PENNSTATE Sehol of Muse Cote of Ars an Architecture aw sesan “he Pemsyvania Site Unvesiy Pan (14) 88-4745 23 Muse Baling April 9, 2008, Univesity Pas PA 1602-1901 To Whom It May Concern: Itis my pleasure to write in recommendation of Scott Barton. As an undergraduate, Scott sang in Chamber Singers under my direction and was also selected to be a choral inter and conductor of Cantante, a small women’s ensemble under my supervision. Asa graduate student in choral conducting, Scott was the assistant conductor of the Women’s Chorale of which I am the conductor. His preparation for rehearsals as a singer was excellent, as was his insightful and careful preparation for conducting and running a rehearsal. He is a wonderful musician and was very successful in all of these venues. Scott Barton is a bright, talented young man. He is committed to his study of music and strives to improve his musicianship and conducting at every tum. He accepts suggestions graciously and easily incorporates new ideas into his music making. His outlook on life is positive and he brings that enthusiasm and energy to his work with choral ensembles. ‘Scott has a good sense of humor and a warm Personality. These attributes, combined with his skills as a musician, conductor and knowledge of choral repertoire, bring great Tesults from the choirs he works with. I have seen him be successful with many choirs of different abilities. He has very high, yet reasonable, expectations for himself and his singers, and is dedicated to the concept of helping each individual become a comprehensive, thoughtful musician. Scott Barton will be an asset to any choir he conducts. He has the necessary tools, ‘musicianship and intelligence to make a mark on the world of great choral music. 1 recommend him highly and without reservation. Please contact me if you have further questions about Scott. T would be happy to speak at greater lengths on his behalf. Sincerely, ; -biypa PF Jayne P. Glocke Director, Penn State Women’s Chorale Director, Penn State Campus Choir Pennsylvania State University School of Music 201 Music Building University Park, PA 16802 Office: (814) 865-2487 Home: (814) 867-1919 ipg9@psu.edu College of the Arts and Architecture ‘An Ba Oppo ivy