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Does
USD have a music major?
Intensive study
on the horn is available though the pursuit of a music major at
the University of South Dakota. Degrees are available in music education,
music performance and arts management.
What
if I don't major in music?
Elective study
is available for anyone who wishes to study horn. At USD, you receive
the same individual care and attention that is offered to music
majors. You will also have the same performance opportunities our
majors enjoy.
Does
USD have a graduate school?
USD offers
the Master of Music degree with emphasis in Performance, Music Education,
History and Literature, and the History of Musical Instruments.
Graduate Assistantships are available.
Can I
take horn lessons?
Students have
the privilege of studying horn in a private setting while gaining
academic credit. You may take lessons as a music major or for elective
credit. There is NO additional charge beyond normal tuition for
this effective, one-on-one teaching. You will have the option of
an hour or a half-hour lesson each week.
What's
special about the horn studio at USD?
Because of
the ties between the music department and America's Shrine to Music
Museum (on the USD campus), opportunities exist to study and perform
on the natural or valveless horn.
What
kind of ensembles can I participate in?
You are sure
to find an ensemble that meets your needs and interests.
Basketball Pep Band
Brass Choir
Chamber Orchestra
Collegium Musicum
"Dakota's Finest" Marching Coyotes
Horn Ensemble
Jazz Band
Symphonic Band
Symphonic Orchestra
Varsity Concert Band
Woodwind Quintet
What
kind of scholarships does USD have?
USD has a wide
range of scholarships available to music majors and non-majors.
Music scholarships require an audition, either live or taped. Scholarships
may be renewed subject to annual review of student progress and
commitment.
What
professional memberships are available?
Students have
the opportunity to join MENC, the Music Educators National Conference.
This group is for those interested in finding out more about the
different methods of teaching. Horn players also have the option
of joining the International Horn Society or IHS. As an IHS memeber,
you will receive a quarterly publication, the Horn Call. In addition,
you will gain opportunities to attend workshops.
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