University of Illinois - Chicago

Department of Theatre and Music - Music

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1040 W. Harrison Street, L260
Chicago,Illinois 60607
312-355-1735
music@uic.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Arts in Music Bachelor of Music in Performance Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies Bachelor of Arts in Music Business

The Department of Music emphasizes skills and knowledge that are fundamental to the entire discipline. Core course requirements for all music students include: Two years of music theory, aural skills, and piano Five semesters of history and literature Courses in analysis and ethnomusicology Beyond the core courses, each of the degrees adds more focused courses in arranging, literature, and history. The Performance degree offers opportunities for study in piano, voice, orchestral and band instruments with some of Chicago’s most outstanding artist-teachers. For those who qualify for Jazz Studies, the program provides private study and small ensemble work with leading Chicago jazz artists Because the Department of Music is committed to teaching and training individuals for careers in music, many of the program’s graduates find employment as performers, teachers, or composers in a wide variety of settings. Others pursue advanced degrees in music.

Faculty Info:

• Jazz- Andy Baker (Jazz Trombone), Victor Rafael Gonzalez (Jazz Percussion), Charles Heath IV (Jazz Percussion), Larry Kohut (Jazz Bass), Chris Madsen (Jazz Saxophone), Michael Stryker (Jazz Piano), Zvonimir Tot (Jazz Guitar), Cheryl Wilson (Jazz Voice)


• Brass- Dave Inmon (Trumpet), Andy Baker (Trombone), Scott Tegge (Tuba


• Woodwinds- Mariana Gariazzo (Flute), Eugenia Moliner (Flute), J. Ricardo Castañeda (Oboe), Nicholas Carlson (Clarinet), John Gaudette (Bassoon), Jordan Lulloff (Saxophone)


• Percussion- Jordan Kamps


• Strings- Jennifer Cappelli (Violin), Claudia Lasareff-Mironoff (Viola and Chamber Music), Paula Kosower (Cello), Samuel Shuhan (Double Bass


• Piano- Ivana Bukvich


• Digital Music Composition- Marc Mellits and Daniel Lopatka


• Music Business- Robert DiFazio


• Ensembles- Timothy Fawkes (Orchestra), Adam Cordle (Chamber Ensembles), Liza Calisesi Maidens (Choral Activities), Andrew Lewis (Choir), Nicholas Carlson (Concert Bands), Jordan Kamps (Percussion Ensemble), Carey Deadman (Pop/Rock Ensemble), Michael Espinosa (Mariachi Fuego), Ronald Stemley (Pep Band)