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shortandsilly · Post by **shortandsilly** » Sun Dec 17, 2006 2:59 pm

I am only a sophomore in highschool so I have a little while to decide but I can't figure out where I want to go. I am positive music is what I want to do with my life..I want to play in group for the rest of my life. I have always thought being a symphonist would be perfect..a broadway symphonist rather. I don't know if that is a real career choice but it sounded pretty good to me. Anyway, I am thinking I want to go some place near Chicago or some big city in the states. I want to go to a school that is challenging but realistic. I think I want to minor in two things..possibly foreign languages, psychology, foreign studies, foreign cultures, or a number of things really. I am thinking a university. I don't know..I had been looking at Chicago State University and found out that wasn't a "good" college of music (no offense to anyone just in case it is), then I was looking at University OF Chicago lol and got told that was no good too (no offense again)..and I have been looking at Depaul..and even getting informative letters from them. Northwestern University and Roosevelt University were both recommended to me..but I don't know. Depaul seems impossible to get into and I haven't seen much on Northwestern. I don't know my EXACT gpa yet and won't until spring but I do know it's an A average at least..and I am in five clubs. Anyway, now I am rambling..if anyone has any ideas of good colleges or anything let me know..or if you attend a college with a good music program tell me a little about it. Any help would be appreciated.

fluteguy18 · Post by **fluteguy18** » Mon Dec 18, 2006 10:35 am

I would suggest looking at the music schools [ or universities with music programs] in your state first. Then start branching out from there. But, if you want any advice about music schools in KY [ yes we DO wear shoes

] I will give you my OPINION. Someone might have a different opinion though.

University of Kentucky [ In the basketball word they are known as UK]. Good program, but it is HUGE! So, I dont think there is enough individual attention. The professor there is Gordon Cole, and he is the only flute professor. But, he has stopped playing, so the quality of his instruction could become questionable.

Northern Kentucky University. From what I here it is a pretty good music school, particularly because it is really close the the Cincinatti Conservatory of Music [CCM].

Eastern Kentucky University-- This is where I go. Professor Kean is a good flutist, and a good teacher. She is really young so she will be around for a while. The music department here is small enought that there is still a really good student:teacher ratio, but yet large enough to have TONS of ensemble oppuritunites {Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Woodwind quintets, Marching band, flute choirs etc. etc.] The faculty isn't as formal here as the rest of the schools around. Some professors have you call them by their first name [ actually quite a lot do].

Morehead State University: Very small music program, however a very good one. Dr. Pritchard [ the flute professor] is retireing next year, so I dont know who will replace him.

On a nation size scale, look into the conservatories [ wouldnt hurt to try would it?

] like Eastman, Juillard, Boston, Cincinatti, Peabody, etc. etc.

If you want any more info about KY schools, I would be glad to help you out. If you dont, I am by no means offended. Just keep in mind, that you can get your undergrad about anywhere, but it is where you polish everything off [graduate or doctorate degree] that really helps.

shortandsilly · Post by **shortandsilly** » Sun Dec 24, 2006 1:12 pm

fluteguy18 wrote:I would suggest looking at the music schools [ or universities with music programs] in your state first. Then start branching out from there. But, if you want any advice about music schools in KY [ yes we DO wear shoes ] I will give you my OPINION. Someone might have a different opinion though.

University of Kentucky [ In the basketball word they are known as UK]. Good program, but it is HUGE! So, I dont think there is enough individual attention. The professor there is Gordon Cole, and he is the only flute professor. But, he has stopped playing, so the quality of his instruction could become questionable.

Northern Kentucky University. From what I here it is a pretty good music school, particularly because it is really close the the Cincinatti Conservatory of Music [CCM].

Eastern Kentucky University-- This is where I go. Professor Kean is a good flutist, and a good teacher. She is really young so she will be around for a while. The music department here is small enought that there is still a really good student:teacher ratio, but yet large enough to have TONS of ensemble oppuritunites {Orchestra, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Woodwind quintets, Marching band, flute choirs etc. etc.] The faculty isn't as formal here as the rest of the schools around. Some professors have you call them by their first name [ actually quite a lot do].

Morehead State University: Very small music program, however a very good one. Dr. Pritchard [ the flute professor] is retireing next year, so I dont know who will replace him.

On a nation size scale, look into the conservatories [ wouldnt hurt to try would it? ] like Eastman, Juillard, Boston, Cincinatti, Peabody, etc. etc.

If you want any more info about KY schools, I would be glad to help you out. If you dont, I am by no means offended. Just keep in mind, that you can get your undergrad about anywhere, but it is where you polish everything off [graduate or doctorate degree] that really helps.

hey, thnks for the help. there are sooo many options, i am soo confused.

MeLizzard · Post by **MeLizzard** » Tue Dec 26, 2006 5:30 pm

Where do you live, S&S? This might help people give you useful suggestions. My husband's from Chicago, and attended U of C (chemistry) and Northwestern (MD), playing 'cello all the while. From his descriptions, U of C doesn't sound like a music-major kind of school at all. Northwestern should be good, with a reputable faculty. A couple of friends from college did graduate degrees at Depaul, but I don't know much about it. How about Indiana University? Ohio State (also huge!)? Francesca Arnone just started teaching at West Virginia University, and is getting rave reviews. Yes, we, also, wear shoes! You'll have to do some research about each college, its flute prof, and other elements of its music school. What sort of environment are you seeking? A few years in a large city will offer much different off-campus activity than a small-town or rural campus experience. A big music school, or smaller and more intimate? What ensemble opportunites are available? Are the main ensembles always full of seniors and grads, so you'll get very little playing time? What is your playing ability and what is your goal? Some schools are great music ed schools, but lousy for performance, or vice versa. Are you and the flute professor educationally compatible? You'll have to work closely with this person for 4 (or even 5!) years. Do you want to have a double degree in another field, or a minor? The school's offerings in that area will be a consideration, too. It's good you're thinking ahead! Good luck!