facilities include the Lamar Theater in the Performing Arts Center (401 seats) and Black Box Theater (100 seats). Please call (409) 984-6520 for more information.

Overall enrollment:
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,200

Prairie View A&M University • Department of Music and Drama
P.O. Box 519
Prairie View, TX 77446-0519
(936) 261-3335; (936) 857-2111; Fax (936) 261-3331
danny_kelly[at]NOSPAMpvamu.edu
Dr. Danny R. Kelley, Dean
Dr. William F. McQueen, Department Head
Arlene Robinson, Administrative Assistant

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1920
Undergraduate students: 90
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 12
Part-time instructors: 3
Student-Teacher ratio: 15:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 130
(within major: 65; within minor: 19)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Three talent scholarships are available for incoming freshman, as well as numerous smaller scholarships in each performance area.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. John Cornelius (936) 261-3309

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Music Educators Association
Texas Music Educators Conference

The Department of Music and Drama at Prairie View A&M University offers a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, and Applied Music (Performance) and Music with teacher certification. A strong emphasis of the department is the personal attention given by the faculty to the academic and musical development of each student. The University benefits from the cultural events of the Greater Houston Metropolitan area. Members of the faculty are solid performers and teachers who have earned degrees from the best universities and professional schools of music in the U.S. University talent scholarships are awarded to those students who meet the qualifications. Stipends are available to participants in the Marching Band. Outstanding alumni include Brenda Wimberly, Leontyne Price Fellowship award winner; Dr. Robert Henry, Director, Houston Ebony Opera Guild; Dr. Danny R. Kelley, concert pianist; and Dr. Agnes B. Curry-Jones, Chairperson of the Department of Fine Arts, Huston-Tillotson College, to name a few. Performance opportunities include the Concert Choir (75 members; Mrs. Jan Taylor, Director), Brass Ensemble (15 members), Marching Band (200 members; George W. Edwards, Director), Percussion Ensemble (12 members; Larry E. Jones, Director), Symphonic Band (50 members; Dr. Lucius R. Wyatt, Director), Jazz Band (20 member; Robert Sanders, Director), Clarinet Choir (Sheila Patterson, Director), and Flute Ensemble (Dr. Wendy I. Bergin, Director). Performance facility is the Hobart Taylor Recital Hall; contact Dr. Danny R. Kelley (409) 857-3919.

Overall enrollment: 7,200
Typical undergraduate tuition: $7,000

Ranger College • Department of Music
1100 College Circle
Ranger, TX 76470
(254) 226-1938; (254) 647-3234, ext. 228; Fax (254) 647-1656
rlitman[at]NOSPAMranger.cc.tx.us
Ross Litman, Band Director and Assistant Professor of Music



Music Department Statistics
Year department established:
Undergraduate students:
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors:
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships are available to many participants, and one hour of college credit per semester is earned for membership in band or choir.
Scholarship coordinator and phone:

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, AACC
TACC, Texas Junior College Association
Texas Association of Music Scholars

Ranger College offers opportunities for students to pursue musical interests through participation in musical groups. Degree plans include Associates of Science and Associates of Arts. The RC Band performs at home football games and presents other programs throughout the year both on and off campus. Also available are the Jazz Ensemble and Pep Band. The RC Bands present TACC, TJCA, several concerts during the year and performs in numerous civic and school programs. Membership is open to all students of the College who have high school band experience. Performance opportunities include: Marching Band, Concert Band, Dixieland Band, and Spirit Brass.

Overall enrollment: NA
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,170.00 - 15 hours per semester

University of Texas at Dallas • Department of Arts & Humanities
2601 North Floyd Road, MS JO45
Richardson, TX 75080
(972) 883-2982; (972) 883-2984
kcevans[at]NOSPAMutdallas.edu
Kathryn Evans, Associate Dean for the Arts
Dr. Dennis Kratz, Dean
Mary Jo Rex, Academic Advisor One

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1975
Undergraduate students:
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 5
Part-time instructors:
Student-Teacher ratio:
Undergraduate degree hours needed:
(within major: ; within minor: )
Teaching certification:
Internship required:
Recording facility:
Scholarships available:

Scholarship coordinator and phone:

Accreditations/Affiliations



The University of Texas at Dallas School of Arts and Humanities offers many ways for students to explore and expand their musical talent, whether as an Art and Performance major or as elective activity. Courses are offered at a variety of levels and interests. Beginning and advanced instruction is offered in both vocal and instrumental areas, including piano, strings, winds and guitar. In addition to the usual offerings in Music History and Theory, students can learn to use computers to arrange and compose in the Digital Music area...

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Angelo State University • Department of Music
ASU STATION No. 10906
San Angelo, TX 76909
(325) 942-2085; (325) 942-2341; Fax (325) 942-2152
david.scott[at]NOSPAMangelo.edu
Dr. David Scott, Head of Department of Art and Music
Dr. Kevin Lambert, Dean
Jaxine Boling, Secretary of Art and Music Department

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1928
Undergraduate students: 100
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 13
Part-time instructors: 1
Student-Teacher ratio: 8:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 130
(within major: 60; within minor: 18)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required:
Recording facility:
Scholarships available: yes
Choral, piano, and band scholarships are available for any qualified student. Carr Performance Scholarships are awarded to talented music majors. Carr Academic Scholarships are awarded to academically talented students in any major field of study. ASU Fame scholarships available for qualified music majors.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Department of Music at (325) 942-2085.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools
Texas Council for the Arts in Education

Angelo State University offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music degrees in music with all-level teacher certification. The distinguished faculty includes Dr. Eldon Black, Professor of Voice, Dr. Pamela Lee, Director of Choral Activities and Dr. David Scott, Director of Bands. The music faculty is dedicated to helping students develop their skills and to achieve their full potential as musicians so students can successfully compete professionally and in graduate school. Performance opportunities include the Ram Marching Band (110 members), Wind Ensemble (50 members), and the ASU Symphonic Band (70 members), Jazz Band (20 members); Concert Chorale (85 members), Chamber Choir (25 members) and the Opera/Music Theatre Workshop (15 members). Performance facilities include the ASU Auditorium (500 seats) and the Recital Hall (190 seats; contact Dr. Scott 325-942-2085).

Overall enrollment: 6,200
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,974

American Orff-Schulwerk Association- Central Texas Orff Chapter 2
6313 Evers Road #1413
San Antonio, TX 78238
(210) 363-6534
shemakesmusic[at]NOSPAMyahoo.com
Ruth Aguírre, President
Angela Leonhardt, Vice President


Music Department Statistics
Year department established:
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Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors:
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Undergraduate degree hours needed:
(within major: ; within minor: )
Teaching certification:
Internship required:
Recording facility:
Scholarships available:

Scholarship coordinator and phone:

Accreditations/Affiliations



Central Texas Orff is based in San Antonio, and hosts four professional development workshops per year for elementary music educators in collaboration with the Texas Music Educators Association, and local school districts. In addition, Orff Schulwerk levels courses lasting two weeks are offered each summer at the campus of Trinity University. CTO is a chapter of the national organization, American Orff-Schulwerk Association...Orff Schulwerk is a way to teach and learn music. It is based on things children like to do: sing, chant rhymes, clap, dance, and keep a beat on anything near at hand. These instincts are directed into learning music by hearing and making music first, then reading and writing it later. This is the same way we all learned our language...Orff Schulwerk happens in a non-competitive atmosphere where one of the rewards is the pleasure of making good music with others. When the children want to write down what they have composed, reading and writing find their moment. ..Orff Schulwerk uses poems, rhymes, games, songs, and dances as examples and basic materials. These may be traditional or original. Spoken or sung, they may be accompanied by clapping and stamping or by drums, sticks, and bells. ..With Orff Schulwerk, improvisation and composition start students on a lifetime of knowledge and pleasure through personal musical experience. Learning is meaningful only if it brings satisfaction to the learner, and satisfaction arises from the ability to use acquired knowledge for the purpose of creating. For both teacher and student, Orff Schulwerk is a theme with endless variation.

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Audio Enginearing Institute
6610 Buffalo Hills
San Antonio, TX 78256
(210) 698-9666
info[at]NOSPAMaudio-eng.com
Marius Perron III, Chief Instructor



Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1978
Undergraduate students:
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 5
Student-Teacher ratio:
Undergraduate degree hours needed:
(within major: ; within minor: )
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: no

Scholarship coordinator and phone:

Accreditations/Affiliations
Audio Engineering Society
IEEE
International MIDI Association

The Audio Enginearing Institute teaches the technical side of sound and music - about microphones, mixing boards, loudspeakers, computer audio, Pro Tools, etc. We offer lecture and lab classes at the basic and advanced level, each lasting ten weeks. Lecture classes meet on Monday nights, 6:30 - 9:30 PM. Lab classes meet individually, once a week, at a time that is convenient for each student. Basic Lecture Course costs $795 - either paid in full in advance, or $300 down and $52 per week. Credit cards are accepted. Money Back Guarantee: Attend two meetings of a course. If you feel that you are not learning what you expected, you will receive a full refund of all moneys paid. The Audio Enginearing Institute has taught sound engineering since 1978. We are approved and regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission Career Schools division.

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Our Lady of the Lake University • Department of Music
411 Southwest 24th Street
San Antonio, TX 78207-4689
(210) 434-6711 ext. 8137; (210) 434-6711; Fax (210) 431-4090
danif[at]NOSPAMlake.ollusa.edu
Dr. Martha Fabrique, Chair
Mary Francine Danis, Dean of Arts and Sciences
Ruth Moreland, Voice Instructor/Choral

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1911
Undergraduate students: 11
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 4
Part-time instructors: 8
Student-Teacher ratio: 5:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: 36; within minor: 18)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: no
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships are available and they require an in-person audition which is to be completed during the month of February.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Sister Jule Adele Espey at (210) 434-6711 ext. 2247

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Schools


Our Lady of the Lake University provides curriculum for a Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music, certification for Elementary Music Education, and a minor in music. The curriculum is founded on a balance of theory, history/literature, and solo/ensemble courses and experiences. A variety of courses and private instruction are available to all students within the general education program and liberal arts environment. Performance opportunities include Mariachi and Our Lady of the Lake Chorus (Madlyn Pape, C.D.P., Director 210-434-6711, ext. 2219), Guitar (Leslie Lyon, 210-434-6711, ext. 2240), Flutes, Recorders and Clarinets (Martha Fabrique, 210-434-6711, ext. 8137), Brass Ensemble (John Carrolli, 210-434-6711, ext.2240), String Ensemble (Michael Twomey, 210-434-6711, ext.8104), Mariachi Ensemble (Marcos Garcia, 210-434-6711, ext.2240). Performance facility is the Thiry Auditorium with a capacity of 900. Please call 210-434-6711, ext. 2240 for more information.

Overall enrollment: 3,395
Typical undergraduate tuition: $14,650

Palo Alto College • Fine and Performing Arts Speech Communication
1400 West Villaret Blvd.
San Antonio, TX 78224
(210) 921-5340; (210) 921-5000; Fax (210) 921-5424
bosner[at]NOSPAMaccdvm.accd.edu
Carolyn DeLecour, Chairperson
Brent Osner, Associate Professor of Music
Armin Marmolejo, Instructor of Music

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1989
Undergraduate students: 40
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 7
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: NA
(within major: NA; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Brent Osner (210) 921-5340

Accreditations/Affiliations
NA


Palo Alto College offers a music program with a 2-year curriculum. This junior college allows students to transfer 2 years worth of credit to a 4-year school. Palo Alto and UTSA offer a "2 plus 2" program where students can start at Palo Alto and continue at UTSA. Courses required for Palo Alto's music program include 4 semesters of theory, 4 of ear training, 4 of piano, and 4 individual instruction on instruments. Palo Alto features jazz, choral and mariachi ensembles. Every faculty member has a master's degree. Each year, Palo Alto puts on a Jazz Festival which features major artists (Claudio Roditti, Conrad Erwig, Mike Smith). A Mariachi Festival is also an annual event. Performance opportunities include: Jazz ensemble (12 members) Armin Marmolejo (210) 921-5324; Choir (30 members) Brent Osner (210) 921-5340; Mariachi Palominos (18 members) Juan Ortiz (210) 921-5340.

Overall enrollment: 6,400
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,332

St. Mary's University • Department of Music
1 Camino Santa Maria • Box 62
San Antonio, TX 78228-8562
(210) 436-3421; (210) 431-5023; Fax (210) 436-3640

John P. Moore, Chairperson
Dr. Janet Dizinno, Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences
Delia Von Muldau, Administrative Asst to the Dean

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1940
Undergraduate students: 30
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 5
Part-time instructors: 22
Student-Teacher ratio: 10:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 131
(within major: 64; within minor: 21)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: no
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Performance grants of up to $5,000 are awarded in the areas of piano, voice, guitar, winds, and jazz.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: John P. Moore at (210) 436-3421.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

St. Mary's University offers a Bachelor of Arts in Performance and a Bachelor of Arts in All Level Music Education (band or choral). It has a strong jazz element and is developing a mariachi ensemble. Performance opportunities include the Concert Choir (under the direction of Daniel Long), Rattler Pep Band and Jazz Orchestra (under the direction of John Rankin), Concert Band (under the direction of Dale Schultz), Opera Workshop, Chamber Choir, Percussion Ensemble, Strings, Jazz Lab, Brass, Woodwinds, Madrigals and the Guitar Ensemble (under the direction of Leslie Lyon). Mariachi ensemble is being developed. Performance facilities include the University Conference Room (400 seats), the newly constructed recital hall (165 seats), and the Reinbolt Theater (200 seats); for more information contact John P. Moore.

Overall enrollment: 4,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $19,334

Saint Philips College • Fine Arts Department 2
1801 Martin Luther King Drive, WFAC 207-A
San Antonio, TX 78203-2098
(210) 531-3321; (210) 531-3200; Fax (210) 531-4768
hwashing[at]NOSPAMaccd.edu
Henry Washington, Music Coordinator
Gregory Gonzales, Instrumental Music / Music Technology
Dr. Gregory Hudspeth, Dean of Arts and Sciences

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1919
Undergraduate students: 35
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 2
Part-time instructors: 10
Student-Teacher ratio: 20:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 73
(within major: 43; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required:
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships available include the Fine Arts Scholarship; Kathryn Walker Morgan Scholarship.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Regis Shephard (210) 531-3321.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Texas Association of Music Schools


St. Philip's College Fine Arts Dept. offers a Field of Study Associate of Arts Degree in Music. Students may choose their principal instrument from a wide variety of instruments and voice. In addition to a complete program that fulfills state requirements for a field of study associates degree, the college offers study in music software, recording technology, and performance in jazz, classical, R&B, and gospel styles.. Performance opportunities include the Electronic Keyboard Ensemble, Jazz Band, Guitar & String Ensembles, College Choir, Gospel Chorale, also our Mariachi Ensemble and the Community Choir (Both are.Continuing Education courses). Henry Washington: Choirs (210) 531-3326, Gregory Gonzales: Instrumental (210) 531-3325. Performance facility is the Watson Fine Arts Center Theatre. 600 seats. Contact Justin Bennett (210) 531-4706..

Overall enrollment: 9,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $900

San Antonio College • Department of Music
1300 San Pedro Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78212-4299
(210) 733-2731; (210) 733-2000; Fax (210) 733-2985
jhoward[at]NOSPAMaccd.edu
Dr. Jessica Howard, Chairperson
Conrad D. Krueger, Dean of Arts and Sciences


Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1947
Undergraduate students: 200
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 9
Part-time instructors: 30
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 66
(within major: 35; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: no
Internship required:
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Music scholarships are awarded in amounts ranging from $100-$300 per semester contingent upon audition and participation in an ensemble. Applications for scholarships based upon academic achievement are available through the Student Financial Aid Office.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Student Financial Aid Office (210) 733-2150. Music Scholarships (210) 733-2731.

Accreditations/Affiliations
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Texas Association of Music Schools

The Department of Music at San Antonio College offers an Associate of Arts and a transfer curriculum for students seeking an undergraduate degree in music at a four-year university. Enrichment courses such as Music Appreciation, American Music, and Humanities survey courses are offered for the general campus student and the community. On-campus recording facility available at KSYM-FM recording studio; for more information contact John Onderdonk, Program Coordinator. Performance opportunities include the SAC Concert Band (50 members) and Brass Ensemble (12 members)--both under the direction of Peter Kline, 210-733-2731; SAC Concert Choir (65 members; Cindy Barber, Director 210-733-2731); Chamber Singers (16 members; Cindy Barbier, Director 210-733-2731); Latin Jazz Ensemble (15 members; Alice Gomez, Director 210-733-2731); Guitar Ensemble (16 members; Terry Muska, Director 210-733-2731); Early Music Ensemble (six members; Madalyn Blanchett, Director 210-733-2731). Jazz Ensemble (25 members; Andrew Gignac, Director 210-733-2731); Instrumental Chamber Ensemble (10 members, Elizabeth Girko, Director); and Estudiantina (12 members; Alice Gomez (210) 733-2731). Performance facilities include the McAllister Auditorium (975 seats); Jennifer Anderson, Manager (210) 733-2717.

Overall enrollment: 22,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $864

San Antonio College Radio, TV & Film Department/ Music Business Program
1300 San Pedro Avenue
San Antonio, TX 78212-4299
(210) 733-2793; Fax (210) 733-2778
fweiss[at]NOSPAMaccd.edu
Fredric A. Weiss, Professor and Program Coordinator



Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 2005
Undergraduate students: 70
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 1
Part-time instructors: 3
Student-Teacher ratio: 1:18
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 65-67
(within major: 50; within minor: )
Teaching certification:
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Various scholarships are available through the college's Financial Aide office.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: (210) 733-2150

Accreditations/Affiliations



San Antonio College Radio,TV & Film Department host this music business program leading to the AAS (2-year) degree. State of the art facilities in new Longwith Radio, TV & Film Bldg including surround-sound auditorium and recording studio, protools labs, and KSYM-FM. McAllister Auditorium (800 seats).Auditorium Manager, (210) 733-2716.LRTF Lecture / Presentation Room.Ester Valasez (210) 733-2793.

Overall enrollment:
Typical undergraduate tuition: $1,472- $ 2,832

Trinity University • Music Department
Music Department, One Trinity Place
San Antonio, TX 78212-7200
(210) 999-8212; (210) 999-7011; Fax (210) 999-8170
carl.leafstedt[at]NOSPAMtrinity.edu
Dr. Carl Leafstedt, Chairman
Michael Fischer, Vice President for Academic Affairs
Dr. Diane Cummings Persellin, Professor of Music
Amy Lazzell, Senior Secretary

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1869
Undergraduate students: 50
Graduate students:
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 12
Part-time instructors: 22
Student-Teacher ratio: 11:1
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 124
(within major: 60; within minor: 26)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
NA
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Department of Music at (210) 736-8212.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Trinity University offers a Bachelor of Arts degree with a broad and comprehensive course of study in the liberal arts. We also offer a Bachelor of Music with a plan of specialization and the opportunity of attaining a high level of accomplishment with majors in Performance, Composition, or a five-year teacher certification program. Requirements for all-level teacher certification include the Bachelor of Music degree and fifth-year internship program, culminating in the Master of Arts in Teaching. Performance opportunities include three choirs, a symphony orchestra, two bands, handbell choir, and numerous small ensembles. Performance facilities include the Ruth Taylor Concert Hall (325 seats) and Laurie Auditorium (2,700 seats).

Overall enrollment: 2,500
Typical undergraduate tuition: NA

University of Texas at San Antonio • Department of Music
Department of Music, 6900 North Loop 1604 West
San Antonio, TX 78249-0645
(210) 458-4354; (210) 458-4011; Fax (210) 458-4381
steven.hill[at]NOSPAMutsa.edu
Dr. Eugene Dowdy, Chair, Department of Music
Dr. Dan Gelo, Dean, College of Liberal and Fine Arts
Dr. James Balentine, Associate Chair
Steven Hill, Department Administrative Secretary

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1975
Undergraduate students: 260
Graduate students: 20
Doctoral students: 0
Full-time professors: 22
Part-time instructors: 35
Student-Teacher ratio: 7:12
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 123
(within major: 56; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships include the Department of Music Scholarship, Anna May Day Scholarship, Berg Scholarship, Andrew Gurwitz Scholarship, Marjorie Powell Zachry Piano Scholarship, Friends of Music, Emily Wells Brown Scholarship, Alfredo Flores/Alamo Music, Roneale Duncan Memorial, Music Faculty and Alumni, Theresa Gordon, Bess Hieronymus Scholarship, Janice K. Hodges Memorial, Rhoderick Key Memborial, Sam and Pam Kirkpatrick, Opera Guild of San Antonio, Linda Poetschke, Presser Scholarship, San Antonio Music Club, Joe and Chris Stuessy, Sturchio Family.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. James Balentine at (210) 458-4354.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Manufacturers of Band Instruments
National Association of Music Merchants
National Association of Schools of Music

The University of Texas at San Antonio Department of Music is one of few schools in the U.S. that offers a combination Music/Business degree and will place students into music business internships. UTSA offers bachelor and master degrees with more than 250 majors enrolled in the Department of Music. A Bachelor of Music degree is offered in Music Marketing, Performance, Music Studies, and Music Composition and a Master of Music degree is offered with a concentration in either Performance, Music Education, Instrumental or Choral conducting, and Piano Pedagogy and Performance. We have outsanding music facilities and a new recording/technology studio. Performance opportunities include the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Roadrunner Band, Concert Choir, Womens Choir, UTSA Chorus, Madrigal Singers, Jazz Choir, Lyric Theatre, Opera Workshop, Mariachi, and Chamber Ensembles. Performance facilities include the Recital Hall (500 seats; Cindy Solis, Events Manager 210-458-5685), and Buena Vista Theater (seats 285).

Overall enrollment: 27,400
Typical undergraduate tuition: $4,700

University of Texas at San Antonio • Institute for Music Research 2
6900 North Loop 1604 West
San Antonio, TX 78249-0645
(210) 458-5335; (210) 458-4354; Fax (210) 458-4381
stacey.davis[at]NOSPAMutsa.edu
Dr. Stacey Davis, Director, Institute for Music Research
Dr. Den Gelo, Dean, Liberal and Fine Arts
Dr. Eugene Dowdy, Chair, Department of Music

Music Department Statistics
Year department established: 1991
Undergraduate students: 260
Graduate students: 30
Doctoral students:
Full-time professors: 21
Part-time instructors: 26
Student-Teacher ratio: NA
Undergraduate degree hours needed: 123
(within major: 56; within minor: NA)
Teaching certification: yes
Internship required: yes
Recording facility: yes
Scholarships available: yes
Scholarships include the Division of Music Scholarship, Anna May Day Scholarship, Berg Scholarship, Andrew Gurwitz Scholarship, Zachary Scholarship, and Keyboard Scholarship.
Scholarship coordinator and phone: Dr. Eugene Dowdy at (210) 458-4354.

Accreditations/Affiliations
National Association of Schools of Music
Texas Association of Music Schools

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a comprehensive public metropolitan university offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The Division of Music is authorized to award the Bachelor of Music degree with one of four emphases: music performance, composition, music marketing or music studies. The Institute for Music Research at the University of Texas at San Antonio was established to promote research in music education, musicology, music psychology and music technology. IMR activities include computer services (available worldwide via the Internet), conferences, research projects and publications. Performance opportunities include the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra, Roadrunner Band, Concert Choir, UTSA Chorus, Madrigal Singers, Jazz Choir, Opera Workshop, and Chamber Ensembles. Performance facilities include the Recital Hall (seats 500; Cindy Solis, Events Manager 210-458-5685) and the Buena Vista Theater (seats 285).

Overall enrollment: 24,000
Typical undergraduate tuition: $2,500

University of the Incarnate Word • Department of Music 2
4301 Broadway
San Antonio, TX 78209-6397
(210) 829-3848; (210) 829-6000; Fax (210) 829-3880
jwaller[at]NOSPAM