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2016-2017 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Department of Music


Chair: Clifton L. Ganus III, D.M.A.

Distinguished Professor:

Jeffrey T. Hopper, Ph.D.

Professors:

Scott Carrell, D.M.A.
     Director of Piano Studies
J. Warren Casey, Ph.D.
     Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities
Clifton L. Ganus III, D.M.A.
     Director of Choral Activities

Associate Professors:

Cynthia T. Carrell, D.M.A.
Michael Chance, D.M.A.
     Director of Instrumental Activities
Andrew Cook, D.M.A.
     Coordinator of Music Education
Kelly Neill, D.M.A.
     Director of Concert Choir, Chamber Singers, and Vocal Activities
Wesley Parker, D.M.
      Director of Athletic Bands

Assistant Professors:

Laura Eads, M.M.
Charles V. Hicks, M.S.E.
     Director of Belles & Beaux and Good News Singers
Lisbeth Jones, M.M.
Jay Walls, Ph.D.

Instructors:

*Susan Shirel, M.A.

* On Academic Leave

The mission of the Department of Music is to provide a quality education in music within a Christian environment.

Departmental goals are to:

  1. Prepare students for teaching careers and graduate study in music;
  2. Provide applied instruction and performance opportunities;
  3. Provide for the University community the enrichment afforded by musical experiences from a variety of styles and genres; and
  4. Prepare students for a well-rounded life in which professional music careers and Christian ethics are integrated.

Programs

    Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of MusicBachelor of Music EducationNon-Degree