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General Information
Founded in 1972, Five Towns College is an independent,
nonsectarian, coeducational institution of higher education
that serves both residential and commuter student
populations. It is committed to providing high quality
undergraduate and graduate programs at the Associate,
Baccalaureate, Master’s, and Doctoral levels that lead to
professional and liberal arts degrees.
ACCREDITATION
Five Towns College is accredited by the Commission on Higher
Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and
Schools , 3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA19104, 215-662-
5606. The Commission on Higher Education is an institutional
accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education
and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
The Education Unit at Five Towns College is accredited by
the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Educa-
tion (NCATE), 2010 Massachusetts Ave., NW, Suite 500,
Washington, DC 20036; phone (202) 466-7496. This ac-
creditation covers initial teacher preparation programs and
advanced educator preparation programs.
The College is chartered by the New York State Board of
Regents. Its curricula are registered by the New York State
Education Department, 89 Washington Avenue - 2 West
Mezzanine, Albany, New York 12234 (518) 474-3862.
THE LONG ISLAND METROPOLITAN REGION
Five Towns College is situated within an easy commute to
the places where the world's greatest musicians gather and
perform, as well as the varied cultural attractions that make
the Long Island Metropolitan Region a mecca of world
culture. The educational advantage of being in the artistic
capital of the world cannot be overemphasized.
New York City, with everything from Lincoln Center to
Broadway, is just a train ride away and provides students
with some of the best cultural advantages in the world. The
opportunity to see, hear and directly experience the plethora
of creative activities that only New York City offers is one
that cannot fail to make a student's four years at Five Towns
College much more than an opportunity for technical growth.
It is truly a chance to expand every horizon and to mature
intellectually, emotionally, and culturally.
Closer to campus, the many communities of Long Island abound
with cultural and recreational opportunities. The sandy shores
of Jones Beach State Park and the Fire Island National Seashore
are world renowned for their white sandy beaches. Just off
campus is Long Island's bustling Route 110 corridor, the home
of numerous national and multinational corporations.
MISSION STATEMENT
Five Towns College orchestrates a lifelong pursuit of
learning that fosters a commitment to ethical, intellectual,
and social values. Dedicated to excellence in learning,
teaching, and scholarship, the College celebrates the worlds
of music, media, business, teaching, the performing arts,
and the entertainment industry. By integrating rigorous
academic inquiry, research, and practical experience, the
College prepares graduates to be articulate and imaginative
participants in our democratic society.
Five Towns College nourishes in its students a global
perspective, through distinctive curricula that combine
content expertise with a general education program.
By bringing students and faculty together in a creative
community, the College facilitates an environment that
respects both individuality and diversity, while challenging
students to expand their unique talents to the fullest.
GOALS OF THE COLLEGE
• To foster a learning environment that encourages individual
and collaborative creativity and respects the differences of
others.
• To develop in undergraduate students college-level
proficiencies in general education.
• To develop in undergraduate students content expertise
consistent with their career objectives.
• To strengthen graduate students' professional-level
proficiencies in content-specific areas.
• To promote a lifelong commitment to learning and
professional development through curricular and
extracurricular offerings that nourish a community of artists
and scholars.
THE CAMPUS
Nestled in the rolling hills of Long Island's North Shore, Five
Towns College offers students the opportunity to study in an
attractive suburban environment. The College's serene 35-acre
campus, located in the wooded countryside of Dix Hills, in the
town of Huntington, New York, provides students with a park-
like refuge where they can achieve their academic goals.
The campus consists of a number of interconnected structures
that house the academic and other related facilities of the
College. These include a performing arts center, Upbeat
Café, student center, library, classrooms, gymnasium, ad-
ministrative offices and The John Lennon Center for Music
and Technology. Residence Halls are located on campus in
the new Living/Learning Center. The campus also contains
an attractive central courtyard and athletic fields.
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College President and founders Stanley and Lorraine Cohen with actress Kitty Carlisle
Hart and legendary writers and lyricists Betty Comden and Adolph Green
at a Friars Foundation Annual International Gala Dinner and Ball.

Dr. Stanley Cohen, Cy Leslie and Clive Davis at recent commencement

awarding an Honorary Doctor of Music Degree (Mus.D.) to Mr. Davis.

Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed. )
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION PROGRAM (1-6)
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The graduate program in Childhood Education, leading to the
Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) degree is a direct
outgrowth of the Bachelor of Science Program in Childhood
Education. It enables graduates of the B.S. program and
other qualified individuals to complete the Regents require-
ments in this area leading to New York State Certification.
The program has been designed by the Education faculty
of Five Towns College and teachers and administrators cur-
rently working in various school districts on Long Island. It
is the intent of this program to enhance student understand-
ing, pedagogical skills and appreciation of the recent Stan-
dards put forth by the Regents. The courses are organized
in progressive tiers from the 500 level up to the research
courses and seminars in the 700 level. The coursework can
be completed in three semesters of full-time study or on a
part-time basis.
The objectives of the program are to provide graduates
students with the ability to:
• teach the history, philosophy and current trends in the field
of childhood education;
• apply current thinking on evaluations and assessment in
the classroom;
• teach literacy, mathematics and technology;
• incorporate different cultures into the classroom;
• meet the educational needs of exceptional children; and
• evaluate research in the area of Childhood Education.
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The curriculum consists of 36 credits in Master’s level
courses and 25 hours of field experience designed to develop
or enhance the level of competencies of the classroom
teacher in areas of instruction related to grades 1-6. Graduate
students are taught research skills that will enable them to
select, analyze and evaluate current research articles and
proposals so that they can incorporate select findings into
their instruction/learning processes.
Courses are taught by instructors who have the academic
credentials, college teaching and significant professional
experience in Childhood Education that enables them to
teach practical applications as well as current academic
theory and practice.
The program framework calls for consonance and coherence
with its theoretical and conceptual base, student outcomes,
courses, instruction and evaluation. The content of courses
complement each other and are consistent with the conceptual
framework of the program.
The graduate program in Childhood Education is designed
to develop and enhance the level of competencies of the
classroom teacher in areas of instruction related to grades
1-6, to establish research skills in various education topics
and increase expertise and knowledge of the teacher's role
in the teaching-learning process.
Graduation Requirements
1. Satisfactory completion of thirty-six (36) credits of
course work that are designed to have the student acquire
knowledge, expertise, and research skills in the field;
2. 25 hours of field experience;
3. A minimum of 24 credits at the College;
4. A minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0; and
5. A research project approved by the Graduate Advisor.
Candidates for the master's degree must complete all re-
quirements within five years of the date of matriculation.
If continuous matriculation has not been maintained, a
reevaluation of credentials will be required.
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CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (1-6)

Master of Science in Education (M.S. Ed.) Degree
Recommended Sequence of Courses
HEGIS Code: 0802

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

The courses below are required of all students in the graduate

program in Childhood Education leading to the Master of
Science Degree in Education.

SEMESTER I Credits
ELE 531 Current Issues in Education...................... 3
ELE 533 Evaluation and Assessment of Learning... 3
ELE 534 Exceptional Children and the Schools...... 3
ELE 631 Social Studies in the Elementary School.. 3
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SEMESTER II
ELE 551 Research Methods and Materials.............. 3
ELE 632 Current Mathematical Concepts ............. 3
ADMISSION STANDARDS ELE 633 Literature for Children.............................. 3
ELE 634 Science and Technology........................... 3
Graduate study in Childhood Education leading to the 12
Master of Science in Education degree is open to qualified
individuals who possess an appropriate bachelor’s degree SEMESTER III
with major study in Liberal Arts and Childhood Education ELE 552 Project Seminar......................................... 3
and have qualified for New York State Provisional/Initial ELE 732 Reading and Writing Seminar . ................ 3
Certification as Teacher of Childhood Education. ELE 733 Gifted Child Seminar................................ 3
______ Elective..................................................... 3
Students seeking admission to the Childhood Education
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program leading to a Master of Science in Education degree

must have a Baccalaureate Degree in Childhood Education
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with a G.P.A. of 2.75 or better in education courses that meet
the New York State Regents Standards.
Students may be admitted to the graduate program as ma-
triculants, non-matriculants or matriculated with conditions.
Students may not take more than twelve credits of graduate
work before being accepted for matriculation.

TRANSFER CREDIT
Students who have taken graduate work at another institution
may transfer up to twelve credits toward the Master of
Science in Education degree if the course work was taken
within a three-year period preceding matriculation at
Five Towns College. The number of credits and type of
course work transferred must be approved by the Graduate
Admissions Committee.
Students planning to take graduate courses for transfer credit
at other institutions must have advance approval in writing
from the Academic Affairs' Office.

Master of Music (M.M.)
JAZZ/COMMERCIAL MUSIC PROGRAM
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The graduate program in Jazz/Commercial Music is offered
with concentrations in Performance, Composition/Arrang-
ing, Music History, and Music Technology. It provides
qualified students the opportunity to advance their study and
research in the field of music and earn a Master of Music
degree (M.M.).
The program is designed to meet the needs of professional
musicians, audio recording engineers, music business ex-
ecutives, multimedia specialists, and active professionals
working in the music industry, music education, or a music-
related field.
Courses of study are flexible and designed to complement
past experience and assist students in reaching current and
future goals. Students meet each semester with the Graduate
Advisor to plan their academic program.
Students must satisfactorily complete at least 36 credits of
approved graduate courses with a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0.
Twenty-four of these credits must be completed in residence
in order to be eligible for the Master's Degree. Undergradu-
ate courses (100-400 level) may not be counted for credit
toward a master's degree.
The graduate program leading to the Master of Music De-
gree is planned for three semesters of full-time study. Many
students, however, take two years or more to complete all
requirements. Graduate courses are scheduled for the late
afternoon or early evening for the convenience of working
students.
Candidates for the master's degree must complete all re-
quirements within five years of the date of matriculation.
If continuous matriculation has not been maintained, a
reevaluation of credentials will be required.
All candidates for the degree have the opportunity to perform
with an instrumental/vocal performance ensemble during
each semester of study.
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ADMISSION STANDARDS
All candidates for admission are expected to demonstrate
musical skills and a commitment to the advancement
of their personal and professional accomplishments.
Completion of a bachelor's degree in music or a related
field with a 2.75 G.P.A. is required for admission.
TRANSFER CREDIT
Students who have taken graduate work at another institution
may transfer up to twelve credits toward the Master of Music
degree if the course work was taken within a three-year
period preceding matriculation at Five Towns College. The
number of credits and type of course work transferred must
be approved by the Graduate Admissions Committee.
Students planning to take graduate courses for transfer credit
at other institutions must have advance approval in writing
from the Dean's Office.
RECITALS/PROJECT
The Master of Music program requires performance majors to
study with a member of the College faculty while matriculated
for a degree, take a juried music examination at the end of
their second semester, and perform a Graduate Recital at the
end of their third semester. An approved research project is
required of degree candidates in all concentrations.
Graduation Requirements
1. satisfactory completion of thirty-six (36) credits of
course work that are designed to have the student acquire
knowledge, expertise, and research skills in the field;
2. a minimum of 24 credits at the College;
3. a minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0;
4. a minimum grade of "B" in all concentration courses; and
5. a research project approved by the Graduate Advisor.
Candidates for the master's degree must complete all re-
quirements within five years of the date of matriculation.
If continuous matriculation has not been maintained, a
reevaluation of credentials will be required.
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JAZZ/COMMERCIAL MUSIC PROGRAM
Master of Music Degree (M.M.)
HEGIS Code: 1004
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
The courses below are required of all students in the graduate
program in Jazz/Commercial Music leading to the Master
of Music degree.
Credits
A.MUSIC CORE......................................................... 12
B. CONCENTRATION................................................ 18
C. ELECTIVES............................................................ 6
Total 36
A.MUSIC CORE......................................................... 12
MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles................ 3
AUD 521 MIDI Concepts................................. 3
EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials..... 3
MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1....... 3
B. CONCENTRATION................................................ 18
C. ELECTIVES . ........................................................ 6
CONCENTRATION COMPONENTS
Students in the graduate program in Jazz/Commercial Music
take the courses in the music core and select one of the con-
centrations listed below. The 12 credits in the music core,
18 credits in the selected concentration, together with the 6
credits of electives complete the 36-credit requirement for
the Master of Music degree.
Composition/Arranging
EDU 511 Computer Music Notation 1................ 3
EDU 552 Project Seminar................................... 3
MUS 614 Composers Workshop 1....................... 3
MUS 511 Jazz Harmony 1................................... 3
MUS ___ Electives.............................................. 6
Total 18
Music History
EDU 552 Project Seminar................................... 3
MUH 502 American Songwriters 1900-1960....... 3
MUH 503 The Swing Era..................................... 3
MUH 601 American Musicals to 1940 or
MUH 701 American Musicals after 1940............ 3
MUH ___ Electives.............................................. 6
Total 18
Music Performance
EDU 552 Project Seminar................................... 3
MUS 541 Major Instrument/Voice 1................... 2
MUS 542 Major Instrument/Voice 2................... 2
MUS 641 Major Instrument/Voice 3................... 2
PE __ ___ Performance Ensembles 1-3 . ............. 3
MUS ___ Electives.............................................. 6
Total 18
Music Technology
AUD 500 Multitrack Audio Production............... 3
AUD 511 Nonlinear Production.......................... 3
AUD 512 Advanced Nonlinear Production......... 3
EDU 552 Project Seminar................................... 3
MUS ___ Electives.............................................. 6
Total 18
Choral Conducting
EDU 506 Vocal Music Curriculum..................... 3
EDU 552 Project Seminar................................... 3
EDU 607 Advanced Choral Conducting............. 3
EDU 608 Choral Literature................................. 3
MUS ___ Electives.............................................. 6
Total 18
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JAZZ COMMERCIAL MUSIC JAZZ COMMERCIAL MUSIC

Composition/Arranging Concentration Music History Concentration
Master of Music Degree (M.M.) Master of Music Degree (M.M.)
Recommended Sequence of Courses Recommended Sequence of Courses
HEGIS Code: 1004 HEGIS Code: 1004

SEMESTER I Credits SEMESTER I Credits

* AUD 521 MIDI Concepts.................................. 3
+ EDU 511 Computer Music Notation 1.............. 3
* MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles.................. 3
* MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1....... 3
12
* AUD 521 MIDI Concepts.................................. 3
* MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles.................. 3
+ MUH 502 American Songwriters 1900-1960..... 3
* MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1....... 3
12

SEMESTER II
* EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials....... 3
+ MUS 511 Jazz Harmony 1................................. 3
+ MUS ___ Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3
12
SEMESTER II
+ MUH 503 The Swing Era................................... 3
* EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials....... 3
+ MUH ___ Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3
12

SEMESTER III SEMESTER III

+ EDU 552 Project Seminar.................................. 3
+ MUS 614 Composers Workshop 1..................... 3
+ MUS ___ Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3
12
Total 36
+ EDU 552 Project Seminar.................................. 3
+ MUH 601 American Musicals to 1940 or
+ MUH 701 American Musicals after 1940........... 3
+ MUH ___ Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3
12
Total 36

* Music Core Courses * Music Core Courses

+ Composition/Arranging Concentration + Music History Concentration
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JAZZ COMMERCIAL MUSIC JAZZ COMMERCIAL MUSIC

Music Performance Concentration Music Technology Concentration
Master of Music Degree (M.M.) Master of Music Degree (M.M.)
Recommended Sequence of Courses Recommended Sequence of Courses
HEGIS Code: 1004 HEGIS Code: 1004

SEMESTER I Credits SEMESTER I Credits

* AUD 521 MIDI Concepts.................................. 3
* MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles.................. 3
* MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1....... 3
+ MUS 541 Major Instrument/Voice 1.................. 2
+ PE__ ___ Performance Ensemble...................... 1
12
+ AUD 500 Multitrack Audio Production............. 3
* AUD 521 MIDI Concepts.................................. 3
* MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles.................. 3
* MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1....... 3
12

SEMESTER II SEMESTER II
* EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials....... 3 + AUD 511 Nonlinear Production......................... 3
+ MUS 542 Major Instrument/Voice 2.................. 2 * EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials....... 3
+ PE__ ___ Performance Ensemble...................... 1 + MUS ___ Elective.............................................. 3
+ MUS ___ Elective.............................................. 3 _______ Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3 12
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SEMESTER III SEMESTER III

+ EDU 552 Project Seminar.................................. 3 + AUD 512 Advanced Nonlinear Production........ 3
+ MUS 641 Major Instrument/Voice 3.................. 2 + EDU 552 Project Seminar . .............................. 3
PE__ ___ Performance Ensemble...................... 1 + MUS ___ Elective.............................................. 3
+ MUS ___ Elective.............................................. 3 _______ Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3 12
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Total 36
Total 36

* Music Core Courses * Music Core Courses

+ Performance Concentration + Audio Recording Technology Concentration
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JAZZ COMMERCIAL MUSIC

Choral Conducting Concentration
Master of Music Degree (M.M.)
Recommended Sequence of Courses
HEGIS Code: 1004

SEMESTER I Credits
* AUD 521 MIDI Concepts.................................. 3
+ EDU 506 Vocal Music Curriculum.................... 3
* MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles.................. 3
* MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition.......... 3
12

SEMESTER II
* EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials....... 3
+ EDU 607 Advanced Choral Conducting............ 3
+ MUS____ Elective(s).......................................... 3
________ Elective.............................................. 3
12

SEMESTER III
+ EDU 552 Project Seminar.................................. 3
+ EDU 608 Choral Literature................................ 3
+ MUS____ Elective(s).......................................... 3
________ Elective.............................................. 3
12

Total 36 Theatre Department production of

Anything Goes by Cole Porter

* Music Core Courses

+ Choral Conducting Concentration
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MUSIC EDUCATION PROGRAM (M.M.)
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
The graduate program in Music Education requires
satisfactory completion of 36 credits of approved graduate
courses including a research project and 25 hours of field
experience. It is designed for those individuals who
have Provisional/Initial Certification and wish to attain
Professional Certification to teach grades K-12. Twenty-
four (24) of these credits must be completed in residence in
order to be eligible for the Master's Degree. The program
provides qualified students the opportunity to advance their
study and research in music education and earn a Master of
Music degree (M.M.). All requirements must be completed
within five years of the date of matriculation.
ADMISSION STANDARDS
All applicants for admission are required to have Provisional/
Initial Certification and demonstrate by audition significant
musical skills and a commitment to the advancement of their
personal and professional accomplishments. Completion of
an undergraduate major in music education with at least 36
credits of applied music courses and a 2.75 overall G.P.A.
are required for admission.
Students in the graduate program in Music Education take
18 credits of music education courses, 12 credits of music
core courses, and 6 elective credits to complete the 36- credit
requirement for the Master of Music degree.
Graduation Requirements
1. Satisfactory completion of thirty-six (36) credits of
course work that are designed to have the student acquire
knowledge, expertise, and research skills in the field;
2. 25 hours of field experience;
3. A minimum of 24 credits at the College;
4. A minimum Grade Point Average of 3.0; and
5. A research project approved by the Graduate Advisor.
Candidates for the master's degree must complete all re-
quirements within five years of the date of matriculation.
If continuous matriculation has not been maintained, a
reevaluation of credentials will be required.
MUSIC EDUCATION RESEARCH CENTER
The Music Education Research Center (MERC) is available
to help public school districts and music teachers develop
outstanding music programs of excellence.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS
The courses below are required of all students in the graduate
program in Music Education leading to the Master of Music
degree.
Credits
A.MUSIC CORE......................................................... 12
B.MUSIC EDUCATION............................................. 18
C.ELECTIVES............................................................. 6
Total 36
A.MUSIC CORE......................................................... 12
AUD 521 MIDI Concepts................................. 3
MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles................ 3
MUS 511 Jazz Harmony 1................................ 3
MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1...... 3
B. MUSIC EDUCATION............................................. 18
EDU 531 Current Issues in Education............. 3
EDU 542 Music in the Elementary School...... 3
EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials..... 3
EDU 552 Project Seminar................................ 3
EDU 603 Computers in Music Education........ 3
EDU/ELE Elective............................................. 3
C. ELECTIVES . ........................................................ 6
MUSIC EDUCATION
Master of Music Degree (M.M.)
Recommended Sequence of Courses
HEGIS Code: 0832
SEMESTER I Credits
AUD 521 MIDI Concepts.................................. 3
EDU 531 Current Issues in Education............... 3
MUH 501 Commercial Music Styles.................. 3
MUS 513 Electronic Music Composition 1....... 3
12
SEMESTER II
MUS 511 Jazz Harmony 1................................. 3
EDU 551 Research Methods and Materials....... 3
EDU 542 Music in the Elementary School........ 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3
12
SEMESTER III
EDU 603 Computers in Music Education......... 3
EDU 552 Project Seminar.................................. 3
EDU/ELE Elective.............................................. 3
_______ Elective.............................................. 3
12
Total 36
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Newport Jazz Festival promoter George Wein being presented with an Honorary Doctorate
from College President Dr. Stanley Cohen and Artist-in-Residence Ervin Drake.

Doctors Lee Evans, Judith Alstadter and Bernard Rose at

a recent meeting of the Doctoral Governance Committee.
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Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.)

The College through its Graduate Division, accepts
prospective candidates for the degree of Doctor of Musical
Arts (D.M.A.). The degree is granted in the fields of music
performance, composition/arranging, music education, or
music history and literature and requires demonstration of
distinguished attainment. The degree is offered with an
emphasis on jazz/commercial music in accordance with the
mission of the College.
Attainment of a doctoral degree at Five Towns College
requires outstanding scholarship and research culminating
in a dissertation that contributes to the general fund of
knowledge in the area of concentration. Qualified doctoral
candidates must earn a minimum of 60 credits beyond the
master's level and must maintain a 3.0 G.P.A. or higher.
Doctoral degrees in music at the College are intended for
those planning to work at the most advanced academic and
professional levels of musical endeavor. Students admitted
to doctoral study are expected to achieve competence
as musician/scholars who can communicate effectively
both orally and in written form. They should be able to
demonstrate the ability to write concisely with clarity and
prepare critiques of musical performances that reflect mature,
sensitive insights into musical values.
Music Performance
HEGIS Code: 1004
Degrees in this area are awarded for conducting or
instrumental/vocal performance. In addition to demonstrating
the technical achievements of the artist-performer, the
candidate is expected to exhibit a thorough knowledge of the
theoretical, pedagogical, and historical aspects of conducting
or instrumental/vocal performance as well as knowledge of
its literature.
The program in performance includes conducting or
instrumental/vocal performance. Performance competence
should be demonstrated at the highest professional level
with historical and theoretical knowledge supportive of the
development of individualized interpretations. Competencies
also include a broad knowledge of repertory and literature.
Additional studies in the pedagogy of performance are
recommended.
Acceptance in the performance program requires submission
of programs listing performances and recordings, an
interview and audition demonstrating exceptional musical
skills in conducting or major instrument/voice before a
committee of graduate faculty.

Doctoral study requires a minimum of three or four years

of graduate work. Completion of an appropriate masters
degree is prerequisite to doctoral study. The degree program
objectives listed below must be demonstrated by candidates
for graduation as a prerequisite to qualifying for the Doctor
of Musical Arts degree:

• Intellectual awareness and curiosity sufficient to predict

continued growth and contribution to the discipline;
• Knowledge of the techniques of jazz harmony sufficient
to analyze selected compositions;
• Knowledge of representative literature and influential
composers;
• Expertise in music history, education, performance, or
composition;
• Expertise in the supervision of music programs;
• Expertise in the application and utilization of appropriate
research skills; and
• Sufficient writing and speaking skills to communicate
clearly and effectively to members of the scholarly and
wider communities.
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COMPOSITION AND ARRANGING

HEGIS Code: 1004.10

This program offers the student an opportunity to acquire

training for a career as a composer and arranger or as a
College teacher of music theory and composition. A thorough
knowledge of contemporary harmony and a background in
orchestration are essential for this degree.

The program in composition and arranging stresses creative

activity emphasizing the development of a personal aesthetic
expressible in sound. Competencies also include a broad
knowledge of historical and contemporary compositional
practices, music theory, history and criticism. The program
involves the utilization and application of this knowledge to
the compositional process.

Acceptance in the program in composition/arranging will

be based upon an interview, audition, evidence of creative
talent and a knowledge of craftsmanship in writing music
demonstrated in a portfolio of compositions/arrangements
that includes both the scores and recordings.

MUSIC EDUCATION Music History and Literature

HEGIS Code: 0832 HEGIS Code: 1006
Emphasis is on an intensive and comprehensive study of the
In this program the candidate has the opportunity to acquire
role of music in institutions of higher learning. The doctoral
the appropriate tools and methods of research in both history
candidate develops a keen knowledge of the pedagogical,
and literature and to study the history of music from the past
psychological, and social values of music education, as
to the present. The candidate also has the opportunity to
well as the theoretical and historical basis of music used in
undertake research in any cultural area or historical aspect
education. Candidates engage in research culminating in a
of music that adds to the body of knowledge in music history
dissertation that makes an original contribution to the field
and literature. A broad background in the humanities and
of music education. The program prepares teachers and
social sciences is one of the essentials for this degree.
administrators for the challenges of music education.

The program in music education emphasizes the preparation
of music administrators, teachers, and researchers who are
able to think abstractly, generalize knowledge, carry on
research and apply research findings to their own areas of
specialization, and communicate effectively both orally
and in written form. The program involves the scholarly
study of the philosophical and psychological foundations of
music education and the processes of teaching and learning
music. Additional studies are recommended in such areas
as performance, history of the other arts, the humanities and
social sciences.
The program in music history and literature emphasizes
the scholarly study of music and its relationship to other
fields such as social, political and art history. Competencies
include bibliographic research, analytic techniques and
writing skills.
The ability to work conceptually with the relationships
between music and music literature within cultural/historical
contexts is essential as is knowledge of various historical
periods, and the ability to produce and defend scholarly
work.

Acceptance in the music education program requires at least Acceptance in the program of music history and literature
three years of teaching experience, an interview, audition requires an interview, audition, and submission of a historical
and a record of outstanding pedagogical achievement as research essay demonstrating a high level of scholarly
evidenced in the three required letters of recommendation. potential together with representative writing samples.
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ADMISSION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

All applicants for admission to doctoral study must submit

a completed application, three letters of recommendation,
official transcripts documenting the successful completion of
an appropriate masters degree with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or better
and schedule a personal interview and audition.

Applicants must also submit an original essay of at least 1500

words on a musical subject of their choice. The essay must
be typed and supported by citations and references.

Applicants seeking acceptance must demonstrate exceptional

musical skills on an instrument/voice, or present a record of
outstanding pedagogical achievement, or submit a scholarly
paper or portfolio of compositions/arrangements that provide
evidence of superior potential and creativity.

Establishment of Matriculation

The Doctoral Governance Committee evaluates applica-

tions for matriculation based on the following criteria: (1)
applicant's grade point average from previous degree pro-
grams; (2) letters of recommendation; (3) original essay; (4)
personal interview; and (5) individual requirements set forth
in the descriptions for each of the programs.
Special Students
Students who do not wish to enroll in a degree program
are permitted to register as nondegree special students.
Special students are not eligible for independent study or
advisement.
It should be noted that while in certain exceptional cases
credits earned as a special student may later be applied to de-
gree candidacy, special student status should not be viewed as
a prelude or aid to the attainment of degree candidate status.
In any case, no more than 12 credits of coursework earned
as a special student can be applied to the D.M.A. degree.
Past or present status as a special student is not considered
during evaluation of an application for degree candidacy;
the latter is considered a separate application, and different
admissions criteria are applied. There can thus be no guar-
antee that individuals granted special student status will be
accepted for degree candidacy should they apply.
Major Professor
After acceptance as a matriculated student seeking degree
candidacy, the Doctoral Governance Committee will des-
ignate a major professor (advisor) for each student. The
major professor will act as the student’s mentor and will
be responsible for helping the student select the electives
to complete a Plan of Study during the first academic year.
The major professor meets with the student periodically to
review his/her progress toward completion of the dissertation
and degree requirements.
Plan of Study
In conjunction with their major professor, students are
responsible for selecting the elective courses to complete a
Plan of Study that identifies course work needed to fulfill
degree requirements. The Plan of Study must have the
approval of the student’s major professor.
Graduate Fellowships

International special students taking fewer than twelve cred- Individuals who have been accepted for matriculation in a
its a semester are not eligible for a student visa. All special Doctoral Degree Program are eligible to apply for a Graduate
students taking 6 or more credits a semester must comply Fellowship. Applications may be obtained from the Graduate
with New York State immunization regulations. Advisor in the Registrar's Office.

Core Curriculum
The Plan of Study includes 30 credits of core curriculum
courses indicated below, 18 program credits and 12 elective
credits for a total of 60 credits.
Course Title Credits
EDU 509 Jazz Pedagogy...................................... 3
EDU 512 Computer Music Notation 2................. 3
EDU 541 College Teaching.................................. 3
EDU 651 Doctoral Research ............................... 3
MUH 605 Jazz History and Literature.................. 3
MUH 702 Modern Jazz......................................... 3
MUH 703 Contemporary Music Seminar............. 3
MUS 512 Jazz Harmony 2.................................... 3
MUS 531 Keyboard Harmony.............................. 3
MUS 631 Jazz/Commercial Piano........................ 3
Total 30
Transfer Credit
There is no provision for advanced standing at the doctoral
level. Graduate courses completed at an accredited
institution, not applied to another graduate degree, completed
with a grade of A or B, and not more than three years old,
may be presented for transfer of credit. Grades below B in
graduate classes do not carry doctoral credit.
Comprehensive Examination/Candidacy
Before admission to degree candidacy, students must pass
a Comprehensive Examination that tests the extent of the
student’s knowledge in the general field of study and the
area of specialization. The examination should be taken
after completion of the 30 credit core curriculum and before
completion of all course work.
Doctoral candidates must be registered for either course
credit or MUS 800 Continuous Registration in every
semester until they graduate. Nine credits per semester are
required for full-time status.
Students will only be permitted a second attempt to pass the
Comprehensive Examination upon the recommendation of
the Doctoral Governance Committee. The second examina-
tion may not take place until four months after the date of
the first examination.
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Time Limitation
Students in the Doctoral Program must complete a Plan
of Study prior to the end of their first year with the signed
approval of the Administration, 12 credits during the first
two years of study and all requirements within ten years of
the date of matriculation. Exceptions are granted only in
medical emergencies with the permission of the Doctoral
Governance Committee. Other exceptions are reviewed on
a case-by-case basis, but approval is very rare and appeals
are actively discouraged.
The following regulations are in effect for all doctoral
students:
1. Students must register for MUS 801 Doctoral Advisement
each semester after completion of EDU 652 Doctoral
Seminar. Registration for Doctoral Advisement entitles
students to access the Music Education Research Center and
consult with their major professor in regard to their research
project/dissertation.
2. If a student, who is still within the ten-year time period
for degree completion, does not register for at least one three
credit course, matriculation will lapse unless he/she registers
for EDU 652 Doctoral Seminar or MUS 800 Continuous
Registration.
Students who fail to maintain matriculation by the end of the
given semester will be considered to have withdrawn and
will be required to reapply for admission to continue work-
ing toward his or her degree. Readmission to the program
is not guaranteed.
Performance Ensembles
Doctoral students may be assigned to conduct or perform in
major ensembles or chamber groups. These assignments are
based on the interest of the student and made in consultation
with the Music Division Chair and Dean of Graduate
Studies.
Leave of Absence
In extraordinary cases a student may be granted a leave of
absence upon written application to the Division Chair and
with the approval of the Dean of Graduate Studies. Leave
of absences are typically granted only in cases of serious
illness. The duration of the leave may be counted as part of
the five years allowed for completion of the degree.
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Dissertation Composition and Arranging Recitals

Doctoral programs require the completion of a dissertation, Candidates in the composition and arranging program must
a composition, or an article for publication in a scholarly compose a major work as well as a portfolio of other shorter
journal, prepared under the supervision of a major works. Registration for Doctoral Seminar is required until
professor, which meets required standards of scholarship the completion of the portfolio. Regulations governing
and demonstrates the candidate’s ability to conduct original publication of compositions are the same as those governing
research. publication of dissertations. The required abstract must
address the formal, stylistic, and technical elements of the
The Dissertation Proposal should include a statement on compositions. In addition to the composition of an extended
the significance/need for the study, research methodology, work, three performances of other compositions are required
possible conclusions and recommendations for further in a variety of media.
research, and cite examples of literature related to the
topic. Candidates are encouraged to submit proposals
before completion of their first two years of study, and in
no case later than the end of their third year of enrollment.
Candidates may not offer their dissertation to any agency
for publication without explicit approval in writing from the
Doctoral Governance Committee.

Enrollment in MUS 800 Continuous Registration is required

until the dissertation is completed. Doctoral candidates
seeking financial aid may apply for full-time status.
Publications relating to the format of the dissertation and
required abstracts, including previously published papers,
papers accepted for publication and/or papers with multiple
authors, are available for use by graduate students in the
Music Education Research Center (MERC) housed in the
College Library.
Concerts and Performance Recitals

Candidates in the music performance program must conduct

three major public concerts or present three recitals: (1) a
solo recital during the second semester; (2) a recital of vocal
and/or instrumental chamber music; and (3) a solo recital
prior to graduation. No more than one concert or recital
is permitted per semester. Each concert or recital will be
evaluated independently by a panel of judges selected by
the Doctoral Governance Committee. If a candidate’s per-
formance is judged unsatisfactory, an additional one must
be performed. In no case will a candidate be permitted to
remain in the program if more than one concert or recital is
determined to be unsatisfactory.

The candidate will prepare and submit an article similar to

those published in scholarly journals, prepared under the
supervision of their major professor. This scholarly article,
based on an aspect of the performance, must show evidence
of the candidate’s ability to select and organize data pertinent
to the music conducted or performed prior to graduation . The
document must make a contribution to the field of knowledge
Sam Teicher, Vice President of the
in the candidate’s chosen subject area, and demonstrate the
New York Sheet Music Society
candidate’s ability to communicate effectively in writing.
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Final Oral Examination Publication of the Dissertation

Upon completion of all required courses and the dissertation,
the candidate must petition for a Final Oral Examination.
The examination focuses on the final document itself but
can include general questioning related to the field of study
within the scope of the dissertation. The Doctoral Gover-
nance Committee appoints at least three faculty members
to schedule and conduct the examination.
After successful completion of the examination, the candidate
submits three copies of the dissertation and abstract to the
Doctoral Governance Committee.
University Microfilms, Inc., Ann Arbor, Michigan processes
the document and sends catalog information to the Library of
Congress for printing and distribution of cards for depository
catalogs and libraries. The abstract of the dissertation is
printed in Microfilm Abstracts and distributed to leading
libraries in the United States and elsewhere, and to a select
list of journals and abstracting services. Two copies of the
dissertation are archived in the Music Education Research
Center (MERC) located in the College Library, where they
serve as records of the student’s research.

The Doctoral Governance Committee will recommend
conferral of the doctoral degree by the College Board of
Trustees upon receipt of the final copies of the approved
dissertation. A processing and microfilming fee must be
paid to the Bursar’s Office, with a copyright fee if the student
elects to have the dissertation copyrighted.
Successful candidates are encouraged to submit dissertation
material for publication in scholarly or professional journals.
Suitable acknowledgment must indicate the publication to
be a dissertation, or portion of a dissertation, submitted in
partial fulfillment of the requirements for a doctoral degree
at Five Towns College.

Jo Sullivan-Loesser and Susan Loesser with Ervin Drake and David Eliscu before
award ceremony conferring Honorary Doctor of Music (Mus.D.) degrees upon Frank
Loesser and Edward Eliscu members of the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
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Course Descriptions
The graduate courses offered by the College are described
below. The College reserves the right to cancel any elec-
tive course for which there is insufficient registration. For
information about the specific course offerings for any given
semester, consult the Graduate Class Schedule.
COURSE NUMBERS
Each course number has three digits. The first digit indicates
the level of the course. The second digit indicates the area of
the subject, and the third digit indicates the particular course
in the area. Courses offered at the 500 level or above are
designated as graduate courses.
MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
AUD 500 MULTITRACK AUDIO PRODUCTION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study and demonstration of audio recording theory and
practice. Topics include acoustics and sound propagation,
microphone characteristics and technique, studio design,
speakers and amplifiers, signal flow and outboard effect
units. Development of skills with recording consoles,
multitrack tape machines and special effect devices including
digital reverb, digital delay, compression and noise gating.
AUD 511
3 Credits
NONLINEAR PRODUCTION
3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: AUD 500
Nonlinear multitrack recording techniques as related to
music production, audio/video sweetening and postproduc-
tion, and interactive CD construction. Track compositing,
full digital realm "virtual" mixing, synchronization with the
picture, spotting to hit points, and sound effect design.
AUD 512 ADVANCED NONLINEAR PRODUCTION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: AUD 511
Examination of Digital Audio Workstations (DAW) and
the applications in digital sound manipulation. Emphasis
on destructive and non-destructive editing techniques, DSP
usage for sound enhancement, format protocols, sample rate
and bit depth conversion, re-dithering for CD, CD-I, and
multimedia applications. Digital mastering, sound restora-
tion, and noise removal techniques.
AUD 521 MIDI CONCEPTS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Conceptual background and implementation of the Musical
Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) protocol. Use of the
MIDI language for electronic instrument interconnection
and synchronization. Sequencing and real time parameter
controllers related to music composition and production.
The impact of MIDI technology on recording, composition,
education and live performance.

CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
ELE 514 LITERACY IN SCHOOLS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The current methodologies, instructional techniques and
materials used to develop literacy skills in schools. Emphasis
on the teaching of reading, writing, listening, speaking and
culturally diverse classrooms, assessment of students and
textbooks, and increasing vocabulary.
ELE 531 CURRENT ISSUES IN EDUCATION
3 Credits 5 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
Current curriculum and instructional practices. Special
attention is given to national and local reform efforts,
standards-based planning and teaching, school-based
management, multicultural environments, assessment and
accountability.
ELE 533 EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT
OF LEARNING
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Principles of educational evaluation and assessment in
the schools. Current research and theories regarding the
physical, cognitive, social and personality growth of children
are explored. Various teaching strategies to meet the
developmental needs and motivation of the child are analyzed
together with the impact of socio-economic background,
culture, race and gender on academic achievement and
outcomes. Construction and use of standardized and teacher-
made tests.
ELE 534 EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN AND
THE SCHOOLS
3 Credits 5 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
Principles and practices relevant to the identification, assessment
and teaching of learning disabled or physically handicapped
children. Emphasis on differentiated curricula, inclusion in
the regular classroom, and specialized programs.
ELE 541 ART IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Methods and materials for integrating art into the elementary
classroom that incorporates the new learning standards
established by the New York State Education Department.
Hands-on experience in creating art; preparing and developing
lesson plans; locating materials, resource guides, web sites,
field trip information and related children’s literature.
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ELE 542 MUSIC IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
3 Credits 2 Class Hours 6 Practice Hours
Methods and materials for integrating music into the
elementary school classroom that incorporate the National
Standards developed by the Music Educators National
Conference (MENC) through use of an electronic
keyboard. Emphasis on interdisciplinary projects that
correlate music with social studies, language arts and other
areas of the elementary school curriculum.
ELE 543 THEATRE IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Methods and materials for integrating theatre into the
elementary school classroom that incorporate the Learning
Standards established by the New York State Education
Department. Emphasis on mime, puppetry and meeting the
needs of diverse student populations.
ELE 544 THEATRE IN THE SECONDARY SCHOOL
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Methods and Materials for integrating theatre into the
secondary school classroom that incorporate the learning
standards established by the New York State Education
Department. Techniques include mime, improvisation,
scene study and script analysis. Emphasis on using drama
in meeting the needs of diverse student groups.
ELE 551 RESEARCH METHODS AND MATERIALS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Methods, techniques, principles, and tools of research.
Practical application through lectures, discussion, student
critiques, and individual research project outlines. Significant
issues and recent developments in educational research.
Study and practice of expository writing about education.
ELE 552 PROJECT SEMINAR
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: ELE 551
Completion of a research project in the field of education
developed from a previously prepared project outline. A
copy of the final document is filed in the Education Research
Center (ERC) and becomes the property of the College Li-
brary. This course may be repeated without credit.
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ELE 631 SOCIAL STUDIES IN THE ELEMENTARY ELE 733 GIFTED CHILD SEMINAR
SCHOOL
3 Credits 5 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
The study of the social sciences and how they can be
applied to the learning standards for the elementary school
curriculum. The integration of history, geography, economics
and civics into the teaching and learning processes.
ELE 632 CURRENT MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS
3 Credits 5 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
Advanced mathematical research and methodology concepts
that are in current use in elementary school math curricula
in grades 1-6. Mathematical systems, numeration systems,
and various math constructs.
ELE 633 LITERATURE FOR CHILDREN
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of children’s literature and the methodology for se-
lecting and teaching literature based on the special needs,
interests, cultural backgrounds and learning abilities of stu-
dents in grades 1-6. Development of reading strategies to
encourage reading and motivate the reluctant reader.
ELE 634 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
3 Credits 5 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
Current research and theory in the fields of science and tech-
nology that relate to the learning standards required for grades
1-6. Emphasis on the use of scientific inquiry, the process of
collecting and transferring information using technology and
the application of scientific concepts, principles and theories
to the physical setting and living environment.
ELE 643 CLASSROOM PIANO
3 Credits 3 Class Hours 6 Practice Hours
Individualized keyboard training in a group setting.
Development of skills relevant to the performance of
melodies and harmonic progressions in small position (SP)
and accompaniment skills for the classroom teacher. Methods
and materials for integrating music into the elementary school
classroom that incorporate the National Standards developed
by the Music Educators National Conference (MENC).
ELE 732 READING/WRITING SEMINAR
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Current studies of literacy and the application of their
findings to the methods and materials used to teach reading
and writing to children in grades 1-6. In depth review of
the principles of literacy learning and contemporary trends
in the early grades.
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Current educational theories and research as they relate to
the education of the creative and gifted child. Study and
analysis of special instructional patterns for educating the
gifted child.
MUSIC EDUCATION
EDU 506 VOCAL MUSIC CURRICULUM
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Comprehensive curriculum development for school vocal
music programs including solos, duets, small ensembles,
and choral groups of various types. Specific approaches to
the development of the choral and vocal arts. Tone, diction,
vocal techniques, literature, repertoire, and score analysis;
competitions and public performances are emphasized.
EDU 509 JAZZ PEDAGOGY
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of vocal and instrumental jazz literature,
methodologies, and teaching principles and practices.
Methods of jazz improvisation instruction are examined.
Rehearsal techniques and approaches are analyzed
together with strategies for teaching general music classes
and both vocal and instrumental jazz ensembles in the
public schools and colleges.
EDU 511 COMPUTER MUSIC NOTATION 1
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Use of Sibelius software for music notation and scoring.
Application to lead sheets, single line parts, large ensemble
arrangements and preparation of printed music for a variety
of educational purposes. Scoring techniques for classical,
jazz and popular styles are developed.
EDU 512 COMPUTER MUSIC NOTATION 2
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: EDU 511
Application of Sibelius 4 software to large scale composition,
non-standard music notation and scoring, part extraction,
film scoring, and music publishing to commercial standards.
Strategies for increasing speed and efficiency.

EDU 521 TI:ME LEVEL 1A CERTIFICATION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: Basic computer facility
Basic skills in music notation, MIDI sequencing, and
electronic keyboards in K-12 education. Exploration of ways
to incorporate these tools into the curriculum. The course
is taught in the SoundTree Music Lab and fulfills half of the
TI:ME Level 1 Certification requirement.
EDU 522 TI:ME LEVEL 1B CERTIFICATION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: Basic computer facility
Basic skills in using computer instructional software,
configuring and using computers on networks and the
Internet, and digital media in K-12 education. Exploration
of ways to incorporate these tools into the curriculum. The
course is taught in the SoundTree Music Lab and fulfills half
of the TI:ME Level 1 Certification requirement.
EDU 523 TI:ME LEVEL 2A CERTIFICATION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: EDU 521 & EDU 522 or
TI:ME Level 1 Certification
Advanced level course involving the use of “Sibelius” music
notation software for pre-K-12 music educators. Students
will learn how to input music using an electronic keyboard
and computer and to print out musical scores and parts for
individual players. Topics include: recording (entering)
and editing music; page layout and design for various types
of musical ensembles; incorporation of notation examples
into other documents.
EDU 531 CURRENT ISSUES IN EDUCATION
3 Credits 5 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
Current curriculum and instructional practices. Special
attention is given to national and local reform efforts, standards-
based planning and teaching, school-based management,
multicultural environments, assessment and accountability.
EDU 541 COLLEGE TEACHING
3 Credit 3 Class Hours
Theory, research and techniques that provide the foundation
of instruction and the teaching-learning environment in the
college classroom. Methods and materials that support both
the new and experienced instructor in their efforts to improve
the quality, efficacy and outcomes of instruction for adults
at the college level.
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EDU 542 MUSIC IN THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
3 Credits 10 Field Experience Hours 2 Class Hours
6 Practice Hours
Methods and materials for integrating music into the elemen-
tary school classroom that incorporate the National Standards
developed by the Music Educators National Conference
(MENC) through use of an electronic keyboard. Emphasis
on interdisciplinary projects that correlate music with social
studies, language arts and other areas of the elementary
school curriculum.
EDU 551 RESEARCH METHODS AND MATERIALS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Methods, techniques, principles, and tools of research.
Practical application through lectures, discussion, student
critiques, and individual research project/dissertation out-
lines. Significant issues and recent developments in research.
Study and practice of expository writing.
EDU 552 PROJECT SEMINAR
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: EDU 551
Completion of a research project/dissertation developed from
a previously prepared project outline. A copy of the final
document is filed in the Music Education Research Center
(MERC) and becomes the property of the College Library.
This course may be repeated without credit.
EDU 561-662 ORCHESTRA LITERATURE 1-4
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The Orchestra Director is provided the opportunity to play,
conduct and evaluate standard and current orchestra literature
suitable for both elementary and secondary school students.
Rehearsal strategies, techniques, and warm-up routines will be
reviewed and analyzed in the context of preparing for public
performance of new literature and repertoire each semester.
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EDU 571-672 JAZZ ORCHESTRA LITERATURE 1-4
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The Band Director is provided the opportunity to play and
conduct standard and current jazz orchestra literature.
Rehearsal strategies, techniques, and warmup routines
are discussed, analyzed and evaluated in the context of
preparing for public performance.
EDU 581-682 CONCERT BAND LITERATURE 1-4
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The Band Director is provided the opportunity to play and
conduct standard and current band literature suitable for both
the elementary and secondary school. Rehearsal strategies,
techniques, and warmup routines are discussed, analyzed and
evaluated in the context of preparing for public performance.
EDU 601 MUSICAL THEATRE IN SCHOOLS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of selected musical plays, operettas, and comedies suit-
able for school use in the original form or through adaptation.
Musical growth and learning are emphasized. Consideration
is given to play selection, casting, rehearsal, accompaniment,
musical direction, staging, and budgeting.
EDU 602 VOCAL PEDAGOGY
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Introduction to the art and science of teaching singing. Study
of the skeletal system and muscles used for breathing and
phonation. Special attention to choral literature, repertoire
selection, program building, learning theories, teaching
concepts, and vocal acoustics.
EDU 603 COMPUTERS IN MUSIC EDUCATION
3 Credits 10 Field Experience Hours 3 Class Hours
Study and evaluation of software for computer-assisted
teaching of music; incorporation of computer-based
methodology into the school music program. Emphasis
on the development of curricula and effective utilization
of computer-learning systems.
EDU 604 ADVANCED INSTRUMENTAL CONDUCTING
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Advanced conducting techniques and pedagogy for bands
and orchestras. Score analysis, conducting patterns with
focus on phrasing, tempo, intonation, blend and balance.
Study of literature appropriate for school performances.
EDU 607 ADVANCED CHORAL CONDUCTING
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Advanced conducting techniques: score analysis; conducting
patterns; emphasis on the demands of tempo, dynamics
articulation and text. Study of varied styles in choral music,
choral conducting pedagogy, and literature suitable for
school performance.
EDU 608 CHORAL LITERATURE
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Survey of the history of choral literature from the Renaissance
to the Contemporary Era with emphasis on selected choral
literature, score study techniques and concert programming.
EDU 611 ADMINISTRATION OF MUSIC & THE ARTS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Planning and management of school music and arts
programs. Emphasis on budgeting, financing, and fund-
raising. Scheduling and advocacy techniques, department
promotion and maintaining status of programs. Festival
administration and supervision, application forms, fees,
busing, and relationship with the central administration.
EDU 651 DOCTORAL RESEARCH
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Methods, techniques, principles, scholarly writing and
tools of research. Practical application through lectures,
discussion, student critiques, and individual research
outlines. Significant issues and recent developments in the
methods and materials of educational research
EDU 652, 653 DOCTORAL SEMINAR
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: EDU 651
Development of an outline for a research proposal in the
field of music or music education and completion of the
dissertation from a previously selected topic.

MUSIC HISTORY AND LITERATURE
MUH 501 COMMERCIAL MUSIC STYLES
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study and analysis of American popular music with emphasis
on its major composers and performers. Social, economic,
and historical contexts are examined. Classification
and comparison of often used syntax and popular styles.
Emphasis on Jazz, Swing, Country, Broadway, Tin Pan Alley,
and the Rock genre.
MUH 502 AMERICAN SONGWRITERS 1900-1960
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The Golden Age of American popular music with special
emphasis on songwriters such as Irving Berlin, Jerome
Kern, George Gershwin, Cole Porter, and Richard Rodgers.
Analysis of trends in popular songwriting together with the
social and economic influences on the enduring melodies
and colorful life stories of five of this century's most
engaging songwriters.
MUH 503 THE SWING ERA
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Intensive study of jazz and popular music of the early 1930's
throughout the late 1940's. Influence of the Great Depression
and World War II on the musical styles of the period. The
big bands of Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Benny Goodman,
Fletcher Henderson and Stan Kenton, as well as the small
jazz ensembles of Coleman Hawkins, Teddy Wilson, Roy
Eldridge and Art Tatum.
MUH 504 CLASSIC POP SINGERS
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
An exploration of the fascinating lives of the great singers,
such as Al Jolson, Louis Armstrong, Bing Crosby, Ethel Mer-
man, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Barbra Streisand,
who gave life to classic popular music. Their influence on
the development of one of the most enduring music forms
of our century, and its role in America's cultural history from
the 1920s to the present day, are reviewed and evaluated.
MUH 505 HISTORY OF ROCK AND ROLL
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The sociological and folk/artistic roots of Rock and Roll; its
history and widespread influence on twentieth century culture,
society and music. Emphasis will be on Rhythm and Blues
Artists, Elvis Presley, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, The
Beach Boys, James Brown, Motown and Stax Records.
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MUH 507 CLASSICAL MUSIC TO 1840
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of music from 1600 to 1840, with emphasis on vocal
and instrumental forms and historical, stylistic and aes-
thetic principles. Composers such as Vivaldi, Bach, Handel,
Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven are explored and analyzed.
MUH 508 CLASSICAL MUSIC AFTER 1840
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of the expressive art of the century after the birth of
Schubert. Selected works of Brahms and other composers
such as Berlioz, Mendelssohn, Chopin, Schumann, Liszt,
Wagner and Verdi are explored and analyzed together with
the music of composers such as Debussy, Stravinsky, Berg,
Hindemith, and Schoenberg.
MUH 510 POPULAR MUSIC IN THE
GREAT DEPRESSION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The interaction of popular music and everyday life in the
pre-World War II American Great Depression. Beginning
with Black Tuesday, the day of the 1929 stock market crash,
pop songs both reflected the national mood and helped
shape it, from the whimsical I'm in the Market for You, to
the despairing Brother Can You Spare a Dime, to the quietly
philosophical Life Is a Bowl of Cherries. Among highlighted
composers such as Irving Berlin, the Gershwins, Harry
Warren, E.Y. "Yip" Harburg, their songs performed by Bing
Crosby, the Boswell Sisters, Louis Armstrong, Ethel Waters,
Ruth Etting, Cab Calloway, Mildred Bailey, et al.
MUH 601 AMERICAN MUSICALS TO 1940
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Development of musical theatre in America to 1940. Study
of the cultures, social customs, production techniques and
theatres that influenced the content, role and function of
music in this type of production. Emphasis on the works of
Victor Herbert, Irving Berlin, Rodgers and Hammerstein,
Lerner and Lowe, Cole Porter, George Gershwin, Jerome
Kern, Stephen Sondheim and George M. Cohan.
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MUH 602 POETS OF TIN PAN ALLEY
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The lyrics of the great songwriters who dominated American
popular music from the turn of the century to the 1960s are
analyzed in relation to the music. These include Irving Berlin,
Cole Porter, George and Ira Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart.
Oscar Hammerstein II, Howard Dietz and E.Y. Harburg,
Dorothy Fields and Leo Robin, and Johnny Mercer.
MUH 605 JAZZ HISTORY AND LITERATURE
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Comprehensive overview of jazz history from its earliest
origins to the present. Study of selected jazz innovators and
analysis of their music. Methods and materials of research;
focus on a specific era or work of an influential jazz impro-
viser, arranger or composer.
MUH 606 HOAGY CARMICHAEL
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The impact of Hoagy Carmichael’s music on the entertain-
ment world, including the motion picture industry, will be
explored together with the socio-economic climate of the
times. Songs such as: Stardust, Lazy River, Heart and Soul,
Two Sleepy People, Skylark, Small Fry, Lazy Bones and
Georgia On My Mind are used to analyze the special and
enduring appeal of his melodies, harmonies and lyrics.
MUH 607 GEORGE AND IRA GERSHWIN
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
George and Ira Gershwin: the development of their dual
artistry through study of their greatest songs and shows,
collaborative process, and orientation and relationship to the
world in which they lived. The reasons for their continued
popularity and the art of simultaneous and interactive lyric
and music writing which they exemplify are examined.
MUH 608 HISTORY OF FILM MUSIC
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
History and analysis of music composed for film. Emphasis
on the major composers of film music from 1894 to the pres-
ent, such as Kerngold, Steiner, Waxman, Hermann, Raskin,
Bernstein, Williams and others.
MUH 609 LEONARD BERNSTEIN
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The impact of Leonard Bernstein on modern music, the-
atre and education. Study and analysis of the life of one
of America's most prolific and diverse composers whose
cultural achievements and influence affected the course of
classical, contemporary, and popular music.
MUH 611 JOHN LENNON
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
The musical artistry of John Lennon and his influence on
contemporary popular music. In depth analysis of his most
enduring work; pre and post Beatles. Songs such as: Imagine,
Norwegian Wood, Revolution, In My Life, Mother, Lucy in
the Sky With Diamonds, and others are used to illustrate his
diversity as a composer and lyricist; thus, exploring the wide
range of his influences. Investigation into his political activism
and influence on social-issues during the 1960’s and 1970’s.
MUH 701 AMERICAN MUSICALS AFTER 1940
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Development of musical theatre in America from 1940 to
present. Study of the cultures, social customs, production
techniques and theatres that influenced music in this type of
production. Emphasis on the works of Rodgers and Ham-
merstein, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, Frank
Loesser, Lerner and Lowe, and Andrew Lloyd Webber.
MUH 702 MODERN JAZZ
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of jazz after 1958; emphasis on the Free jazz idioms and
the liberation of melody from the fetters of traditional harmonic
and rhythm patterns. Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Ornette
Coleman, Eric Dolphy, Albert Ayler, Cecil Taylor, Roscoe
Mitchell, Sun Ra, Chick Corea, and Herbie Hancock.
MUH 703 CONTEMPORARY MUSIC SEMINAR
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study and analysis of major contemporary musical styles
and composition techniques. Intensive examination and
evaluation of composers whose works can be categorized
as innovative, influential and trend setting.
State-of-the-Art Soundtree Synthesizer Laboratory
equipped with Pro Tools nonlinear editing stations.

PERFORMANCE/COMPOSITION/ARRANGING
MUS 511 JAZZ HARMONY 1
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Study of diatonic and chromatically altered chords in
melodic settings and harmonic progressions together with
seventh chords and commonly used substitute dominants.
Analysis of chord progressions found in popular music.
MUS 512 JAZZ HARMONY 2
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: MUS 511
Study of ninth chords, non-chordal tones, and tone
clusters used in chord progressions found in contemporary
popular music. Analysis of selected examples of jazz/
commercial music and alternative harmonizations of
standard progressions.
MUS 513 ELECTRONIC MUSIC COMPOSITION 1
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
A hands on course designed to merge the technology of
digital sequencing with the art of music composition. The
Korg M3 synthesizer is used as a workstation for arranging
and recording original compositions which vary from simple
melodies to complex canons on CD or MP3.
MUS 514 ELECTRONIC MUSIC COMPOSITION 2
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: MUS 513
The use of sequencers and samplers for music composition.
Advanced recording techniques are explored on the Korg
M3 synthesizer. Special attention will be given to sampling
techniques. Students mix their own composition on a CD
or MP3 as a final project.
MUS 521 ADVANCED IMPROVISATION
3 Credits 3 Class Hours 6 Practice Hours
Improvisational principles and practices. Techniques used for
the application of advanced melodic and harmonic composi-
tion and devices to instrumental and vocal performance of
standard and current jazz repertory. Emphasis on the analysis
of selected jazz idioms and their relationship to individual
creative expression.
MUS 531 KEYBOARD HARMONY
3 Credits 2 Class Hours 6 Practice Hours
Musicianship training and keyboard facility. Harmonization
of melodies, modulation, transposition, and improvisation.
Score reduction and accompaniment techniques. Contem-
porary chord voicings and alterations and their application
to the reharmonization of melodies.
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MUS 532 PIANO ACCOMPANIMENT
2 Credits 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: MUS 332
Accompaniment techniques and skills for vocal workshops,
ensembles, music jury examinations and recitals, musical
theatre productions, and general music classes in grades K-
12. Emphasis on harmonization of melodies, modulation,
transposition, sight reading, and the development of keyboard
fluency and technique.
MUS 541-842 MAJOR INSTRUMENT/VOICE 1-8
2 Credits each 1 Lesson per Week 6 Practice Hours
Major instrument/voice instruction emphasizes all aspects
of technical development and tonal production through the
study of traditional methods and repertory as the foundation
for the understanding and application of contemporary
techniques of improvisation.
All performance majors study instrument/voice with a
qualified professional musician under the supervision of the
Music Division Chair.
Masters candidates, in the performance concentration, must
present a recital open to the public at the end of the third
semester. Recitalists must study with a faculty instructor
during the semester in which the recital is given.
Doctoral candidates, in the performance program, must
present three recitals and submit a dissertation. Recitalists
must study with a faculty instructor during the semesters in
which the recitals are given. Special fee required.
Students taking Private Instruction must attend at least
two (2) recitals each semester that will serve to refine their
musical judgment and submit Performance Critique Forms
to their instructor that provide feedback to the soloist
and expand their ability to describe and evaluate musical
performances in writing.
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MUS 611 CONTEMPORARY JAZZ HARMONY
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: MUS 512
Analysis of complex chord progressions based upon post-
1960 harmonic techniques. Study of modal harmony and
its relationship to jazz improvisation.
MUS 612 ARRANGING FOR STUDIO ORCHESTRA
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Arranging techniques for the Studio Orchestra. Special
voicings, orchestral combinations and reharmonization
techniques as applied to the string, woodwind, brass and
percussion sections of the studio orchestra. Analysis and
application of the techniques of major arrangers and com-
posers such as Gil Evans, Pat Williams, Claus Ogerman and
Henry Mancini.
MUS 614 COMPOSERS WORKSHOP
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Practicum for composer/arrangers including performance and
discussion of student works. Emphasis on jazz/commercial
idioms. Typical melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic devices
and techniques are analyzed to provide an understanding of
stylistic trends in contemporary popular music. Original
compositions by students based upon creative inclinations.
MUS 631 JAZZ/COMMERCIAL PIANO
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Prerequisite: MUS 531
Jazz/Commercial piano performance; study of popular
standard songs and blues progressions; development of
improvisational technique; the diatonic modes and a variety
of harmonic progressions used by contemporary pianists.
Analysis of solos by Bud Powell, Bill Evans, Oscar Peterson,
Chick Corea and Dick Hyman.
MUS 711 JAZZ COMPOSITION/ARRANGING
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Advanced arranging for small and large vocal and
instrumental ensembles. Analysis and application of selected
stylizations of major composers and arrangers. Rhythmic
alteration of melodic phrases. Laboratory sessions for
composing, writing, performing, recording, and the analysis
and evaluation of arrangements.
MUS 712 Film Scoring
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Scoring of original music for film and video. Study of
the work of well known film composers and the basics of
composition for film/video segments. Students will analyze
music for its emotional and visual impact and compose music
for film/video projects.
MUS 714 COMPOSERS WORKSHOP 2
3 Credits 3 Class Hours
Practicum for composer/arrangers including performance
and discussion of student works. Emphasis on larger per-
forming mediums on a grander scale utilizing arranging and
orchestration techniques. Exploration of melodic, harmonic
and rhythmic devices laying the groundwork for advanced
portfolio development.
MUS 800 CONTINUOUS REGISTRATION
+0 Credit
Required of doctoral students for maintenance of matriculated
status. Students must register for MUS 800 every semester
in which they do not take at least one 3-credit course.
Registration for this course entitles students to use the
library and other research facilities, consult members of the
faculty, and participate in College activities. This course
may be repeated and carries no credit toward graduate degree
requirements.
+Two equated credits for the determination of tuition.
MUS 801 DOCTORAL ADVISEMENT
Prerequisite: EDU 652
Doctoral students are required to meet periodically with their
major professor to review their Plan of Study and progress
toward completion of their research project. Advisement
must be taken each semester. Special fee required. MUS 801
does not meet the requirement for continuous registration.

PERFORMANCE ENSEMBLES
Students may participate in more than one ensemble each se-
mester providing that their academic progress is not affected.
A maximum of six ensemble credits above the required
program minimum will be accepted for elective credit.
Students enrolled in ensembles are required to attend at least
two (2) concerts and submit written Performance Critique
Forms to their instructor. The purpose of these critiques
is to deepen student insight into musical values, provide
feedback to the instructor and the performers, and develop
the ability to describe and evaluate the quality of musical
performances.
Students who are members of performance ensembles must
wear formal attire for all concerts and shows such as the Great
American Songbook. Information regarding the specific dress
requirements may be obtained in the Admissions, Student
Activities, or Music Division Offices.
Joseph Zawinul of Weather Report
fame at recent graduation.
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BAND ENSEMBLES
PEB 511-812 CONCERT BAND 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Sight reading and study of standard, contemporary, and origi-
nal concert band literature. Rehearsal and preparation for
concerts, recitals, and public performances on and off campus.
Special attention will be given to recording techniques and
the demands of the pit band in the musical theatre.
PEB 531-832 LAB BAND 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Performance of standard, contemporary, and original music
literature. Rehearsal and preparation for student recitals and
public performances. Technical development and advance-
ment coupled with repertoire extension covering diverse
periods and styles.
PEB 541-842 JAZZ ENSEMBLE 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Performance of standard, contemporary, and original music
literature in small group settings. Rehearsal and preparation
for student recitals and public performances. Technical
development together with repertoire extension embracing
major artistic trends.
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PEB 551-852 PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Study and performance of standard, contemporary, and
original jazz literature. Interaction in the rhythm section
using traditional and nontraditional groupings of rhythm
instruments.
PEB 561-862 JAZZ ORCHESTRA 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Study and performance of classic and concert jazz ensemble
literature are coupled with original compositions and
arrangements. The music of artists and bands such as Louis
Armstrong, Fletcher Henderson, Duke Ellington, Jimmie
Lunceford, Stan Kenton, and Paul Whiteman.
PEB 591-892 SWING BAND 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Study and performance of classic swing band arrangements
from the libraries of bands such as Artie Shaw, Harry James,
Jimmy and Tommy Dorsey, Woody Herman, Les Brown and
Benny Goodman. Emphasis on the vocal stylists and big
bands of the Swing Era.
STRING ENSEMBLES
PES 511-812 GUITAR/BASS ENSEMBLE 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Graded sight reading and study of standard, contemporary,
and original jazz literature. Study and practice of materials
for purposes of technical development, repertoire extension,
and public performance.
PES 521-822 STRING ENSEMBLE 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Study and practice of a variety of standard and contemporary
literature composed for the violin, viola, violoncello and
string bass. Rehearsal and preparation for student recitals
and public performances.
PES 531-832 CHAMBER ORCHESTRA 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Instructor
Designed for instrumentalists capable of public performance
on a professional level. Opportunities to perform a varied
repertoire, embracing major artistic trends, with selected
professional soloists in the field.
PES 541-842 SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Orchestra dedicated to the performance of the traditional and
contemporary literature. Opportunity to develop the skills
and repertoire required for performing with a professional
symphony orchestra.
PES 551-852 THEATRE ORCHESTRA 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Professional orchestra designed to develop and enhance
the skills required to accompany musical theatre produc-
tions that include the performance of overtures, interludes
and backgrounds suitable for solo, group and ensemble
presentations occurring on a theatre stage. The ability to
follow a conductor from a recessed orchestra pit in front
of the stage is emphasized and is a major requirement for
orchestra members.

VOCAL ENSEMBLES
PEV 511-812 COLLEGIUM 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Ensemble for choral directors, music teachers, and profes-
sional musicians. Superior sight singing skills are required.
The Collegium also serves as a conductor's workshop
performing a diverse repertoire that includes music of the
Renaissance to the 20th Century, Classical and Jazz.
PEV 521-822 CHOIR 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Sight singing and study of a varied repertoire embracing major
stylistic trends, a cappella and with accompaniment. Rehearsal
and preparation for concerts, recitals, and public performances
on and off campus. Special attention will be given to recording
techniques and the demands of the recording studio.
PEV 531-832 VOCAL JAZZ 1-8
1 Credit 3 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Vocal ensemble designed for vocalists desirous and capable
of public performance on a professional level. Opportuni-
ties to perform a varied repertoire, embracing major artistic
trends, a cappella and with instrumental accompaniment.
Special attention will be given to recording techniques and
the demands of the recording studio.
PEV 541-842 BARBERSHOP HARMONY 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Professional level training for vocalists interested in a cap-
pella performance of traditional barbershop quartet litera-
ture. Preparation for performances at regional and national
competitions sponsored by the Barbershop Quartet Society
(SPEBSQSA) and the Sweet Adelines, Inc.
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PEV 561-862 OPERA WORKSHOP 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Individualized instruction in a group setting. Study of stan-
dard and contemporary operatic literature including solo arias
and literary analysis of libretti. Rehearsal and preparation for
concerts, recitals and other public performances. Technical
development and advancement coupled with repertoire exten-
sion covering diverse periods and styles. Special attention
to terminology, costuming, and traditions of the opera.
PEV 571-872 CABARET/TV WORKSHOP 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Individualized instruction in a group setting. Study of the
skills required for professional vocal performance: micro-
phone and rehearsal techniques, stage movement, presence
and dress, music and show programming, master of ceremony
and stage setups, lead sheet preparation, literary analysis of
songs, terminology, traditions of the theatre, and the role of
managers and agents. Preparation for public performance
in the Great American Songbook held in the Upbeat Café
and College Theatre.
PEV 581-682 PROFESSIONAL CABARET 1-4
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Preparation for performance in Great American Songbook
presentations in a variety of venues including, but not limited
to, locations in NYC, the Upbeat Cafe and College Theatre.
PEV 583-684 AMERICAN SONGBOOK 1-4
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Professional training designed for vocal, theatre, film and
audio majors interested in a career that includes creating/
producing/acting/singing/performing on a television show
that highlights songs from the Great American Songbook.
PEV 591-892M MEN'S CHORUS 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Vocal ensemble for men interested in performing barbershop
quartet literature in a large chorus. Performances in the
College Theatre and other venues.
PEV 591-892W WOMEN'S CHORUS 1-8
1 Credit 2 Class Hours 4 Practice Hours
Prerequisite: Audition and Permission of Director
Vocal ensemble for women interested in performing
barbershop quartet literature in a large chorus. Performances
in the College Theatre and other venues.
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Charles Strouse three-time Tony Award winning composer of Bye Bye Birdie, Annie,
Applause, Rags, Golden Boy and the theme song for All In The Family, surrounded by
members of the cast appearing in the recent College production of Strouse on Strouse.
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Facilities and Equipment

The Five Towns College campus is equipped with the latest information technology and a wide variety of facilities that
support the College’s instructional program, student services and extracurricular activities. These state-of-the-art facilities
include three Audio Recording Studios, a Film/Television Studio, Piano Lab, MIDI Lab hosted by Apple G5 IMACs, Com-
puter Graphics/Video Editing Lab hosted by Apple G5 PowerMacs, PC Lab, as well as the College Library, Learning Center,
Music Rooms and Music Studios, Upbeat Café, Performing Arts Center and the College Bookstore. Multi-Strand Fiber optic
cabling is the College’s backbone for its Local Area Network (LAN). A 50Mbps Ethernet hand off provides access to the
World Wide Web. A Storage Area Network allows students archival and retrieval capabilities for their projects.

THEATRE

The College theatre provides the space and opportunity for a

wide variety of cultural performances—by students, faculty
and visiting artists. Performances are scheduled after regular
class sessions and are as exciting as they are enlightening
for both the performers and the audience.

The theatre provides students with the opportunity to

perform, act, sing and participate in professional quality
productions and thereby experience the realities and joys
that draw individuals to the entertainment field. The theatre
is equipped with a digital lighting system by Electronic
Theatre Controls, digital 24-track sound reinforcement by
Tascam, a digital Barco 6300 projection system, and is a
fully wired production studio with links to the recording
and film/television studios.
MIDDLE CLASS AMERICA PRODUCTIONS
Middle Class American Productions (MCAP), the In-Resi-
dence Theatre Company formed in 1995, is the only all-
original theatre group on Long Island. It provides on-campus
opportunities for student internships on a professional level.
In the last decade, MCAP has produced over 40 original
works, including 5 new writers series, and has worked with
over 175 actors. MCAP has performed in theatres such
as the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center, Arena Players,
Cultural Arts Playhouse, The Stage, Governor's & Broker-
age venues. Featured playwright, John Blenn, has had 36
original plays staged & has garnered critical acclaim from
media sources such as Newsday, News 12 TV and Good
Times Magazine.
AUDIO RECORDING STUDIOS
Located within The John Lennon Center for Music and
Technology, the audio recording complex was designed by
studio architect John Storyk and contains eleven (11) stu-
dio/control room spaces. Each studio is unique and geared
for specific learning and recording purposes.
Studio A is equipped with the SSL 9000J 72 channel
recording console, outfitted with an SSL SL959 5.1 moni-
toring system for surround sound mixing. Dynamics are
by Empirical Labs Distressor, Urei 1176, Aphex Gate,
Aphex Expressor, dbx 160vu, Manly opto Comp, and
Tube Tech comp. FX include T.C. Elec M5000, Ensoniq
DP4, Sony D7, Lexicon 960 and Lexicon PCM 42. Non-
linear systems include ProTools HD3 utilizing three 192
interfaces providing 32 analog I/O, SYNC I/O, operating
on Apple G5 or higher platforms. Playback and archiving
devices include Otari MTR-12 ¼”, Panasonic DS-555
SVHS, JVC SVHS ET, Tascam 102 Cassette, Tascam
DA-40 DAT, TEAC DV-H5000 DVD, and Panasonic 50”
Plasma HDTV. Mutlitrack recorders include Studer A827
2” 24 track analog recorder, Otari MTR 90 24-track analog
recorder, and three Tascam DA-98HR digital multi-track
recorders. Amps and speakers include Genelec 1031 for
left, right, rear and center channels, and Genelec 7060
12”Sub for subwoofer. Yamaha NS-10 monitors, JBL
LSR-32 Mains, QSC EX4000, and Yamaha P2100 Cue
Amp are also installed.
Additional representative outboard gear include BBE Maxi-
mizer, Aphex Big Bottom, and Tube Tech EQ. Represen-
tative microphones include AKG, Sennheiser, Neumann,
Audio Technica, Shure, Beyer Dynamic, and Crown. Head-
phones are by AKG and Fostex. Studio A is also equipped
with a Yamaha 6’ 7” grand piano.
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Studio B is equipped with the ORAM BEQ 32 channel con-
sole. Dynamics are by dbx 160X, Aphex Expressor, Aphex
Compeller, Aphex Expander/Gate and Symetrix Expander/
Gate. FX include Aphex Aural Exciter Type C, Digitech
Time Machine, Lexicon PCM91, Lexicon MPX500, and
Sony D7.
Multitrack Recorders are Tascam DA-98, Tascam DA-78,
Tascam DA-38 and Otari MTR-90 II. Playback and ar-
chiving devices include Tascam DA-40 DAT, Tascam 112B
Cassette, Panasonic DVD RP82, JVC Super VHS ET, and
Panasonic Video Machine DS555.
Amps and Speakers include QSC Power Amp EX2500 and
Event Powered Monitor 20/20. Monitors include Panasonic
42” Plasma HDTV and View Sonic V61816 Flat Panels.
Non-linear editing systems include ProTools HD1 running
on the Apple G5 platform.
Studio C is an all-digital facility based upon the ProTools op-
erating platform and utilizing the ProControl master control
surface with two Fader Packs and one Edit Pack. ProTools
is v. HD3, which includes two 192 interfaces providing 24
analog I/O, Sync I/O, Apple G5, ViewSonic 18” flat panel
monitors, and Panasonic 42" Plasma HDTV. Dynamics
include Empirical Labs Distressor w/English Mod, Manly
opto Comp, Summit Audio TLA-100 Stereo Compressor,
Orban Stereo Parametric EQ, Urei Stereo Graphic EQ,
PreSonus M80 – 8 ch. Mic Pre, ProTools HD Pre-8 ch.
Mic Pre, Focusrite Red 7 single ch. Mic Pre, Avalon ST-
737 single ch. Mic Pre, and Amek 9098 single ch. Mic Pre
w/parametric EQ. Playback and archiving devices include
Panasonic DS-555 SVHS, Tascam 112 Cassette, Tascam
DA-40 DAT, Panasonic DVD, and Panasonic 50” Plasma
HDTV. Amps and speakers include Genelec 1031 APM for
left, right, rear and center channels, and Genelec 7060 12”
subwoofer, and Yamaha NS 10s. MIDI equipment includes
MIDIman Oxygen 8 Keyboard and MOTU MIDI Timepiece
AV. Multitrack recorder is Tascam DA-98HR.
MUSIC STUDIOS
The College provides a limited number of music studios for
individual and small group use. These studios may be used
by students who make application for their use, according
to availability, at least one day in advance of the intended
time of practice, and pay a fee at that time. Except for those
rooms that have pianos, students are required to provide and
use their own instruments and equipment.
FILM/TELEVISION STUDIO
Located within The John Lennon Center for Music
and Technology, the Film/Television Studio is a multi-
formatted suite consisting of a soundstage, editing lab,
control room, and classrooms. The soundstage is a
professional production facility equipped with lighting
grid, cyclorama, and green screen. The editing lab
utilizes Avid and Final Cut Pro non-linear editing systems
as well as the latest in effects and soundtrack software.
Representative cameras include Arriflex SR3 Super
16mm, SR2 Super 16mm, and S 16mm film cameras,
Panasonic HVX-200 HD P2 with Firestore, Canon XL2
miniDV, Sony DSR-390 and DSR-250 digicam, and JVC
GY-500 miniDV. Lighting equipment includes KinoFlo,
Arri, Mole-Richardson, Chimera, and Lowell, with a full
complement of Matthews and Bogen grip equipment.
Camera support equipment consists of Sachtler, Bogen,
Cartoni, and Worrall, as well as a car mount and an 18ft
remote control camera crane. Dollies include Moviola,
Matthews, and Fisher, as well as numerous curved and
straight track. Light meters by Sekonic and Spectra. Field
audio recorders by Marantz, Shure, Fostex, and Audio
Technica. Microphones and lavalieres by Sennheiser,
Sony, Shure and Audio Technica. Video monitors by
JVC, Transvideo, and Marshall. HD-Video monitors by
Sony. There is also a full complement of video and film
lens filters, and a wide assortment of gels and diffusion
by Rosco and Lee. In all, the Film/Television Studio
maintains enough equipment to fill several grip trucks.
ELECTRONIC MUSIC -- MIDI LAB
The MIDI Lab is equipped with MacIntosh G-5 or faster
computers with dual processors. Workstations are equipped
with KORG Triton Keyboards and Pro Tools v 6.9 or higher.
Additional software packages include Digital Performer,
Reason Band in a Box, Office 2001 and Finale 2002. The
MIDI Lab is equipped with an LCD projection system and
an HP color high-resolution network printer. All worksta-
tions are connected to the FTC LAN and have access to the
Internet.
STUDIO AND NEW SPACE THEATRES
Both the Studio Theatre and the New Space Theatre provide
a more intimate setting for rehearsal and performances.
These facilities are equipped with computerized lighting
and digital sound systems, dance surfaces, and a variety of
specialized equipment.

COMPUTER GRAPHICS MAC LAB
The Computer Graphics Lab is equipped with Macintosh
G-5 computers with dual processors utilizing the latest in
MAC operating systems. Each computer is loaded with an
Adobe suite and includes Adobe After Effects, Photoshop
CS, Illustrator CS, GoLive CS, and InDesign CS, as well as
Avid Xpress Pro, Final Cut Pro HD, Microsoft Office Suite,
and Final Draft. The Mac Lab is equipped with an LCD
projection system and an HP color high-resolution network
printer. All workstations are connected to the FTC LAN
and have access to the Internet.
KEYBOARD LAB
The Keyboard Laboratory contains electronic piano
keyboards and is used for the teaching of functional piano
skills. The Keyboard Lab is open on a convenient schedule to
facilitate student practice and progress. Additional keyboards
are available for student use in the Music Education Research
Center located in the Five Towns College Library.
PC LAB
The PC Lab is equipped with computer workstations, each
equipped with a Pentium III or faster IBM platform PCs
utilizing a Windows NT operating system. Representative
software includes Ad-Aware, Adobe Acrobat Reader, Office
2003, QuickBooks 2002, Shockwave, Network Associates
Virus Scan, and Threshold Solo Competitor. The PC Lab is
equipped with an HP high-resolution network printer. All
workstations are connected to the FTC LAN and have access
to the Internet.
ATHLETIC FACILITIES
Five Towns College maintains various athletic facilities for
use by members of the College community. There is a large
gymnasium and locker rooms for both men and women. It
also has a regulation size basketball/volleyball court with
bleacher seating for 400 persons. A dance studio, equipped
with mirrored walls, and marley floor is used for dance,
aerobics, and martial arts. Softball fields are conveniently
located and with alternate striping may be converted to soc-
cer, lacrosse, and other sports.
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BOOKSTORE
The Campus Bookstore, located near the Student Lounge,
carries all of the materials that students require. From
textbooks and sweatshirts, to score paper and backpacks,
the Campus Bookstore carries all items at discount prices,
and is open each day when the College is in session, from
orientation day through final examination week.
Car Registration and Parking
All vehicles operating on the College campus must be regis-
tered with the Public Safety Office where registration forms
and parking stickers may be obtained, and a valid registra-
tion sticker must be properly displayed on the vehicle at
all times. Unregistered vehicles may be towed away at the
owner’s expense. Students must adhere to all posted traffic
and parking regulations at all times. Vehicles parked on
campus after 12:00 AM must have a resident student park-
ing sticker or a temporary overnight parking pass, which
may be obtained from the Public Safety Office. Violations
of College Parking Regulations carry a fine.
Resident students with sophomore standing and higher may
register a vehicle on campus. Freshmen may register a vehicle
with permission from the Dean of Students for good cause.
DINING FACILITIES
The Upbeat Café is located adjacent to the College Theatre.
This dining facility is open from 8:00 a.m. each day, and
serves a wide assortment of hot and cold meals. For a full
meal, or just a gourmet snack between classes, the Upbeat
Café is the ideal place to meet and eat on campus.
Internet Access
Residential students are provided with access to the internet
via the FTC Network. Commuter students may utilize this
Network, subject to availability at a variety of access points
on campus. Students who do not reside on-campus will
require an Internet Service Provider (ISP). It is preferable
for the ISP to be a DSL or cable modem connection. While
dial-up access may be adequate, students may experience
long delays when downloading much of the content-rich
learning materials utilized by the faculty. Most of the College
campus is a wireless hot spot.
MUSIC SKILLS CENTER
Students who have specific questions or need extra attention
in order to master course material in Keyboard, Harmony,
Sight Singing or Ear Training classes may obtain assistance
from a member of the music faculty in the Music Division
Office or Keyboard Lab.
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STUDENT ACTIVITIES OFFICE

Located on the lower-level of Symphony Hall, the primary

purpose of the Student Activities Office is to improve
student services, related to both the educational and social
environments of the College, by increasing communication
and the flow of information between the Administration,
faculty and staff and the student body.
The major goal that stems from this purpose is the publicizing
and promotion of events, opportunities, happenings and
activities available on campus or in the community that are
worthwhile for student participation. The Office provides
train and bus schedules and a bulletin board to advertise
ride-sharing opportunities. Apple Standards for Film/Video and Audio Recording
Technology Students
The Student Activities Office is responsible for promoting the
social/cultural events that take place on campus and serves Hardware and Software for Film/Video and Audio Re-
as a clearing house for student activities. cording Technology
• Mac computer with at least 1.25 GHz or faster
Computer Requirements • 2GB of RAM
• Mac OS X v10.4.9 or later
Students should expect that college-level learning requires a • QuickTime v7.1.6 or later
personal computer. Although access to computer technology • DVD drive/burner
and the internet is provided in a variety of locations across • External Firewire Hard Drive 400/800
the campus, including wireless hot-spots, in order to fully • Microsoft Office 2008 for Mac
participate in the academic process, students are expected to
own or have unrestricted access to a computer and the internet Additional Hardware and Software for Film/Video
at their residence or where they prepare for class. Students Only
• AGP or PCI Express Quartz Extreme graphics card
Students enrolled in the Film/Video program leading to the • Display with 1024-by-768 resolution or higher
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) degree or who have declared • Final Cut Pro Studio 2
Audio Recording Technology as their major area of concen-
tration are required to have a Mac-style computer that meets Additional Hardware and Software for Audio Recording
the minimum standards set forth below. All other students Technology Students Only
may utilize a Mac-style computer that meets these standards • MBOX Mini or higher
or they may utilize an IBM PC-style computer that meets the • ProTools LE v7.4 or higher
minimum standards set forth below for PC computers. • Reason 4 or higher

The College does not endorse any specific computer hard- PC Standards
ware or software supplier, and will support any computer
meeting the specifications listed below. However, when Hardware and Software
students plan to purchase a Mac-style computer, the College • Window XP or Windows Vista operating system
is pleased to recommend Apple Computers and advises that • 1 GHz 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor
Apple provides an educational discount of 10% to college • 1 GB system memory
students generally. Five Towns College students receive an • 40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of available
additional 5% discount when they purchase computers online space
through the College’s website or by utilizing the following • Support for DirectX 9 Graphics with WDDM Driver and
hyperlink: http://store.apple.com/Catalog/US/Images/rout- 128 MB of graphics memory
ingpage.html • DVD-ROM Drive
• USB Flash Drive
The College reserves the right to make modifications to these • Microsoft Office 2007 (Standard Edition)
requirements from time-to-time in response to technological • Anti-Virus Software
advances. • Anti-Spyware Software
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LIBRARY

The Five Towns College Library is an outstanding resource

for students and faculty alike. It is also utilized by other
libraries and researchers from around the world seeking
information about various disciplines for which it holds
specialized collections.

Library holdings include a collection of nearly 30,000 books,

more than 500 periodical subscriptions, and approximately
8,000 sound recordings. The collection includes over 2,500
scores/arrangements, several thousand pieces of sheet music,
and a growing collection of more than 2,000 video recordings
on VHS and DVD.

The Five Towns College Library includes a variety of

outstanding online subscription databases, including the
International Index of Music Periodicals, EBSCO, ProQuest,
Gale Literature Resource Center, the Kraus Curriculum
Development Library (KCDL Online), Bloom's Literature
Reference, Grove Music Online, Naxos Music Library and
Wilson Web.
The Library provides students with the latest information
technology. Representative resources include T-3 connections
to the Internet, online catalog, Macintosh and PC computer
workstations, music listening stations, DVD and other multi-
media players.
The Five Towns College Library is affiliated with the Long
Island Library Resources Council (LILRC). Through
LILRC’s Interlibrary and Research Loan Programs, Five
Towns College students and faculty have access to additional
materials housed in libraries throughout the world.
COLLEGE RADIO STATION WFTU
Five Towns College is licensed by the Federal Communications
Commission to operate commercial radio station WFTU 1570
AM. The main broadcast studio is located on the College
campus at Dix Hills. WFTU transmission facilities and an
auxiliary studio are located at Riverhead, NY. WFTU is
licensed to serve the east end of Long Island with 1000 kW
during the day and 500 kW at night. The broadcast signal
of WFTU, which can be heard from Manorville to Montauk,
Long Island, provides Five Towns College students with
hands-on broadcasting experience. WFTU also streams over
the Internet and can be heard online all over the world.
WFTU also serves to promote the careers of students interested
in broadcasting, and provides an outlet for music majors
interested in becoming professional performing artists.

Staffed by professional librarians, the Library is a major Television Station FTC TV

resource for curriculum and instruction at the College. To
help students become more aware of the Library’s holdings
and more competent in using its resources, a Library
Handbook is issued to all entering students. In addition,
orientation visits are scheduled for freshman classes,
workshops are held on a variety of topics, and all students
are required to take courses on Information Literacy.
LIBRARY HANDBOOK AND NEWSLETTER
The Library handbook contains all the information about the
College Library which its users need to know. This includes
its materials, print and non-print, services, and procedures.
The Library Newsletter lists recent arrivals of print and
nonprint materials by subject area is issued periodically.
Beginning in 2008, Five Towns College is the Entity respon-
sible for administering the Verizon FIOS Cable Television
System Public Access and Educational Access Channels in
the Town of Huntington. The Public and Educational Access
Channels provide a number of opportunities for students to
develop their knowledge, skills, and dispositions in television
production and broadcast operations, while also supporting
this important public service initiative. The College strictly
adheres to the rules and regulations of the New York State
Public Service Commission in its administration of access
channels. In addition, the Film/Video Division operates
FTC-TV, which combines content from both the public
and educational access channels with content prepared by
students and faculty for streaming broadcast transmission
world wide over the internet.
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Student Life
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
The College's activities program plays a vital role in student
growth and development. It is designed to provide a wide
variety of leisure-time experiences, enable students to orga-
nize groups to explore mutual interests, increase opportunities
for leadership and the development of administrative skills,
and provide a positive and wholesome influence on student
life at the College.
STUDENT COUNCIL
The Student Council is composed of elected student repre-
sentatives. The Council is charged with the responsibility of
providing student input on issues that have a direct relation-
ship to student life at Five Towns College. It also serves as
a means of improving communication within the College.
The planning and carrying out of social and recreational
activities are the responsibility of the Student Council. Such
activities may take the form of an on-campus event, such as a
musical theatre production or jazz concert, or an off-campus
activity, such as a trip to Manhattan or a concert.
STUDENT CLUBS
From time to time, different organized activities are carried
on in the form of clubs when varied groups of students evince
an interest in business, photography, music, and other areas
of personal involvement.
COLLEGE YEARBOOK
The College Yearbook, produced by interested students
with the cooperation of faculty advisors, serves as a record
in pictures and words of the graduating class as well as a
vehicle for the literary, artistic, and photographic talents of
all students. Students in the Journalism and Creative Writing
classes generally contribute to this publication.
FLYER
The Flyer, a newsletter distributed to students and faculty
members, keeps the College community abreast of campus
activities, student responsibilities, administrative regulations,
new courses, and other items of immediate interest.
UPBEAT CAFÉ
The Upbeat Café serves to enhance the educational
environment and improve the quality of student life at the
College. It is a professional on-campus performance area
where students can gather and music majors can perform
to increase and improve their music skills and related
professional expertise.
The Café provides an attractive area for socialization where
wholesome food and beverages are available at modest cost
for faculty, staff, students and visitors.
The management of the Upbeat Café through its entertain-
ment selection and mode of operation reflects commitment
to high standards, cultural variety, and maintains a clean,
efficient, and attractive environment that serves to promote
school spirit and College recognition.
THE RECORD
The Record, the College newspaper, is issued periodically
and features student-written articles about campus events
and activities.
STUDENT HANDBOOK
A student handbook is distributed to all new student at Ori-
entation. Students are required to familiarize themselves
with its contents.
CAMPUS SAFETY
Campus safety and security is an important concern on
all college campuses today. In addition to applicable
governmental laws, students are bound by the Student Code
of Conduct as set forth in the Five Towns College Student
Handbook. The Public Safety Office is always open,
and is chiefly responsible for campus safety and security.
Officers conduct regular foot and vehicle patrols, operate
closed-circuit surveillance systems, respond to a variety of
campus situations, conduct public awareness campaigns,
and coordinate emergency services. These initiatives are
designed to keep Five Towns College a safe place to learn.
In accordance with the Crime Awareness and Campus
Safety Act of 1990, the College collects information about
campus security and its zero-tolerance policy regarding
drug and alcohol abuse and weapons. This information
is available to the public through the U.S. Department of
Education’s web site: http://ope.ed.gov/security or from the
Public Safety Office upon request.

COLLEGE COMMITTEES
The participation of students in the work of selected College
standing committees is welcomed. Invitations to join these
committees are extended at the beginning of each semester.
The committees meet four times each semester.
Credit Card Marketing Policy
The advertising, marketing, or merchandising of credit
cards to students on the campus of Five Towns College
is strictly prohibited. Any individual visitor, licensee, or
invitee found violating this policy shall be banned from
the campus for a period of two years and any credit card
issuer represented by said visitor, licensee, or invitee shall
be banned from the campus for a period of one year. Any
student, faculty, or other staff found violating this policy
shall receive a warning and be prohibited from any and all
future credit card marketing on the campus.
Electronic Communication Devices
The use of electronic communication devices in classes
without the express permission of classroom instructors is
prohibited, except when permitted by College regulation
such as to accommodate learning disabilities in furtherance
of the American’s With Disabilities Act (ADA). The
use of cellular telephones, pagers, text-messaging, and
other communication devices during class or during the
administration of any examination is strictly prohibited.
Using such devices during an examination is deemed to
be dishonorable conduct in violation of the Student Code
of Conduct, and may result in the voiding of test scores, a
failing course grade, and further disciplinary action.
CULTURAL HOUR PERFORMANCES
These student performances in the College Theatre provide
both entertainment and the opportunity for students to share
the performing skills developed in musical ensembles and
other classes at the College.
VISITING ARTIST CLINICS/CONCERTS
Visiting artists such as Billy Joel, Phil Ramone, Don Grusin,
Bernard Purdie, Cyrus Chestnut, Randy Brecker and Ben
Vereen have performed at special clinics and events for the
benefit of the student body. The small intimate environment
of these events enhances the educational value of interaction
with these artists.
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MUSIC INDUSTRY CONFERENCE
At this event, students get the opportunity to speak firsthand
with broadcast executives and entertainment attorneys. Career
decisions are explored, and students can find out directly from
the experts about trends in the music industry.
DRUG PREVENTION PROGRAM
All students are advised that the unlawful manufacture,
distribution, possession or use of a controlled substance is
prohibited at the College. Conviction for violation of such
prohibitions will result in dismissal from the College.
In accordance with the regulations of the Drug-Free Workplace
Act of 1988, the College has established a Drug Prevention
Program. Videos, books, and pamphlets describing the
danger of drug abuse are available to all students as well
as referral to appropriate agencies for drug counseling or
rehabilitation.
DIX HILLS CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS
Dix Hills Center for Performing Arts at Five Towns College is
a home for the arts on Long Island. Not only does the Center
play an important role in the cultural education of Five Towns
College students, but it also helps the College achieve its goal
of enriching the lives of residents of the local community.
Dix Hills Center sponsors numerous cultural events that are
attended by both students and the general public.
During past seasons the PAC has hosted musical
performances and ensembles of nearly every genre and
description. Representative theatrical productions include
The Secret Garden, Suessical, Thoroughly Modern Millie,
Into the Woods, Hamlet, The Crucible, and Little Shop of
Horrors. Special events included musical tributes to John
Lennon, Steely Dan, Chicago, Oscar Peterson, Charlie “Bird”
Parker, and Wes Becamp. The continuing line-up of enter-
tainment and campus activities includes magic, comedy,
independent films and other performances specifically
selected for their entertainment and educational value to the
greater campus community.
HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ BAND FESTIVAL
The Five Towns College High School Jazz Band Festival is
held in the College Theatre. This event is both education-
ally worthwhile and enjoyable for all of the high school jazz
ensembles that participate. Past experience has shown that
students enjoy and benefit from the opportunity to perform
before an audience of other musicians. The adjudicators for
the competition consist of distinguished professional musi-
cians and music educators. There are no fees of any kind.
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Student Services
ACADEMIC SUPPORT CENTER
Located in Room 107, the Academic Support Center is open
to all Five Towns College students on a drop-in basis. The
Center provides tutoring, academic counseling, learning
strategy seminars, and a variety of other services designed
to help each student reach his or her academic potential. The
Center also administers the College’s HEOP, PASS, SCOPE
and MORE programs.
• HEOP (Higher Education Opportunity Program) is de-
signed for academically and economically disadvantaged
students. If selected for the program, HEOP participants
are required to attend a pre-freshman program during the
summer preceding fall entry. Advising, counseling, tutor-
ing and financial assistance are provided for these students
for the duration of their degree programs if eligibility
requirements are continuously met.
• PASS (Promoting Academic Success for Students) is
designed to provide academic support to those students
who meet the academic requirements for HEOP but do not
qualify for financial assistance. PASS participants have
access to the same advising, counseling, and tutoring ser-
vices that are essential to the success of HEOP students.
• SCOPE (Serving Opportunity Program Students Edu-
cationally) is designed to address the unique challenges
faced by international students while attending the College.
Eligible foreign students receive advisement, counseling
and tutoring services tailored to their specific needs, which
often includes programs to strengthen English language
skills and processing student visas and other governmental
documents.
• MORE (Motivated, Organized, Realistic and Enthusiastic)
is designed to provide support services and reasonable
learning accommodations to students with documented
learning disabilities.
TUTORIAL SERVICES
One of the forms of academic assistance given to students
who require help in their courses is the tutoring service pro-
vided by faculty members and peer tutors. A student can see
his/her instructors during office hours. A student can also
receive assistance in the Academic Support Center.
ACADEMIC ADVISEMENT
Academic planning and advisement are an integral part of the
ongoing educational process at the College and begin as soon
as the student is accepted. Each student is assigned to a faculty
member who serves as his her academic advisor. Conferences
with their academic advisors provide opportunities for students
to plan their programs and review their academic progress.
Prior to each registration period academic advisors help
students to prepare their program for the following semester.
Academic advisors may be consulted for individual needs
at any time throughout the academic year during a regular
schedule of office hours. Although academic advisement
is provided, students are solely responsible for their course
selections and for meeting degree requirements.
CAREER SERVICES AND EXPERIENTIAL
LEARNING CENTER
The Career Services and Experiential Learning Center makes
students aware of job opportunities and helps them acquire
the necessary skills in searching for jobs, preparing resumes
and cover letters, and doing well in interviews.
The selection of a career is one of the most crucial decisions a
student is called upon to make. The College's career education
program, which includes testing, guidance, and reading materi-
als, seeks to assist each student in making that decision.
The Center also facilitates the internship, co-operative education,
study abroard, and after experiential learning opportunities.
HEALTH SERVICES
Information and help for students with emotional problems
and referrals for professional psychological services are made
available through the College Counseling Office. Lectures
and literature are offered in such areas as sex, family, mar-
riage, nutrition, and personal health.
The College does not provide on campus medical services,
but does maintain a relationship with the Dolan Health Center
off campus for students. In addition, the College does require
that students purchase mandatory health insurance through
the College, unless they present proof of health insurance
through their own provider at the time of registration or
re-registration.
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HOUSING DISTANCE LEARNING/ONLINE COURSES

The Living/Learning Center is a complex of four residence
halls. Each building has a variety of single and double rooms,
internet access, cable TV, telephone, and other service. A
minimum mandatory meal plan is required. Students inter-
ested in on-campus living must file a separate application.
If granted, a housing license is valid for the current academic
year/semester. While every effort is made to accommodate
the housing needs of continuing students, the College does
not warrant that a subsequent license will be issued beyond
the current academic year/semester. In order to respond to
the high demand for on-campus housing, students who have
resided on campus for six (6) semesters may only remain in
residence on-campus thereafter with the permission of the
Dean of Residential Life.
Five Towns College reserves the right to offer a portion of
each degree program in an online course format. In such
cases, the College expects that students registering for these
courses will supply their own computer and access to the
internet, as set forth in the Catalog section entitled “Computer
Requirements.” The College also reserves the right to limit
the number of online courses that any student may pursue
wholly online. In order to ensure the integrity of online
courses, the College may require students enrolled in online
courses to present themselves at the College for a variety
of reasons, including course orientation, and midsemester
and final examinations.
OFFICIAL EMAIL NOTICES

Students who reside on campus are required to attend classes All Five Towns College students are provided with an of-
on a full-time basis, and to carry a course schedule of classes ficial email address when they initially register for College.
that meets five (5) days per week, except with permission of Students are expected to check their official email box
the Dean of Residential Life. regularly for official notices and other important information
from the College. Students will be deemed to have received
NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION
notifications from the College that have been transmitted to
New Student Orientation is designed to familiarize students their email address.
with the College and with the social and recreational resources
in the area.
Orientation includes an introduction of the general education
technological competency skills necessary to utilize various
learning technologies, including knowledge of computer
hardware and software, file management, word processing,
spreadsheets, Internet, and email systems. It includes an
overview of college policies and regulations, with emphasis
on the development of self-management, career planning,
and decision making skills.
Orientation events include a special schedule of informal
small group meetings where freshmen may share opinions and
plans with other students and faculty members in a relaxed
and comfortable environment. Students are encouraged to
participate in varied campus activities so that they may become
well-adjusted members of the College community.

PERSONAL COUNSELING
The individuality of each student is a basic concern of the
College. Every effort is made to provide an environment in
which each student can develop his or her particular capabilities
and interests to the fullest. The College Counseling Office
provides personal counseling in a confidential setting to assist
students in making decisions related to personal and academic
situations. Referral to outside professional agencies may be
made in situations requiring more specialized counseling.
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Academic Information
The College seeks to make available the finest quality of
instruction. Students are expected to achieve appropriate
levels of academic performance, to be familiar with pre-
requisites for admission to specific courses, and to be aware
of requirements for graduation and other regulations as
announced in official College publications.
The Registrar's Office is responsible for the registration of students
and the maintenance of all academic records and credentials.
Students should address all requests and/or petitions about matters
of academic standing to the Academic Standards Committee.
GRADING SYSTEM
The following grading system is used for graduate courses:
GRADE INCOMPLETE GRADES (I)
GRADE QUALITY OF ACHIEVEMENT POINTS
A Excellent........................... 90-100 4.0
B Good................................. 80-89 3.0
C Passing.............................. 70-79 2.0
F Failure............................... 0-69 0.0
WU Unofficial Withdrawal...... 0.0
I Incomplete........................ —
W Official Withdrawal.......... —
AU Audit (Not For Credit)...... —
T Transfer Credit.................. —
P In-Service Credit............... __
F In-Service Credit............... __
GRADE POINT AVERAGE (G.P.A.)
Grade point averages are computed by multiplying the
point value of each grade by the credits designated for each
course. This gives the grade point total. The sum of these
totals divided by the number of credits attempted gives the
G.P.A. for the semester.
LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Students applying for a leave of absence must file a Leave
of Absence form and seek approval of the Academic Stan-
dards Committee. Recipients of financial aid, in the form
of grants, scholarships, or loans, are reminded that a leave
of absence does not in and of itself constitute a waiver of
the College's Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress.
A waiver must be applied for separately in accordance with
published College policy. Students applying for a leave of
absence for a semester in progress are cautioned to consult
with the Financial Aid Office before making application.
AUDITING COURSES
A student may audit a course by obtaining written permission from
the Division Chair and registering for the course after paying the
per credit fee. Audited courses may not be taken later for credit.
GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE
A student who believes that he or she has been personally
aggrieved or discriminated against by a staff or faculty
member should first seek to resolve the problem through
discussion with that individual. Failing a resolution of the
matter, the student may then bring the matter in written
form to the attention either of the chairperson of the pro-
gram involved or the supervisor of the particular service or
activity. A written response will be made within two weeks.
If the student is dissatisfied with the decision, he/she may
then appeal to the Vice President/Provost for redress. The
College's complete FERPA Policy Statement is available in
the Registrar's Office.
I is a grade recorded for a course in which a student has
failed to complete certain work or has been absent from the
final examination because of circumstances beyond his/her
control. The written approvals of the Chairperson and Dean
are required before an I grade may be given. An incomplete
which is not removed before the tenth week of the following
semester becomes an F. Responsibility for removing an INC
within this time limit rests with the student.
WITHDRAWAL FROM COURSES OR COLLEGE
Students who find it necessary to withdraw from courses or
College are required to notify their academic advisors, secure
their approval, and complete all necessary forms. Program
change fees must be paid in the Bursar's Office, and the
completed forms must be presented to the Registrar's Office
before a student can be considered officially withdrawn from
courses or College.
Students may withdraw from courses without penalty during
the first ten weeks of a semester with a grade of "W." A student
who has not filed an official Withdrawal Form and who has been
excessively absent will be assigned a grade of "WU" (Unofficial
Withdrawal), which is equivalent to an "F" grade.
Official withdrawal status is based on the date of receipt and
approval of a completed Withdrawal or Program Change
Request form and not on the last date of attendance. Stu-
dents who withdraw from the College will receive grades in
accordance with the procedures detailed above.
STUDENT RECORDS
FiveTowns College complies with the provisions of the Family
Educational Rights and PrivacyAct of 1974. Students have the
right to inspect and review certain of their educational records
and to correct inaccurate or misleading data through hearings.
The student's right to privacy is also protected by limiting the
transfer of these records without the student's consent.
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Rick McKay, Sheldon Harnick and Stewart Lane at a recent Convocation.

Michael Feinstein with the Jingle Belles at recent visit to the College.
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Tuition and Fees
Tuition and fees are payable prior to the start of the semes-
ter. Checks and money orders should be made payable
Five Towns College. The privileges of the College are not
available to the student until completion of registration and
the payment of all fees and tuition. College policy does not
permit a student to register for a subsequent semester if the
student is in arrears for a prior semester. The Trustees of the
College reserve the right to make changes in fees, tuition,
curriculum, and regulations and to charge for additional
services whenever such action is deemed advisable.
APPLICATION FEE
A non-refundable fee of $50 is required at the time of
application to process applications.
FULL-TIME TUITION
Masters students taking 12 or more credits are full-time.
Full-Time Masters Tuition per semester..................$ 6,250
Doctoral students taking 9 or more credits are full-time.
Full-Time Doctoral Tuition per semester.................$ 6,885
PART-TIME TUITION
Students taking less than 12 credits are part-time.
Masters Tuition per credit ..........................................$ 525
Doctoral Tuition per credit..........................................$ 765
COLLEGE FEE PER SEMESTER
12 + Credits ....................................................... $150
7-11 Credits ....................................................... 120
4-6 Credits ....................................................... 60
1-3 Credits ....................................................... 30
STUDENT ACTIVITY FEE PER SEMESTER
This $25 fee is administered by the Student Council and is
used for student activities.
TUITION DEPOSIT
A tuition deposit of $500 is required within two weeks after
acceptance in order to reserve a place in class.
SCHEDULE OF PAYMENTS
Fall tuition balances are due on or before July 1. Spring
tuition balances are due on or before January 3.
CREDIT CARDS
Mastercard, Discover Card, and Visa are accepted for payment
of tuition and fees.
STUDENT ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE
All full-time students are required to have sickness and
accident insurance. Full time students are automatically
enrolled in the Student Accident and Sickness Insurance
Plan sponsored by the College. Students can waive enroll-
ment in the College's plan by completing a waiver form,
with a copy of a valid medical insurance ID card, before
the start of the semester. A separate brochure is available
in the business office.
MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN
This plan, available through TuitionPay (Sallie Mae Business
Office Solutions) for a $55 annual fee, enables students to pay
tuition and fees in ten monthly installments commencing June
15. TuitionPay can be contacted directly at (800) 635-0120
or www.tuitionpay.com for additional information.
SPECIAL FEES
Application for Readmission.................................. $50
Audio Recording Technology Lab.......................... 50/400
Auditing a course, per credit................................... 765
Computer Lab, per course....................................... 50
Doctoral Advisement.............................................. 200
Electronic Portfolio................................................. 85
Film /Video Lab, per semester................................ 100/400
Graduation (payable at registration)....................... 50
Identification Card replacement.............................. 25
Independent Study, per course plus tuition............. 350
Keyboard Lab, per semester................................... 10
Late Registration..................................................... 50
Major Instrument/Voice, per semester
45-minute private lesson per week...................... 775
Make-Up Final Examination/Recital...................... 40
MIDI Lab, per semester.......................................... 75
Music Studio, per hour............................................ 1
Parking for unregistered car, per day...................... 10
Private Instrument/Voice, per semester
30-minute private lesson per week....................... 525
Program Change (each)........................................... 5
Qualifying Examination (student teaching)............ 40
Returned Check service charge............................... 35
Transcript - High School/College........................... 10
Transcript - Academic Record................................ 10
LATE PAYMENT
Unpaid balances of student accounts are subject to interest
charges of 12 percent per annum from the first day of class
until payment is received.
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Michael Feinstein and Robert Sillerman at a recent Convocation.

Rick McKay, award-winning producer/director/writer/cinematographer of the hit

film Broadway: The Golden Age, with the Jingle Belles, a College vocal quartet.
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Education Faculty
SUSAN BARR, Associate Professor
B.A., Hunter College
M.S., Hofstra University
Ph.D., Capella University
Professional with dual New York State certification in special
education and levels K-6, and former teacher in the U.S. Virgin
Islands, Dr. Barr has worked with multicultural populations
at all levels of education. Member of HEOPPO-Long Island
Region, National Association for Developmental Education
(NCADE), and Adults and Children with Learning and
Developmental Disabilities, Inc. (ACLD).

ANN SCHEREL HELLER, Associate Professor

B.A., Queens College
M.A., Hunter College
P.D., Hofstra University
District Reading Director, Uniondale Public Schools. Recipi-
ent Reading Administrator/Supervisor Award New York State
Reading Association, Syracuse, New York 2000; Convention
Speaker New York State Reading Conferences 1988, 1991,
1994, 1995, 1996, 1998, 2000; Presenter International Read-
ing Association Conference, 1992.

RICHARD KELLEY, Professor, English

Liberal Arts Division Chair
PATRICIA SCHMIDT, Professor
B.A., St. Bonaventure University
Education Division Chair
M.A., Ph.D., SUNY Stony Brook
B.A., M.A., P.D., Queens College
2009 winner of the Lorraine Kleinman Award of Excellence M.S., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University
in College Teaching. Over forty years experience in the high
Experienced teacher-trainer, curriculum supervisor, bilingual
school and college classroom. Presented his work before
coordinator New York City Board of Education. Member:
the Popular Culture Association and The New York State
Higher Education Task Force on Quality Inclusive Educa-
Council for Social Studies. His work on Thoreau, Parkman,
tion; NYSATEYFT.
Whitman and other 19th-century American figures has been
acknowledged by a number of scholars in the field of American
studies, including the well-known critic Alfred Kazin. Sal Somma, Associate Professor
Director of Music Education
B.A., M.S., CUNY Queens College
Marianne Mccreery, Professor
District Director of Music, Plainview-Old Bethpage Central
Director of Graduate Education Studies
School District; Assistant Principal for Supervision: Music
B.A., Hunter College; M.A., City College
and Director of Performing Arts, Edward R. Murrow High
Ph.D., Union Institute
School; Performing Arts Program Coordinator, Adlai E.
School Principal, Babylon, New York. Post-doctoral Re- Stevenson High School, Music Teacher, Michelangelo
search Scientist, State University of New York at Stony Intermediate School; Summer Music Program Coordinator,
Brook. New York State School District Administrator. Glen Cove City School District.

Adjunct Education Faculty
KATHLEEN BANNON, Assistant Professor
B.A., SUNY Old Westbury; M.S., P.D., Dowling College
Ed.D., St. John's University
Assistant Superintendent Curriculum & Instruction,
Copiague.
DOUGLAS BORSUK, Assistant Professor
B.S., Rider College; M.S. Adelphi University
P.D., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Brentwood and New York City public school teacher.
JEFF DAILEY, Associate Professor
B.A., Wagner College
M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., New York University
Director of Fine and Performing Arts, Deer Park. Expanded
school district theatre program; developed partnerships with
several theatre companies and the NYC Student Shakespeare
Festival; began The Puppet Project, a program to increase
reading and writing proficiency in elementary schools.
JOSEPH DEL GIUDICE, Assistant Professor
B.S., M.S., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Mathematics teacher, Half Hollow School District. Coached
American Computer Science League teams.
ROSE HUTCHERSON, Assistant Professor
B.S., M.A., SUNY Binghamton
M.S.Ed., SUNY Albany
Ed.D., Hofstra University
Director of 21st Century Grant, Amityville, UFSD. Former
Associate Director Long Island Regional School Support
Center at Eastern Suffolk BOCES. Consultant to NYSED
in Office of K-12 Initiatives.
MADELINE NELSON, Assistant Professor
B.S., North Adams State College
M.S.Ed., Hofstra University
Experienced reading teacher, West Islip School District. East
Islip Teacher Center in-service instructor.
NINA PRASSO, Associate Professor
B.A., M.S.Ed., Specialist Diploma, CUNY Queens College
Ed.D., Teachers College Columbia University
District Coordinator of Music and the Arts, Garden City
UFSD. Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society,
Kappa Delta Pi National Educational Honor Society.
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JULIA A. RAGONESE, Assistant Professor
B.S., M.S. in Ed., Long Island University
P.D. Educational Leadership, Dowling College
Ed.D., Walden University/University of Indiana
Experienced Special Education teacher. A.B.A. certified.
STEVEN V. RAND, Assistant Professor
B.S., SUNY Old Westbury
M.S. in Ed., Five Towns College
Hockey, Basketball, Tennis Coach. Member: Huntington
Historical Society; Greater Long Island Running Club.
JOHN SHORTER, Associate Professor
B.A., State University College at Geneseo, NY
M.A., New York University
Former Secondary School Theatre Program Coordinator at
Manhasset High School. Contributor to and developer of the
New York State Learning Standards for the Arts and Content
Area Specialty Test for Theatre Certification. Item reviewer,
developer, and scorer for ASSETS Theatre Arts Assessment.
Former President of, and current Board Trustee for, the New
York State Theatre Education Association. President of the
Long Island Theatre Education Association.
MARIANNA STEELE, Assistant Professor
B.A., Transylvania University
M.A., Georgetown College
SAS/SDA College of New Rochelle
Ed.D., St. John's University
Assistant Superintendent for Secondary Curriculum,
Hempstead, UFSD; New Teacher Mentor; science teacher.
Member: ASCD, NADCO, NABSE, LIASCD, SAANYS
and PDK.
LINDA STOLLOW, Assistant Professor
B.S., SUNY Old Westbury
M.S., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Science teacher-Syosset Central School District. Coach for
Western Long Island Regional Science Olympiad.
NYLES TEICHER, Assistant Professor
Director, Distance Learning
B.A., Queens College
M.A., M.ED., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University
Experienced public school educator, former faculty member
at Columbia University, Distance Education developer
since 1993.
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Music Faculty LEE EVANS, Professor Emeritus, Music

B.A., New York University;
M.A., Ed.D., Teachers College, Columbia University
SCOTT BALLIN, Assistant Professor, Music
Mus.B., M.M., Five Towns College Conductor/Pianist for Engelbert Humperdinck and Carol
Channing. Music Contractor for Tom Jones, Cat Stevens,
Jazz pianist and the accompanist for the Great American
Gilbert O'Sullivan, and Emerson, Lake, and Palmer. Seven
Songbook, Musical Director for the Rat Pack Show at the
LPs on Capitol, Command, and MGM Records. Former
Rainbow Room. Has appeared at jazz venues such as Bird-
Music Director, Americana Hotel. Author of more than
land, Iridium, and the Metronome.
ninety piano books published by Hal Leonard.
STANLEY G. COHEN, Distinguished Professor, Music
STEPHEN GLEASON, Associate Professor, Music
President of the College
Mus.B., Mus.M., Five Towns College
B.S., New York University; M.A., Queens College
Ed.D., New York University Professional musician, vocalist and choral conductor.
Music Director and Arranger at the Lake Placid Club, the Extensive experience with a cappella vocal groups. Currently
Crossman and Concord Hotels in New York State, and working in New York's premiere top 40 band The Touch as
the Plantation Supper Club in North Carolina; Lincoln a singer/guitar player and as a session player for selected
Center Performance Chairman; former Assistant Principal, artists' recordings at Jellybean and Arista records.
Supervisor of Music; New York Society of Experimental
WAYNE GRIMMER, Assistant Professor, Music
Study for Education; Assistant Director of Music License,
Mus. B., Five Towns College
New York City Board of Education.
Conductor of the Long Island Sound Men's Chorus, member
ANGELO DIPIPPO, Professor Emeritus, Music of the award winning barbershop quartet 'Round Midnight
B.A., Holy Cross College; and conductor of the Twin Shores Chorus.
M.A., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Composer, arranger of more than 75 record albums including
Lost Horizons and The Godfather. Recording artist with
Peggy Lee, Billy Eckstein, Mitch Miller, Rudy Vallee and
Connie Haines. Appeared in the films The Godfather and
Lovers and Other Strangers. Internationally prominent jazz
accordion soloist with own trio at Newport Jazz Festival.
Music director for Roberta Peters and Robert Merrill.

ERVIN DRAKE, Distinguished Visiting Professor,

Music Composer-in-Residence
B.S., City College of New York
Ervin Drake, Vice Chairman, Songwriters Hall of Fame, has
been writing popular songs for over fifty years. His I Believe
was recorded by Barbra Streisand and LeAnn Rimes, and even
though Frank Sinatra made It Was A Very Good Year a hit years
ago, the song was more recently recorded by Ray Charles and
Willy Nelson. Other popular songs include Good Morning
Heartache, Tico Tico and Now That I Have Everything. He has
also composed and produced over 700 primetime telecasts, in-
cluding the famous Timex Comedy Hour, which was hosted by
talk show legend Johnny Carson. He has worked with leading
artists of the time, including Perry Como, Ethel Merman, and
Andy Williams. Ervin Drake's popularity and success is at an all
time high with Barbra Streisand's recording of One God, Tony
Bennett's recording of Good Morning Heartache with Sheryl
Crowe, and Robbie Williams recording of It was a Very Good Ervin Drake presenting the Honorary Doctor of Music
Year — all of which have reached platinum status. Degree (Mus.D.) to Sheldon Harnick.

DEAN KARAHALIS, Assistant Professor, Music
Director of Instrumental Music
Mus.B., Mannes College of Music
M.A., Queens College; P.D., Hofstra University
Founder of The Concert Pops as well as the conductor and
music director. He has performed with the Radio City music
Hall Orchestra, New York Lyric Opera, Goldovsky Opera
and is Musical Director/Founder of the New York Brass
Choir. He is an Artist-Clinician for the Conn/Selmer Musical
Instrument Company and has performed extensively as a
guest conductor and soloist throughout the United States.
Conducting highlights have included performances at the
United States Figure Skating Championships, U.S. Air
Force Band, Washington, D.C. and a Night at the Opera
with Metropolitan Opera star Robert Merrill.
In 1992, he was appointed Conductor-Musical Director for
The Eglevesky Ballet and is currently musical consultant
to the Moscow Festival Ballet, Ballet de Bordeaux and
has extensive guest-conducting schedule. The Concert
Pops have performed concerts throughout the east coast in
their "Pops Under the Stars" series. Some highlights are
performances with guest soloists, Marvin Hamlisch, The
Manhattan Rhythm Kings, Broadway's Tommy Tune, Betty
Buckley, Enzo Stuarti, Joel Gray, and Metropolitan Opera
great Robert Merrill.
Stewart Lane presenting the Honorary Doctor of
Humane Letters Degree (L.H.D.) to Robert Sillerman.
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JOSEPH D. LA ROSA, Professor Emeritus, Music
B.S., M.S., New York University
D.M.A., University of Arizona
Conductor of choral, orchestral and operatic music.
Former Director of Performing and Fine Arts, Mineola
Public Schools.
JEFFREY LIPTON, Professor, Music
Music Division Chair
Director of the Choir, Vocal Jazz and
Great American Songbook
B.M., SUNY Potsdam; M.M., Bowling Green State University
Professional Choral Director, Performances at Avery Fisher
Hall in Lincoln Center and Saint Peter's Cathedral in New
York City. Choir Director, Mineola Choral Society. Studied
conducting with Robert Spano, Music Director of the Atlanta
Symphony Orchestra. Active as a guest conductor and
clinician in the New York Metropolitan Region.
JILL MILLER, Professor, Music
Director of Graduate Music Studies
Coordinator of Piano Lab
B.M., M.M., Ithaca College
D.M.A., Temple University
Composer of two symphonies, various chamber works
and piano music. Composition studies with Karel Husa,
Pulitzer Prize winning composer at Cornell University.
Lecturer at Muhlenberg College and Temple University.
Synthesizer performer at Theatre Three in Port Jefferson.
Board member of the Pennsylvania Sinfonia Orchestra and
Chairperson for Concert Competition.
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HOSUN MOON, Associate Professor, Music
Coordinator of Piano Studies
B.M., Yon-Sei University, Korea
M.M., Manhattan School of Music
D.M.A., SUNY Stony Brook
Professional harpsichordist and pianist. Performances at the
92nd Street Y, Merkin Concert Hall, Columbia University
and LeFrak Concert Halls with the New York Bach Ensemble
and South Shore Philharmonic. Director of Music at Central
Presbyterian Church in Huntington, NY and North Country
Reform Temple in Glen Cove, NY.
CHUCK MYMIT, Professor, Music
Editor of Five Towns College Press
B.M., Berklee College of Music
M.A., New York University
Jazz/commercial pianist, composer, arranger, and conductor.
Author, A Beginner's Approach to Jazz Improvisation, Club
Date Pianist, Introduction to Small Band Arranging, and
Contemporary Harmony 1, 2. Recipient, Tisch School of
the Arts award for Film Scoring. Composer and Musical
Director for the Off-Broadway production of Night Visions.
Recording artist, The Romantic Piano.
JIM ODRICH, Professor, Music
B.S., Queens College
M.A., Ed. D.,Columbia University
Performed with United States Air Force Airmen of Note.
Composet, synthesist for video industrial films, Marc Brown
Productions, and Ann Margaret. Special arranger for school
band publishers, Kendor and Cherry Lane Music. Piano
soloist and recording artist for Music Minus One Records.
PETER M. ROGINE, Professor, Music
Coordinator of Guitar Studies
B.A., Queens College
M.A., Long Island University
Professional guitarist with extensive recording and TV
experience. Performances with Bob Florence, Cab Calloway,
Al Martino, Four Aces, Four Lads, Patti Paige, and such
Broadway shows as "They're Playing Our Song." Columnist
for Just Jazz Guitar magazine.
GERRY SAULTER, Associate Professor, Music
Director of Private Instruction
B.A., SUNY Stony Brook
M.M., Five Towns College
Guitar instructor and performer. Classical guitarist of the
multi-award winning flute and guitar duo, Serenade. Per-
formances at CarnegieHall and Merkin Concert Hall. Con-
tributing author for 20th Century Guitar Magazine. Member
of Chamber Music America and the Guitar Foundation of
America. Concert performances throughout Puerto Rico,
Europe and the USA.
DEMETRIUS SPANEAS, Assistant Professor, Music
B.M., M.M., New England Conservatory of Music
Saxophone soloist, composer, recording artist. Has com-
missioned, recorded, and premiered works by John Cage,
John Harbison, Donald Martino, Bernard Rands, and
Gunther Schuller. Has performed with the Funk Brothers,
Ray Charles, and Aretha Franklin. Founder and leader of
World Music Ensemble. Former Composer-in-Residence
with the Bay Area Chamber Symphony in California.
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Yoko Ono at the dedication of the John Lennon Center for Music and Technology.

Robert F.X. Sillerman, Rick McKay, Sheldon Harnick, Stewart Lane and Michael Feinstein
visiting the Entertainment Industry Gallery of Honor Museum at Five Towns College.
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Adjunct Music Faculty
JUDITH R. ALSTADTER, Professor, Music
B.S., Juilliard School
M.M.A., D.M.A., Yale University School of Music
Concert Pianist and recording artist with appearances
at Lincoln Center. Soloist with prominent symphony
orchestra and chamber groups. Studied in France with
Jeanne-Marie Dorre, in New York with Rosina Lhevinne,
Sascha Gorodnitzki, and Volya Cossack, and in New
Haven with Ward Davenny. Her Alice Tully Hall series
at Lincoln Center devoted to the complete piano works
of Gabriel Fauré was widely acclaimed for her keyboard
command, sensitivity and color, imagination and dramatic
flair. New York appearances include recitals at Carnegie
Recital Hall in a series on Romantic Women Composers,
which were praised for their uniqueness and sensitivity.
Dr. Alstadter is a lecturer, coach, and clinician for music
organizations, libraries, elder hostels, and community
groups and is a Steinway Piano Artist whose recordings
include: The Poetic Piano, Spirituality and Music, Women
Composers: Romantic to Ragtime and the Piano Music of
Gabriel Fauré.
PAUL M. BARKAN, Assistant Professor, Music Technology
B.A., SUNY Stony Brook
M.M., Five Towns College
Professional musician, sound engineer and studio designer;
composer, arranger, conductor and producer of professional
caliber music in the studio and for musical theater. Specialist
in computer music notation and technology.
Melanie Birnbaum, Assistant Professor, Voice
B.F.A., SUNY Purchase
M.M., Manhattan School of Music
D.M.A., SUNY Stonybrook
Lyric Soprano. Active performer and teacher. Performances
at Carnegie Hall and throughout the United States and Eu-
rope. Winner of the Young Artists Concert Auditions, and
National association of teachers of singing competition.
Festivals participated in include Tanglewood, and Aspen.
SCEMEA member.
GREG BOBULINSKI, Assistant Professor, Music
B.M., North Texas State University
Jazz trumpet; widely recognized virtuoso; recording and
performing experience with Clark Terry, Chris Woods,
Carman McRae, and Johnny Hartman. Recipient of National
Endowment For The Arts and American Music Center
Fellowships.
BRYAN CARROTT, Assistant Professor, Music
B.A., William Paterson College
A native New Yorker, Mr. Carrott has toured and recorded
throughout the U.S., Europe and Japan, with Ralph
Peterson, Henry Threadgill, Butch Morris, Dave Douglas,
The Jazz Passengers and Charlie Hunter. He is a two-time
recipient of New York's Meet The Composer Award and
has been cited for several years in Down Beat Magazine's
International Critics' Poll. He has also been featured on
BET's Jazz Central, on the film soundtrack, 3 A.M. with
Branford Marsalis, and as a mallet/multi-percussionist for
Disney's Lion King on Broadway. As a clinician for Ross
Mallet Instruments, Bryan has led performances at the
International Association of Jazz Educators (IAJE) and the
Percussive Arts Society Conventions. He was a featured
soloist with Cologne, Germany's WDR Orchestra conducted
by Gunther Schuller.
KENNETH E. COOK, Associate Professor, Music
B.M., SUNY Potsdam
M.M., University of Michigan
Ph.D., Michigan State University
Saxophone soloist, chamber musician and private instrumental
music teacher. Professional affiliations include, but are not
limited to, the Music Educators National Conference, North
American Saxophone Alliance and Parliamentarian for the
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Music Fraternity. Research Assistant,
Entrepreneurial Education Resource Center, SUNY College of
Technology at Utica/Rome, certified adjudicator for New York
State School Music Association (NYSSMA) solo festivals.
AZANDE CUMMINGS, Assistant Professor, Music
Coordinator of Percussion Studies
B.A., SUNY Old Westbury
M.M., Five Towns College
Percussionist with the Duke Ellington Jazz Ensemble,
American and Harlem Dance Theatres. Extensive musical
theatre experience playing shows such as West Side Story,
Cabaret, Kiss Me Kate, Ain't Misbehavin, Sound of Music,
Oklahoma, Oliver, The Wiz, Gigi, Annie, Zorba, Fiddler on
the Roof, Guys and Dolls, Dream Girls, Music Man, Funny
Girl, Chicago, Mame, Carousel, Sophisticated Lady, Show-
boat, Hello Dolly, and Porgy & Bess.

JEFF DAILEY, Professor, Music
B.A., Wagner College
M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., New York University
District-wide Director of Fine and Performing Arts,
Deer Park, New York. Former music director for St.
John's University theatre program and band director for
White Plains High School. Musicological consultant
for orchestras and opera companies including the Czech
Philharmonic, Hong Kong and Mississippi Operas,
Ambassadors of Opera Worldwide and the Boston
Academy of Music. Professional bassoonist.
DAVID DOIG, Associate Professor, Music, Business
B.A., M.S., M.M., D.M.A., SUNY Stony Brook
Professional guitarist and recording artist. Concert tours
with performances at U.C.L.A., Universities of Arizona
and Santa Barbara, University of Colorado at Boulder,
Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall and Lincoln Center. Numer-
ous publications such as Popular Guitar Classics and Solo
Music for Acoustic Guitar.
KENNETH FRIESE, Associate Professor, Music
B.S., SUNY Potsdam
M.M., Boston University
Choral director, clinician, organist, accompanist and vocal coach,
currently at Plainview Old Bethpage/John F. Kennedy High
School. Organist/director of music at Old First Presbyterian
Church and Temple Beth-El both in Huntington.
PETER HANSEN, Assistant Professor, Music and
Music Technology
B.A., Queens College; M.S., Hofstra University
Music educator, Soundtree/Korg MIDI-Lab expert, profes-
sional affiliations include MENC, NYSSMA, NCMEA,
IAEKM, GMS and NCMEA.
ROBERT HINZ, Assistant Professor, Music
B.A., SUNY Stony Brook
M.M., University of Rochester: Eastman School of Music
Ph.D., New York University
Professonal jazz pianist and adjudicator at NYSSMA.
Composer, author, solo piano recitalist, and music educator.
Author of books and articles on Bud Powell, George
Shearing, and Bill Evans. Featured pianist on Marion
McPartland's Piano Jazz National Public Radio broadcast.
Articles published in Clavier, Creative Keyboard, Jazz
Educators Journal, Teaching Music, and the Music Educators
Journal.
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STEPHEN PAGANO, Associate Professor, Voice
A.A.S., Nassau County Community College
B.A., CUNY Queens College
M.A., Long Island University
Former director of the vocal program and musical theatre
productions at Freeport High School. He has conducted
vocal groups and performed at Carnegie Hall, Shea Stadium,
St. Patrick's Cathedral, Ellis Island, West Point, and the
DisneyWorld Choral Festival in Orlando, Florida.
MATTHEW PIERCE, Assistant Professor, Music
B.M., M.M., The Johns Hopkins University: Peabody
Conservatory of Music
Gemini Youth Orchestra Music Director, Metropolitan Youth
Orchestra Assistant Conductor/String Specialist. Prior teach-
ing experience includes The Julliard School and Peabody
Conservatory of Music. Mary Tiller Award for Excellence
(Peabody Conservatory). Performers Certificate (Mannes
College of Music), Conductors Institute (Bard College of
Music). Violin performance credits include Jewel, Sheryl
Crow, Suzanne Vega, and Philip Glass.
NINA PRASSO, Associate Professor, Music Education
B.A., M.S.Ed.,CUNY Queens College
Specialist Diploma, CUNY Queens College
Ed.D., Teachers College Columbia University
District Coordinator of Music and the Arts, Garden City
UFSD. Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society,
Kappa Delta Pi National Educational Honor Society.
ARTHUR ROMEO, Assistant Professor, Music
B.S., Hofstra University
M.S., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Music Educator and jazz/commercial pianist with appearances
in the New York City Metropolitan area. Performances in
the Broadway productions of Irma La Douce, Fiddler on the
Roof, Zorba, Carnival, and Cabaret.
BERNARD ROSE, Associate Professor, Music
Mus.B, Manhattan School of Music
Mus.M., Ph.D., University of North Texas
Post-Doctoral Study, Eastman School of Music
Featured soloist on saxophone and clarinet. Member of U.S.
Army Field Band, and the Spokane and Winnipeg Symphony
Orchestras. Performances with Mel Torme, Louis Bellson, Ed
Shaughnessy, Pearl Bailey, Steve Lawrence and Edie Gorme,
Louise Mandrell, Milt Hinton, Bob Crosby, Shirley Jones,
Leslie Uggams, Bob Hope, George Burns, Carol Channing,
Debbie Reynolds and Arturo Sandoval. Reviewer for the
Council for Research in Music Education (CRME) at the
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
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JON TRASK, Assistant Professor, Music Education
B.A., Alfred University
Mus.B., Mus.M., Five Towns College
Certified Instructor for the Technology Institute for Music
Education (TI:ME) - Computer Assisted Instruction, Music
Notation, Sequencing, Multi-Media, and Administration.
MAURY YESTON, Distinguished Visiting Professor,
Music
B.A., M.A., Clare College, Cambridge
B.A.,Yale University
M.A., Yale University
Ph.D., Yale University
Composer/Lyricist – Concert: An American Cantata: 2000
Voices; for Orchestra, Double Mixed Choir, Boys Choir and
Gospel Chorus (Kennedy Center Commission, National
Symphony, L. Slatkin Conductor). December Songs – A Song
Cycle (Carnegie Hall Centennial Commission). Concerto
For Cello and Orchestra (Yo Yo Ma Soloist, Gilbert Levine
Conductor); Broadway: Nine 2003 Broadway Revival (Tony
Award, Best Revival of a Musical, Grammy Nomination),
Titanic (Tony Award: Best Score, Best Musical, Grammy
Nomination). Nine (Tony Award: Best Score, Best Musical;
Two Drama Desk Awards – Music and Lyrics; Grammy
Nomination, Olivier Award Nomination). Grand Hotel with
Wright & Forrest (Tony and Drama Desk Nominations).
Major Instrument/Voice Faculty
Private Instruction is provided by the music faculty listed
below and in the preceding pages.
STEVE BRIODY, Guitar
Mus. B.,SUNY Potsdam
M.M., Five Towns College
Professional guitarist/composer. Guitar Lesson columnist
for Guitar Player Magazine in 2009. Performances and
recordings with Jeff Lorber, Eric Marienthal, Greg Adams,
Mario Cruz, Don Grusin, Dave Valentin, Carl Fischer, Bucky
Pizzarelli, Funk Filharmonik, Kevin Covais, Randy Brecker,
Bernard Purdie, Bill Heller, Paula Atherton, and Sean Grace.
Styles range from jazz to latin, funk, pop, and top 40.
CHASEY DEAN, Woodwinds
B.S., Hofstra University
M.A., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Woodwind soloist and studio recording artist. Member of
the Charlie Barnet, Elliot Lawrence and Pete Rugulo bands
with Peggy Lee and Billy Eckstine. Performed with the
Xavier Cugat orchestra and Abbe Lane. Four years with the
Copacabana show band and Broadway theatre orchestras for
productions such as Fiddler On The Roof with Carol Burnett.
Featured soloist at the Birdland Jazz Club in Manhattan.
PETER DeSALVO, Percussion
B.M., SUNY Potsdam
M.S., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Professional credits include performances with Aaron Cop-
land, Clark Terry, Milt Hinton, Marion McPartland, Petepr
Eldridge, Darmon Meader, Hilary Cole, Ann Hampton Cal-
laway, Gerry Niewood, and Ray Anderson.
JOHN DEWITT, Bass
Coordinator of Bass Studies
M.M.E., Cornell University
Diploma, Mannes College of Music; M.A., Queens College
Performances with the Sound Symphony, Nassau Symphony,
The New Orchestra of Long Island, I Solisti da Camera, and
Lyra Chamber Players. New Music with Lothlorien, with
performances on National Public Radio. Pit orchestras, Radio
City and Broadway shows. Extensive jazz and popular music
performance experience. Concert and festival performances
with David Amram. Author, Rhythmic Figures for Bassists,
Volumes I and II, Everyone Plays the Classics, and Scale
Studies for the Jazz Bassist.
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PENELOPE GROVER, Voice JOHN KELLY, Guitar
B.M., Boston University School for the Arts Mus.B., Five Towns College
Lyrical Soprano. Co-Founder and performer of “A small Professional guitar and mandolin performer and recipient of
company in America” theatre in residence at New York the Tony Mottola Award.
Institute at SUNY Old Westbury. Thirty years of private
instruction experience. LILLIAN LaBARBARA, Voice
B.M., Manhattanville College
ARNIE GRUBER, Voice M.S., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
B.S., CUNY Queens College
Professional pianist, choral director, accompanist and vocal
coach. Former director of chorus at Northport High School,
Professional pianist and vocalist. Swing Band Leader with
Northport, NY. Director of choir at Our Lady Queen of
more than ten years' experience with Hank Lane Music.
Martyrs Church, Centerport, NY.
Regional appearances include The Rainbow Room and
the Dix Hills Performing Arts Center. Additional graduate
studies at Queens and New York University. MICHELLE LAPORTE, Flute
Coordinator of Woodwind Studies
HEIDI HEPLER-RAMO, Voice B.A., SUNY at Stony Brook
A.A., Schoolcraft College M.A., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Featured performer at the Festival Jazz di Roma (1990 - 94). Flute educator and performer. Flutist of the multi-award
Representative collaborations and festivals include Archie winning and guitar duo, Serenade and Miyazawa Performing
Schepp, Ornette Coleman, The Manhattan Transfer, Dizzy Artist. Concerts performances at Carnegie Hall and Merkin
Gillespie, Miles Davis, Pat Methany, James Moody, John Concert Hall. Member of the National Flute Association,
Faddis, Tower of Power and others. Representative perfor- New York Flute Club, Chamber Music America, and Long
mances include Bird Land, Iridium Jazz Club, Weill Recital Island Flute Club. Concert performances in Puerto Rico,
Hall at Carnegie Hall, and the Village Gate Jazz Club. Europe and the USA.
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AUDRA MORICCA, Voice
Cordinator of Vocal Studies
B.M., Mannes College of Music; M.A., Queens College
Extensive post graduate work with Steven Crawford, Richard
Crittenden, Joanna Levy, Leo Lozito, Gary Norden, Daniel
Ragone, and Elisabeth Vrenios. Audra's roles include Leonora
in both Il Trovatore and La Forza del Destino, Amelia in Un
Ballo in Maschera, and the title roles in Tosca and Ariadne auf
Naxos. Recent appearances include James Marvel's Marriage
of Figaro with North Arkansas Symphony Orchestra.
STEPHEN PAGANO, Associate Professor, Voice
A.A.S., Nassau County Community College
B.A., CUNY Queens College
M.A., Long Island University
Former director of the vocal program and musical
theatre productions at Freeport High School. He has
conducted vocal groups and performed at Carnegie Hall,
Shea Stadium, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Ellis Island, the United
States Military Academy at West Point, and the DisneyWorld
Choral Festival in Orlando, Florida.
Joseph Zawinaul of Weather Report fame speaking with
Dr. Judith Alstadter during a recent graduation ceremony.
TONY ROMANO, Guitar
Mus.B., Five Towns College
Versatile Jazz, Latin, and Pop guitarist. Professional credits
include Randy Brecker, Joel Frahm, Stanley Jordan, Anto-
nio Hart, Brit Woodman, Joe Bataan, Candido, Yomo Toro,
Debbie Gibson, Alex Gemignani, and the Broadway musical
It Ain't Nothin' But The Blues. Musical Director for vocalist
Mary Foster Conklin. Score Editor for Northeast Ohio Jazz
Society presentations.
HOLLY SICKINGER, Voice
Mus.B., Five Towns College
Spoleto (Italy) Vocal Arts Symposium. Representative oper-
atic credits include Princess Ida and HMS Pinaofre (Gilbert
& Sullivan Light Opera Company of L.I.), Iolanthe and The
Old Maid and the Thief (A Small Company In America).
WILL SPRAGUE, Trombone
Mus.B., SUNY Fredonia
M.M., SUNY Stony Brook
Certified music educator with more than 30 years' experi-
ence with the Sayville UFSD. Member: SCEMEA, NYS-
SMA, and Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society. Recipient of
SUNY Fredonia President's Scholar Award and Performer's
Certificate for Excellence in Applied Music.

Legendary Music Producer Phil Ramone, College President Stanley Cohen, Distinguished
Artist-in-Residence, Ervin Drake and Mrs. Edith Drake
at a recent Songwriters Hall of Fame Dinner.
VALERIE SULZINSKI, Woodwinds
B.F.A., SUNY Purchase
Professional credits include Atlantic Wind Symphony,
the Garden City Cathedral Orchestra, Long Island Gilbert
& Sullivan Light Opera Theatre Company, Manhattan
Chamber Orchestra, Nassau Symphony Orchestra, Queens
Philharmonia, and St. Martins Symphony Orchestra.
CHRISTOPHER TIBALDI, Percussion
B.A., Hofstra University
Additional studies at Five Towns College and Berklee
College of Music. Endorser for GMS Drum Company,
Rhythm Tech Percussion, and HQ Percussion. Endorser
and Clinician for Sabian Cymbals and Vic Firth. Session
Experience for Deep Wave, Killingsworth, Sabella, and
Cove City Studios.
BILL TROIANO, Tuba
B.M., SUNY Ferdonia; M.M., University of Rochester
Professional credits include performances at Carnegie
Hall and at the Mozart Festival (VT) with Harvey Phillips.
Former member of the Guy Lombardo Orchestra. Member
of the Atlantic Wind Symphony, the Old Bethpage Village
Restoration Brass Band, and the Long Island Tuba Quartet.
Member of the Suffolk County Music Educators Association
(SCMEA) Executive Board.
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FRANK VERBSKY, Cello, Violin
B.A, Queens College; M.A., Hofstra University
Concert artist and educator. Recent concerts with Five
Towns College Chamber Society, Island Senior String
Orchestra, and Queens Festival Orchestra. Membership
includes Local 802 musicians' union, NYSSMA, LISTA,
American Symphony Orchestra League, and the Conduc-
tor’s Guild of America.
MARK VERDINO, Electric and Acoustic String Bass
B.M., SUNY Potsdam
M.M., Manhattan School of Music
Award winner at the 1999 Notre Dame Jazz Festival, perfor-
mances at the Gateway Playhouse in Bellport and Theatre
Three in Port Jefferson. Studied with Harvie Swartz and
Dave Liebman.
DEANA VERONE, Voice
B.A., Molloy College
M.A., Long Island University: C.W. Post College
Professional credits include vocal performances with the
Concert Pops of Long Island and the Boca Pops (Boca
Raton, FLorida). NYSSMA Adjudicator. New York State
Professional Music Education Certification for grades
K-12. Yamaha MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)
Keyboard Clinician.
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PRIVATE INSTRUCTION FACULTY

BRASS VOCAL STRING
Greg Bobulinski, Trumpet* Melanie Birnbaum, Soprano Matthew Pierce, Violin*
Will Sprague, Trombone Kita DeSesa, Soprano Frank Verbsky, Cello, Violin
Bill Troiano, Tuba Kenneth Friese, Baritone PIANO
PERCUSSION Wayne Grimmer, Tenor Scott Ballin
Bryan Carrott* Penelope Grover, Soprano Robert Hinz
Azande Cummings Jill Miller
Arnie Gruber, Baritone
Peter DeSalvo Chuck Mymit
LaTanya Hall, Mezzo-soprano
Christopher Tibaldi Hosun Moon*
Heidi Hepler-Ramo, Soprano
Arthur Romeo
WOODWIND Kelly Horsted, Tenor
Yuki Yamaguchi
Kenneth Cook, Saxophone, Oboe Lillian LaBarbara. Soprano
GUITAR
Chasey Dean, Saxophone, Clarinet Jeffrey Lipton, Baritone Steve Briody
Michelle LaPorte, Flute* Audra Moricca, Soprano* David Doig
Demetrius Spaneas, Saxophone Stephen Pagano, Tenor Steven Gleason
Valerie Sulzinski, Clarinet, Oboe Holly Sickinger, Soprano John Kelly
BASS Deana Verone, Soprano Peter Rogine*
John DeWitt* Lynnen Yakes, Mezzo-soprano Tony Romano
Mark Verdino Gerry Saulter**
* Coordinator ** Director

Professor Ken Friese with students at a recent choral event.

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APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE ADMISSIONS

FIVE TOWNS FOR OFFICE USE ONLY

Application Fee

COLLEGE Transcript Requested

Transcript Received
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Dix Hills, New York 11746-5871 Decision Sent
Tel: (631) 656-2110
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Fax: (631) 656-2172
Email: admissions@ftc.edu Tuition Deposit

PERSONAL INFORMATION Please enclose the $50 fee with this application.

Please indicate the semester and year you plan to attend: € Fall € Spring € Summer Year _______

Name Male Female

Last First Middle

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Permanent Address
Number and Street - Apt. Town State Zip
Mailing Address (if different than above)
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Indicate your citizenship:

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€ Native American or Eskimo € Black or African American € Asian or Pacific Islander

€ White Caucasian (Non-Hispanic) € Hispanic, Latino €
First language, if other than English: Language spoken at home:

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Certification Status: € None € Provisional / Initial € Professional / Permanent

Applicants for an Education Masters Degree must present proof of their NYS Certification.
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EDUCATIONAL PLANS (Please check your intended program of study.)

JAZZ COMMERCIAL MUSIC (M.M.) MUSIC EDUCATION (M.M.)
Concentrations
Performance DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS (D.M.A.)
Composition/Arranging Programs
Music History Performance
Music Technology Composition and Arranging
Music History and Literature
CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (M.S. in Education) Education
€ Matriculated € Special Student Please indicate your Instrument/Voice
An interview and audition are required of all D.M.A. applicants.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND
Please list all colleges or universities attended since the completion of high school.
Institution (full name) Attendance Dates Major Field Degree & Date
UNDERGRAD
GRAD

Forward official transcripts of all previous college work, both undergraduate and graduate, to the Graduate Admissions
Office. A final transcript from a four-year college or university showing that a baccalaureate degree has been awarded must
be received together with one letter of recommendation before the applicant can be accepted as a candidate for a masters
degree. An appropriate masters degree is required for admission to doctoral study. Additional Information forms will be
mailed to applicants for doctoral study after receipt of official transcripts.
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Please provide a personal statement regarding your goals, values or accomplishments. Briefly describe any distinctions or honors you
have achieved. You may also submit an audition video and/or audio tape, which reflects your talents and abilities (tapes will not be
returned). If you need more space, you may attach additional pages.

I certify that all information provided is accurate and complete. If I attend Five Towns College, I authorize the College to release
information about my college work to any former school that I have attended, if requested. I further understand that Five Towns
College reserves the right to amend or rescind any offer of admission, if I have withheld or falsified any information.
I also certify that I have read the College Catalog and agree to abide by the regulations contained therein, including payment of all fees,
tuition, and other charges as they become due. The required non-refundable application fee is enclosed.
Signature of Applicant Date
The College complies fully with the provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972 and does not discriminate on the
basis of sex, age, race, nationality, religion, physical handicap, or marital status in its education programs or activities. Any grievance
relating to this policy may be presented to the College's Affirmative Action Officer.
Five Towns College is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) and the New York State Board of Regents.
Education programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
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Academic Calendar 2010-2011

FALL SEMESTER 2010 SPRING SEMESTER 2011
MARCH 15– APRIL 9 Monday-Friday NOVEMBER 1–30 Monday-Tuesday
Registration Registration
APRIL 12-JULY 30 Monday-Friday DECEMBER 1–JANUARY 7 Wednesday-Friday
Late Registration Late Registration
AUGUST 23 Monday JANUARY 24 Monday
Residence Halls Open – New Students Residence Halls Open – All Students
New Student Orientation – 9:00 a.m.
AUGUST 24, 25 Tuesday, Wednesday
JANUARY 25 Tuesday
Orientation – New Students
Classes Begin
AUGUST 25 Wednesday
JANUARY 31 Monday
Residence Halls Open – Continuing Students Last Day for Program Changes and
AUGUST 26 Thursday Application for May Graduation
Classes Begin FEBRUARY 21 Monday
SEPTEMBER 3 Friday Presidents Day – No Classes
Last Day for Program Changes and MARCH 22 Tuesday
Application for December Graduation Faculty Development Days – No Classes
SEPTEMBER 6 Monday Long Island Media Arts Show
Labor Day – No Classes MARCH 25 Friday
SEPTEMBER 9 Thursday Residence Halls Close
Rosh Hashanah – No Classes MARCH 26-APRIL 3 Saturday-Sunday
SEPTEMBER 18 Saturday Spring Recess – No Classes
Yom Kippur – No Classes APRIL 3 Sunday
OCTOBER 11 Monday Residence Halls Reopen
APRIL 8 Friday
Columbus Day – Classes in Session
Last Day to Remove “Incomplete” Grades
NOVEMBER 2 Tuesday
MAY 11 Wednesday
Election Day – Classes in Session
Last Day to Withdraw from Classes with a Grade of “W”
NOVEMBER 5 Friday MAY 12–17 Thursday-Tuesday
Last Day to Remove “Incomplete” Grades Final Examinations
NOVEMBER 11 Thursday MAY 18 Wednesday
Veterans’ Day – No Classes Graduation Rehearsal 10 AM
NOVEMBER 23 Tuesday Spring Picnic 12 Noon
Residence Halls Close Residence Halls Close – Except Graduates
NOVEMBER 24-28 Wednesday-Sunday MAY 21 Saturday
Thanksgiving Recess – No Classes 37th Annual Commencement Exercises, 9:30 AM
NOVEMBER 28 Sunday Residence Halls Close – Graduates
Residence Halls Reopen MAY 30 Monday
DECEMBER 15 Wednesday Memorial Day – No Classes
Last Day to Withdraw from Classes with Grade of “W” JULY 4 Monday
DECEMBER 16-21 Thursday-Tuesday Independence Day Observed
Final Examinations SUMMER SESSIONS 2011
December 22 Wednesday
Undergraduate:
Residence Halls Close Session 1 U1 MAY 24 - JUNE 10 Tuesday- Friday
Session 2 U2 JUNE 14 - JULY 1 Tuesday-Friday
JANUARY INTERSESSION 2011
Session 3 U3 JULY 5 - 22 Tuesday-Friday
JANUARY 3-23 Monday - Sunday Graduate:
JANUARY 17 Monday Session 1 G1 JULY 5 - 22 Tuesday-Friday
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day – No Classes Session 2 G2 JULY 26 - AUGUST 12 Tuesday-Friday
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LOCATION OF THE COLLEGE

The College is located in Dix Hills, Long Island, on the North Service Road of the Long Island Expressway (Route 495)
between Exits 50 Bagatelle Road and 51 Deer Park Avenue.
DIRECTIONS TO THE COLLEGE
AUTOMOBILE
From the East
Long Island Expressway (Rte. 495) to Exit 51 Deer Park Avenue (Rte. 231). Continue west on the North Service Road for
1.5 miles to Burr's Lane. Turn right and proceed to College entrance on right.
From the West
Long Island Expressway (Rt. 495) to Exit 50 Bagatelle Road. Turn left onto Bagatelle Road and right at Half Hollow Road.
Proceed to College entrance on right.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
Long Island Railroad to the Babylon Station. Suffolk County Bus S-23 from the Babylon Station or Walt Whitman Mall on
Route 110 to the College. The following buses connect with the S-23 Bus:
Walt Whitman Mall Babylon L.I.R.R.
S-1, S-54, N79, H-4, H-9 S-20, 25, 27, 29, 40, 42, N19, N72
For public bus information, call the Suffolk County Transit Information Service at (631) 852-5200. For Nassau County bus
information, call the Metropolitan Suburban Bus Authority at (516) 766-6722.