Applied Music
FAQs
What is Applied Music?
Applied Music (MU 23 and MU 90) is a one unit course offering private music lessons in piano, organ, voice, electric and acoustic guitar, and all band and orchestral instruments. Music styles include both classical and jazz. The program is offered during the Fall and Spring semesters.
Who is eligible?
El Camino College students, both full- and part-time, who are serious about improving their performance skills, have already reached at least an intermediate level of proficiency, and who have time to devote to the program are invited to audition for entrance. High school students (11th & 12th grades only) may audition for the program but must compete with college students for acceptance.
How do I get into the program?
Prospective students should schedule an audition appointment in the Fine Arts Division Office (MUS, Room 101). Auditions are held each semester on Saturday before the first week of instruction only. For the audition, you should prepare a brief musical composition that demonstrates your musicianship and technical achievement. A letter of recommendation from a teacher who is familiar with your musical ability is required. Click for more information regarding the audition.
Who are the Applied Music private instructors?
Experienced, certificated, full-time and adjunct faculty members are part of the 35 plus member staff. The teachers are also professional performers. Click to see the list of Applied Faculty.
What are the requirements of the program?
In addition to a weekly private lesson (provided at no additional tuition) you must practice on campus six (6) hours every week, participate in a weekly recital class (MU 23 or MU 90), and be a member of a large performance ensemble class at El Camino College. You will also be required to attend three (3) professional music performances at ECC and in the community.
What do I do after I'm accepted into the program?
- Attend the first class meeting of Applied Music in order to hear explanations of the program and class procedures and obtain an add slip. In class you will receive instruction about:
- how to arrange and fulfill practice hours
- how to choose and contract a private teacher
- what events are available at ECC to meet the concert attendance requirements
- how to contact the class accompanist
- the class performance schedule
- reading and/or other assignments
- Register for MU 23. Three different sections are offered:
- Tuesday 2:00-3:01 pm
- Tuesday 5:45-6:46 pm
- Thursday 1:00-2:01 pm
- Register for a large ensemble class. Attend the first rehearsal of the semester and obtain an add slip from the instructor. You will not be able to complete the Applied Music registration process until you add the performance ensemble.
- Instrumentalists choose from:
MU 64 Symphonic Band, MU 65 College Community Band, MU 67 Dance Band, MU 68 Jazz Band, MU 70 Symphony Orchestra, MU 71 Chamber Orchestra
- Vocalists choose from:
MU 52 Concert Choir, MU 53 Chorale, MU 55 Community Chorus, MU 57 Women's Chorus
- Pianists and guitarists:
You may choose from any of the above, but the instrumental group acceptance may be limited.
- Obtain an ECC Student ID/Swipe card.
- Your responsibility for practice hours and ensemble participation begins during the first week of instruction. In addition to logging in and out of the Time Keeper computer program in the Music Library, you should keep your own written log of the hours you practice in the ECC practice rooms.
How long can one continue in the program?
Students may remain in the class (MU 23) for four (4) semesters. Continued enrollment from semester to semester is contingent upon meeting all the requirements: that is -
- keep practice hours up to date (6 hours per week, every week)
- prepare lessons and be punctual
- perform in class when scheduled
- participate loyally and cheerfully in a large ensemble
- attend required concert events
Students not meeting all the requirements will have a low grade. D or F students must withdraw from the program for a complete semester and then have to re-audition to be reconsidered for the program.
What is MU 90?
MU 90 is reserved for Music Majors who remain at El Camino College a limited amount of time before transfer. Students who have successfully completed four (4) semesters of MU 23 are eligible for advanced study in MU 90.
What will I gain from being in the program?
This program is equivalent to a large scholarship. Lessons, coaching, class accompanist services, are all included, as well as free practice space with a piano and access to the many resources of the ECC Music Library. The program offers a great opportunity to develop artistic talent and to network with other serious music students. Performance and audition skills are sharpened so one learns to present oneself in a very positive light. You will be better able to compete with other students currently attending music schools and universities. You will be joining a tradition of work toward real success. Enrollment is limited. This chance should be used wisely and with dedication.
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Contact Person:
Dr. Dane Teter
Marsee Aud. Rm 129
(310) 660-3593 x3732
dteter@elcamino.edu
AUDITIONS
Auditions are held 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on the Saturday preceding the first week of instruction for the Fall and Spring semesters. For the audition, you should prepare a brief musical composition (no more than five minutes) that demonstrates your musicianship and technical achievement. Sign ups for an audition time are located in the Fine Arts Division Office (MUSI, Room 101) approximately two weeks before the semester begins. The audition is approximately 10 minutes in length.
At the audition:
• Perform a brief musical composition that showcases your musical talent in the area of Classical, Jazz, or Musical Theater.
• Bring a letter of recommendation from a teacher who is familiar with your musical ability and commitment.
• Bring a written statement addressing the musical goals and aspirations you hope to achieve through participation in the Applied Music Program and in the future.
• Bring your sheet music. An accompanist will be provided.
• You may be asked to sightread and play or sing music excerpts and scales.
It is helpful at the time of your audition that you know which section of Mu 23 best fits your schedule. Class enrollment in each section is limited and being flexible with your availability is beneficial. Students accepted into the program will be notified in the evening on the day of auditions and will receive course materials and an add slip at the first class meeting.
Auditions for Spring 2010 Saturday, February 13th 9:00-5:00
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APPLIED MUSIC FACULTY
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MARIA JAQUE: M.M., B.M., USC. Specializing in solo flute and chamber music literature.
PATRICIA MAKI: M.M., USC. Specializing in orchestral and chamber music. Principal flutist with Downey, Marina, Culver City Symphonies and numerous other orchestras throughout Southern California. Studio musician, recording artist, chamber music specialist and contractor of ensembles and orchestras throught the greater Los Angeles area. She is the founder and coordinator of Campus Concerts, an education outreach program serving Southern California. A former of the El Camino College stduent, Ms. Maki returned to serve as coordinator of Applied Music at ECC. Her students have successfully transferred to major universities throughout the state and country, have been awarded many scholarships, and have gone on to become professional musicians and teachers.
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JAMES E. MACK: Northwestern University. CSULA, UCLA. Specializing in Classical and jazz. Professor Emeritus at ECC Instrumental Music. Principal Clarinet of the Carson Symphony. Directs the ECC Clarinet Choir (MU 76).
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ANN PATTERSON: D.M.A., USC, jazz studies (Spring 2009), M.M., North Texas, B.M., Univ. Illinois, oboe performance. Specializing in jazz, commercial, and classical saxophone, jazz flute, classical oboe, woodwind doubling, jazz improvisation. Leader of the highly acclaimed all-female big band Maiden Voyage, with major appearances at the Concord, Monterey, and Playboy Jazz Festivals, the Kennedy Center, and in Japan. A freelance saxophonist and woodwind player she has performed and/or recorded with Don Ellis, Buddy Colette, Jack Sheldon, Buddy Childers, Etta James, Lou Rawls, Melissa Manchester, The Temptations, Ray Charles, k d lang and many more. Teaches courses in jazz improv, commercial harmony, and jazz appreciation at ECC.
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DANE TETER: D.M.A., USC. M.A., B.A., CSU Chico. Specializing in woodwind pedagogy and Music Education. Performs and teaches Classical music, chamber music, and jazz on all woodwind instruments. Director of Instrumental Music and Coordinator of the Applied Music Program at El Camino College. Performed with the Santa Ana Symphony, Bellflower Symphony, Cypress Pops Orchestra, a myriad of chamber ensembles, and in numerous musical theatre pit orchestras throughout Southern California.
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WILLIAM E. DOYLE: D.M.A., USC, Music Education with a specialization in conducting. MA, New England Conservatory and University of Rhode Island in trumpet performance. While at USC he worked with the USC Wind Ensemble, New Music Ensemble, Community Orchestra, and the Pasadena Young Musicians Orchestra. Founder of the South Bay Youth Orchestra, Vienna Honor Orchestra, and the Ars Nova Sinfonia - ensembles that have toured Europe. Active as a composer, conductor and trumpet soloist. His students have conducted, performed and composed music for performances at ECC and in Europe. El Camino College Professor of Music History, World Cultures Music, and Music Appreciation.
JAMIE HOVORKA: M.A., University of North Texas. Specializing in jazz, commercial, and Classical trumpet. Performs with Paul ANka Band, Brian Setzer Orchestra, Ron King Big Band. Recorded over 50 CDs in genres such as jazz, rock, Latin, funk, blues and R&B. Clinician and guest artist at Fullerton College Jazz Festival, and Riverside College "Tribute to Maynard Ferguson. Substitute jazz teacher at Colburn School of the Performing Arts. www.jamiehovorka.com
GRANT HUNGERFORD: M.M., Manhattan School of Music, B.M., USC. Specializes in teaching all styles of music from Classical, to jazz, to commercial music. Recorded with John Lennon. Performs with the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Principal Trumpet with the Peninsula Symphony, The Downey Symphony, and the Burbank Symphony. Trumpet Professor at UCSB.
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ANNIE BOSLER: D.M.A., USC. Freelance musician. Specializing in orchestral and chamber music. Teaches at Colburn School.
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ROBERT COOMBER: M.M., Eastman School of Music, Performance and Literature Trombone. Specializing in trombone, euphonium, and tuba - Orchestral music to big band jazz. Former teaching assistant in Low Brass at Eastman. Member of New West Symphony, Downey Symphony, San Bernardino Symphony. Often performs with Long Beach Symphony, Desert Symphony, Cabrillo Music Theatre, Torrance Symphony, and Santa Barbara Symphony. Freelance musician in the LA area.
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DEAN KOBA: M.M., USC, jazz studies. BA, Northwestern University, percussion performance. Specializes in jazz drumming. Has performed with such jazz greats Benny Bailey, Bud Shank, the Clayton Brothers, Bill Cunliffe, Jeff Berlin, Gary Foster, Fareed Haque, Makoto Ozone, Roberta Gamborini, Jackie Ryan, and Tamir Hendelman among others. Currently freelances in the greater Los Angeles area and has specialized in jazz drum set instruction for 22 years. Also teaches percussion at LBCC.
JOSEPH D. MITCHELL: M.F.A. in performance UCLA, B.A., CSUN. Specializes in orchestral percussion instruments (snare drum, keyboard percussion, timpani) as well as drum set and Latin percussion. Member of the ECC faculty for more than 15 years. Active freelance performer in Southern California for over 30 years. Performs with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra, Pasadena Symphony, Pacific Symphony, Los Angeles Opera, California Philharmonic, and Carson Symphony. Many of his students have successfully transferred to accredited universities and gone on to become working professionals as performers or teachers.
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VIRGINIA FRAZIER: Juilliard. Specializing in Classical orchestral and chamber music. Freelance musician.
BETHANY MENNEMEYER: D.M.A., M.M.A., University of Michigan. Specializing in orchestral and chamber music from Baroque to contemporary. Also teaches electric violin and the rock and roll genre. Active freelance musician in Southern California. Performs with Santa Barbara Symphony, Opera Santa Barbara, Lake George Opera, and at the Grammy Awards. Featured as a soloist with Contemporary Directions Ensemble and at the 2004 International Humanities conference. While in Michigan she was on the faculty at the Ann Arbor School for the Performing Arts and performed with the Ann Arbor and Flint Symphonies.
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MANON ROBERTSHAW: M.M. Univ. Wisc., B.M. USC. Specializing in Classical, ensemble, chamber music. She has studied with renowned cellists Gabor Rejto (USC), Radu Aldulescu (Maastricht Conservatory, Holland), and Wolfgang Laufer (University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee). Ms. Robertshaw is the State president of the American String Teachers Association. She is a a member of Musicians Union Local #47, ASTA, MENC and MTAC, where she served on the State Board for four years. Her former students are now members of professional orchestra and string quartets. She has produced a CD for cello and Native American flutes, with flutist Tom Thompson. Ms. Robertshaw is on the faculty at UC Riverside and Loyola Marymount University.
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CHRISTOPH LUTY: M.M. USC, B.M. Univ. Utah. Specializing in jazz, pop, and classical string bass and electric bass. Presently tours and records witht he Jeff Hamilton Trio, and the Clayton/Hamilton Jazz Orchestra. Has Collaborated with artists including Oscar Peterson, Ray Brown, Diana Krall, Clark Terry, Dave Brubeck, James Moody, Shirley Horn, Michael Buble and Charles Aznavour. He may be heard on recordings with Milt Jackson, Diana Krall, John Pizzarelli and many more. Mr. Luty has performed nationally and internationally with Benny Green, Dena DeRose, Harry Allen, Warren Vache, Curtis Stigers, Bill Watrous, Jeff Clayton, Bill Cunliffe, Anthony Wilson, Howlett Smith, and many others.
NEIL STANNARD: DMA, MS Juilliard. Classical Double Bass. Performed with American Symphony Orchestra, Marlboro Festival Orchestra and principal bassist with Juilliard Orchestra. Performed with Leopold Stokowski, Eugene Ormandy, Pablo Casals and numerous others. Recorded with Columbia Records. Taught applied strings and piano at University of Texas, El Paso for 13 years. His students have madde careers performing in symphonic and jazz idioms or as teachers at both secondary and university levels.
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JOHN DEARMAN: Specializing in Classical. USC Outstanding Alumnus 1997; Founding member of the Grammy-winning LA Guitar Quartet. Director of the Guitar Program at UCSB.
MATT GREIF: B.M., M.M., USC. USC guitar program Outstanding Graduate (1989, 1992). Specializing in classical and jazz guitar. Member of the LA Guitar Quartet.
RICHARD HASTINGS: USC. Specializing in jazz, pop & Classical guitar.
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RHONDA DILLON: M.M., USC, Choral Conducting, B.M., USC, Voice. Specializing in application of Classical techniques to concert and theatre music. Also teaches at Cerritos College and the Stella Adler Institute. Member of SAG, AEA, NATS, and AGMA.Played in every company of Phantom of the Opera in the US. Her voice can be heard on several motion picture soundtracks. Her students are singing on Broadway and in major university programs.
BARBARA DYER: USC. Specializing in Classical and opera. Teaches at Loyola Marymount Univ.
RHONA KLINGHOFER: B.M., M.M., Juilliard School. (Invited by legendary, late, mezzo-soprano, Jennie Tourel) Teaches a variety of musical styles. Expert in body work for singers and teaching Singing-Yoga Workshops. Performed with The Philharmonia Virtuosi, Michigan Opera Theater, Opera Pacific, Lake George Opera, Opera Pacific, The N.Y. Shakespeare and Strafford Co. as well as musical theater venues and recitals in the US and abroad. Her Students have gone on to attend prestigious universities, win competitions and scholarships at the Metropolitan Opera, LA Opera, jazz, rock, and musical theater venues, and sing professionally.
VICKI MUTO: D.M.A., USC, vocal performance. Specializing in opera and musical theatre. As a soprano, she has received awards in vocal competitions such as McAllister Awards, Baltimore Opera, Liederkranz Competition and the Metropolitan Opera. She has performed leading roles opposite Richard Leech and Debra Voigt and sung operatic roles with the tri-Cities Opera in upstate New York. Her students have placed and won vocal competitions in Southern California and been awarded scholarships and professional engagements in Europe. She teaches private voice at ECC, USC, and Pasadena City College and directs the Opera Workshop at ECC.
HEDLEY NOSWORTHY: M.M., Post-Graduate, USC. B.M.SWheaton College. Full-time professor at ECC teaching all levels of voice classes. Specializing in opera, musical theatre, concert, recital, and folk idioms. Member of National Association of Teachers of Singing, where he has served as an officer and a judge of vocal competitions. His students have won international voice competitions throughtout the world and can be heard on Broadway, in major opera houses in the US and in Europe, and in commercial music. Author of successful voice text book "Simply Singing".
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JAMES HURD: D.M.A., USC. Specializing in church music, solo repertoire, and gospel music.
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DEBORAH AITKEN: M.A. CSUN, accompanying. B.M. USC, piano performance. Specializing in solo, concerto and chamber repertoire. Studied in Milan, Italy at the Verdi Conservatory, Rome, Italy at Santa Cecilia. In Paris she was awarded a grant to study French music. Performs internationally in solo and concerto music, and in collaboration. Eleven and Mu Phi Epsilon.
POLLI CHAMBERS-SALAZAR: DMA, USC. Director of Piano Studies at El Camino College. Ms. Chambers-Salazar has appeared on KCBS Television and KUSC Radio, and has recored "First Flight," a CD of solo piano music by Beethoven, Chopin, Rachmaninoff, Boulander, and Coleridge-Taylor. In March she presented "Sound and Color: Henri Matisse and the Music of his Time" at the Norton Simon Museum of Art. This concert was the seventh in a series of mulit-media performances given at the museum by Ms. Chambers-Salazar.
KRISTI LOBITZ: USC. Specializing in Classical piano. Teaches at Loyola Marymount Univ.
LOIS ROBERTS: Juilliard, Mannes College, CSULB. Specializing in Classical repertoire, solo, chamber and orchestral. Ms. Roberts entered The Juilliard School in the upper division at the age of 11 after her New York Town Hall debut. She studied with Josef Raieff, Albert Fuller, Guido Agosti, and Konrad Wolff. In addition to her degrees from Juilliard, she was awarded the Diploma di Merito at the Accademia Musicale Chigiana in Siena, Italy. She has concertized in the U.S. and in Europe and has taught at American Boychoir and Westminster Choir College in Princeton, NJ. Ms. Roberts is also on the faculty at Santa Monica Community College. Her students are accepted into the finest schools of music including Juilliard, Mannes, and Manhattan.
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| MARK MASSEY: M.A. CSULB, Composition. Received the Carmen Drgon Fellowship for Composition (1990). Performed throughout the U.S., Europe, Russian, the Far East, and India. Worked with Freddie Hubbard, Hubert Laws, Stephane Grappelli, Louie Bellson, Maynard Ferguson and many others. Features guest at the Moscow Jazz Festival (2001). Toured the U.S. for 6 weeks with Side Street Strutters (2004), summer tour in Japan (2007, 2008) with Scott Martin Latin Jazz Band. On faculty at CSUFullerton, currently teaching at OSCHA. Mr. Massey has taught jazz piano, theory, and composition privately for over 25 years. www.markmassey.com |
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