Augustana Symphonic Band to celebrate 150 years in November
The Augustana Symphonic Band (formerly the Augustana Concert Band) will celebrate its 150th anniversary during a weekend-long celebration Nov. 22-24, 2024.
2024-25 catalog
GAIL BALDWIN, Part-time Instructor, Piano and Choral Accompanist
B.A., Saint Ambrose; M.S., Wisconsin-Platteville
SULINA BAEK, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Flute
B.M., Illinois; M.M., Mannes; D.M.A., Hartford
JACOB BANCKS, Associate Professor and Co-Chair, Composition, Musicianship
B.M., Wheaton; M.M., Eastman; Ph.D., Chicago
SUNMIN CHA, Part-time Assistant Professor, Voice
B.M., Hanyang; M.M., Lamar; D.M.A., Nebraska
JAEHYUK CHOI, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Voice
B.M., Hanyang; M.M., Lamar; D.M.A., Nebraska
GARY CICCOTELLI, Part-time Instructor, Drum Set
B.M.E., Augustana
MICHELLE CROUCH, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Voice
B.Ch.M., Prairie; B.M., M.M., Alberta; D.M.A., Iowa
DEBORAH DAKIN, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Viola
B.M., New School; M.M., SUNY–Binghamton; D.M.A., Iowa
SHEILA DOAK, Choral Accompanist
B.M., Northwestern
ROBERT ELFLINE, Professor, Piano
B.M., Illinois Wesleyan; M.M., Rice; D.M.A., Cincinnati
MARGARET ELLIS, Professional Faculty-Assistant Professor and Administrative Assistant, Musicianship, Trumpet
B.M., Augustana; M.M., Northwestern
DAWN FARMER, Associate Professor, Music Education, Coordinator of Music Education
B.M.E., Arizona; M.A., Maryland; Ph.D., Arizona State
LAUREL FILZEN ETZEL, Part-time Instructor, Horn
B.A., Western Illinois; M.M., Western Michigan
ERIN FREUND, Part-time Assistant Professor, Harp
B.M., Oberlin; M.M., D.M.A., Northwestern
HISHAM BRAVO GROOVER, Assistant Professor, Orchestra and Violin
B.A., Loyola; M.M., Western Kentucky; M.A., Iowa; Artist Diploma, University of Denver; D.M.A. (ABD), Minnesota
RANDALL HALL, Professor, Saxophone
B.S., Warner Pacific; M.M., New England; D.M.A., Eastman, Premier Prix-CNR Boulogne-Billancourt
JOHN W. HILDRETH, Gassman Family Professor of Music, Musicology, Ethnomusicology
B.A., Concordia (Fort Wayne); B.Mus., M.M., Roosevelt; Ph.D., Northwestern
BENJAMIN HOLMES, Part-time instructor, Augustana Concert Chorale
B.M.E., M.M.E., Illinois
MAUREEN HOLMES, Adjunct Instructor, Voice
B.M., Drake University; M.M., Westminster Choir
DONG YEOL HONG, Part-time Assistant Professor, Cello
B.M., Cleveland Institute; M.M., Indiana; D.M.A., Cincinnati
ERIN HOPKINS, Assistant Professor, Music Education
B.M., Michigan; M.Ed., Harvard; Ph.D., Case Western Reserve
JON HURTY, Henry Veld Professor of Music, Director of Choral Activities, Augustana Choir, Conducting
B.A., Bethany; M.A., California State–Northridge; D.M.A., Illinois
SONJA HURTY, Adjunct Instructor, Voice, Choral Tour Manager
B.A., Bethany; M.A., California State–Northridge
SAMANTHA KEEHN, Continuing Lecturer-Assistant Professor, Low Brass
B.M., Texas Tech; M.M., Baylor; D.M.A., Colorado
MATTHEW KOWALCZYK, Instructor, Bassoon
B.M.E., Illinois State; M.M., Arizona
CYNTHIA LAMBRECHT, Part-time Instructor, Oboe
B.M., Illinois State; M.M., Indiana
JAMES LAMBRECHT, Professor, Co-Chair, Director of Bands, Augustana Symphonic Band, Trumpet, Conducting
B.M., Wisconsin–Whitewater; M.M., D.M., Indiana
JOEL LINSCHEID, Visiting Assistant Professor, Augustana Jazz Ensemble, Improvisation
B.A., Bethel; M.M., Colorado; D.M.A., New England
ELIZABETH MATERA, Part-time Assistant Professor, Clarinet, Instrumental Tour Manager
B.M.E., Iowa; M.M., D.M.A., Catholic
CHRISTOPHER NELSON, College Organist, Organ
B.A. Bethany College; M.S.M., Luther Seminary
TONY OLIVER, Continuing Lecturer-Associate Professor, Percussion, Concert Band
B.M., M.A., Iowa; D.M.A., Rutgers
RANDY POBANZ, Part-time Instructor, Guitar
B.A., M.M., Southern Illinois
SANGEETHA RAYAPATI, Professor, Voice
B.M., Valparaiso; M.M., D.M.A., Minnesota
CHARLES SCHMIDT, Continuing Lecturer-Assistant Professor, Piano, Class Piano, Musicianship
B.A., M.M., Missouri-Kansas City; D.M.A., Michigan State
AMANDA SHERRILL, Professional Faculty- Assistant Professor, Staff Accompanist, Piano
B.M., Stetson; M.M., D.M.A., Arizona State
RACHEL VICKERS, Part-time Instructor, Voice
B.M., Wartburg; M.M., Minnesota
MIKE WHITE, Part-time Assistant Professor, Double Bass
B.M., Illinois State; M.A., D.M.A., Iowa
MICHAEL ZEMEK, Professor, Music Education, Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble
B.M., Gustavus Adolphus; M.M., St. Cloud; Ed.D., Illinois
See Music Department Handbook for specific requirements.
Students are not permitted to double major in more than one music major. Therefore, students desiring to emphasize more than one music program are encouraged to choose one major and opt for one of the music minors (i.e. Minor in Composition, Minor in Jazz, or Minor in Performance)
MAJOR IN MUSIC. 44 credits, including 17 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in 300, 311, 312; 3 credits in 450, 451; 8 credits in one area of applied vocal or instrumental lessons; and 2 credits in applied piano or 4 credits in class piano. Ensemble requirements: eight terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Improvisation, Recital Attendance, Applied Lesson Level Attainment, and Piano Proficiency.
PRE-MUSIC THERAPY (advising track). Same requirements as Major in Music degree plus additional coursework including conducting (MUSC-360, MUSC-361), class voice (MUSC-103) or applied voice, applied guitar, Basic Instrumental Techniques (EDMU-121), General Music Methods and Materials (EDMU 386), psychology courses (PSYC-100, PSYC-216, PSYC-220, PSYC-240, PSYC-412), and Human Anatomy (BIOL-351). Augustana’s Pre-Music Therapy program prepares students for an equivalency or completion program in Music Therapy after graduation. For more detailed information, please consult the Music Department Handbook.
MINOR IN MUSIC. 21 credits, including 9 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L; 8 credits from 300, 302, 311, 312, 315, 316 or 317; and 4 credits in one area of applied vocal or instrumental lessons. Ensemble requirements: 4 terms participation. Non-credit requirement: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Recital Attendance.
MINOR IN JAZZ. 21 credits, including 9 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L; 4 credits in 317; 2 credits in 220; and 6 credits in applied jazz improvisation lessons. Ensemble requirements: 4 terms participation in Jazz Ensemble or Jazz Combo. Non-credit requirement: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Recital Attendance.
See Music Department Handbook for specific requirements
INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC. 62 credits, including 17 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in 300, 311, 312; 4 credits from 315, 316, 317 or 480; 2 credits in 363, 364; 4 credits in 360; 2 credits in 390, 490; 3 credits 450, 451; 14 credits in one area of applied instrumental lessons; and 2 credits in applied piano or 4 credits in class piano. Ensemble requirements: eight terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Improvisation, Recital Attendance and Piano Proficiency.
PIANO. 62 credits, including 17 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in 300, 311, 312; 4 credits from 315, 316, 317 or 480; 4 credits in 321, 322; 4 credits in 360; 2 credits in 390, 490; 3 credits 450, 451; 14 credits in applied piano lessons; and 2 credits in minor applied vocal or instrumental lessons. Ensemble requirements: eight terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Improvisation, Recital Attendance and Piano Proficiency.
VOICE. 64 credits, including 17 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in 300, 311, 312; 4 credits from 315, 316, 317 or 480; 4 credits in 323, 325; 4 credits in 360; 2 credits in 390, 490; 3 credits 450, 451; 14 credits in applied voice lessons; and 2 credits in applied piano or 4 credits in class piano. Ensemble requirements: eight terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Improvisation, Recital Attendance and Piano Proficiency.
MINOR IN PERFORMANCE. 26 credits, including 9 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L; 4 credits from 300, 311, 312, 315, 316, or 317; 12 credits in one area of applied vocal or instrumental lessons; 1 credit 490. Ensemble requirements: 4 terms participation. Non-credit requirement: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Recital Attendance.
See Music Department Handbook for specific requirements
MAJOR IN COMPOSITION. 67 credits, including 17 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in 300, 311, 312; 6 credits in 225, 320, 330; 4 credits in 360; 1 credit in 490; 3 credits 450, 451; 12 credits in applied composition lessons; 5 credits in one area of applied vocal or instrumental lessons; 1 credit of applied electronic music lessons; and 2 credits in applied piano or 4 credits in class piano;. Ensemble requirements: eight terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Improvisation, Recital Attendance, Applied Lesson Level Attainment, and Piano Proficiency.
MINOR IN COMPOSITION. 25 credits, including 9 credits in 110, 111, 112/112L; 4 credits from 312; 6 credits in 225, 320, 330; and 6 credits in applied composition lessons. Ensemble requirements: 4 terms participation. Non-credit requirement: Applied Lesson Level Attainment, Recital Attendance.
Music students who successfully complete the music education degree and meet Illinois State requirements will be recommended for a Professional Educator License endorsed in K-12 music.
See Department of Education and the Department of Music Handbook for specific requirements.
CONCENTRATION IN VOCAL MUSIC EDUCATION. 92 credits, including 17 credits in MUSC 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in MUSC 300, 311, 312; 8 credits in MUSC 360, 361; 7 credits of applied voice, and 2 credits in applied piano or 4 credits in class piano. Music education sequence includes 15 credits in EDMU 121, 250, 330, 386, 387; 4 credits in vocal methods MUSC 323, 325; and 25 professional education credits in EDUC 301, 340, 411, 422, 450 and INTR-EDA92 (Senior Inquiry met in EDUC 422, 450, and INTR-EDA92). Ensemble requirement: seven terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Improvisation, Recital Attendance, Applied Lesson Level Attainment, and Piano Proficiency. Supporting courses required for licensure include psychology.
CONCENTRATION IN INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC EDUCATION. 92 credits, including 17 credits in MUSC 110, 111, 112/112L, 211/211L, 212/212L; 12 credits in MUSC 300, 311, 312; 8 credits in MUSC 360, 361; 7 credits in one area of applied instrumental lessons, and 2 credits in applied piano or 4 credits in class piano. Music education sequence includes 19 credits in EDMU 120, 250, 330, 386, 387; 4 credits in instrumental methods chosen from EDMU 272, 273, 274, 275 (required for orchestra majors), 276; and 25 professional education credits in EDUC 301, 340, 411, 422, 450 and INTR-EDA92 (Senior Inquiry met in EDUC 422, 450, and INTR-EDA92). Ensemble requirement: seven terms participation. Non-credit requirements: Improvisation, Recital Attendance, Applied Lesson Level Attainment, and Piano Proficiency. Supporting courses required for licensure include psychology.
Music Education Major Extended Credit Program
To meet state licensure standards, Augustana students pursuing a major in an education field are eligible to participate in an annual extended credit program.
All Augustana students are allowed to take up to 34 credits each academic year under the Augustana tuition plan. Students who enroll in an education major are allowed to enroll in an additional four credits per year (38 total) with full time tuition with full time enrollment for two semesters (J-term credits included in tuition and J-term credits count toward the 38 for the year).
To participate in this program, students must:
Credits must be used within an academic year and do not roll over year to year. Students who exceed 38 credits, will be responsible for the associated overload fees. [Schedule of Student Charges] Students who do not meet the above criteria each year do not qualify for the additional credits.
Grade Point Average Notation: All courses listed in the catalog as required courses for any major and/or minor, including those courses outside of the department or with a different subject coding, are considered part of the major and will count in the grade point average. Some departments may have additional grade requirements for the courses offered within their department. Recommended supporting courses that are optional and not required may also count in the major depending on the program. For more information see your department chair or the degree requirements for Bachelor of Arts and information on Majors/Minors.
Additional fees for lessons above and beyond tuition will be charged according to the lesson fees noted in the Schedule of Student Charges.Students may register for up to four credits of lessons; each credit equals one half-hour of instruction weekly.
Students may register for chamber ensembles for 0 or 1 credits.
Students may register for ensembles for 0 or 1 credits.
The Augustana Symphonic Band (formerly the Augustana Concert Band) will celebrate its 150th anniversary during a weekend-long celebration Nov. 22-24, 2024.
Pianist John Flannery '24 received a $2,500 award from the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) after performing his composition titled "My Body Turns Toward Thee Again" with vocalist Abriana Tereza '24 at the annual MTNA conference.
Grant Estes '21, commemorating Dr. Janina Ehrlich's 45 years of service at Augustana, premiered "The Quarrel Between Winter and Summer," composed by faculty member Dr. Jacob Bancks, on April 14.
The Augustana Chamber Orchestra will perform.
The Augustana Choir will perform, directed by Dr. Jon Hurty. The choir is known for its innovative programming, attention to detail, and musical excellence.