Experience the Music!
The Newberry College Department of Music is perfect for aspiring music performers, music teachers, and church musicians. Nationally accredited though the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the department prepares students for future careers in all areas of music. With a low student-to-faculty ratio and an outstanding faculty of active performers who are also experienced teachers, we ensure that every student receives the personalized, attentive instruction essential to developing one's musical talent to the fullest.
Music (General)
Experience the Music!
Newberry College’s nationally accredited (NASM) Department of Music is perfect for aspiring music performers, music teachers, church musicians, and more. We strive to prepare students for future careers in all areas of music. With a low student-to-faculty ratio, and an outstanding faculty of active performers who are also experienced teachers, every student receives the kind of personalized, attentive instruction that is essential to developing one's musical talent to the fullest.
Available Majors, Minors and Concentrations
Majors:
Music (B.A.)
Music with Music Theory emphasis (B.A.)
Minors:
Music
Jazz Studies
Musical Theatre
Career Possibilities
- Band Director
- Choral Director
- Orchestra Director
- Music Teacher
- Choir Director
- Church Organist
- Music-Related Occupations
- Professional Musician
- Music Business Entrepreneur
- Musical Theatre Performer
Overview
The Music curriculum is designed to prepare students for careers in all areas of music. It provides a comprehensive musical foundation from which students may pursue an ongoing involvement with music. Newberry Music graduates are prepared to participate and lead in multiple facets in the field of music. Our graduates include professional performers, music industry business professionals and choral and instrumental music educators who are leading outstanding school music programs throughout the region. Newberry Music alumni also have earned graduate degrees in programs throughout the United States.
The Music (General) major is for the student who enjoys performing and wants to develop that ability in preparation for musical opportunities such as teaching in a private studio or freelance performance. Students may also select a variety of electives to explore other academic areas.
The Music major with Church Music emphasis provides the skills and knowledge for the student who has a special interest in music ministry and music performance in a church setting. Students explore the multifacted denominations of Christianity as they develop their knowledge and understanding of music in a congregational setting. Students may continue with graduate study in a related area or secure employment as a church musician.
The Music major with Music Theory emphasis is intended for the student who wants to develop expertise in music theory, analysis and composition. The degree helps prepare the student for continued music studies in theory or for related creative endeavors.
Requirements
Student Handbook
Combined with the support you receive from Music department faculty and staff, this handbook will provide you with information about department policies and procedures, important forms, advising, information about juries and recitals and much more. View the Student Handbook.
Bachelor of Arts in Music (98-110 hours)
- Applied Music – Major: Piano, Organ, Guitar, Bass, Band/Orchestra Instrument, or Voice (12 hrs.)
- Applied lessons must be taken until the successful completion of MUS 380.
- Applied Secondary Instrument – Piano (MUA 101-2 credits; MUA 102-2 credits. Keyboard majors exempt MUA 101 and MUA 102.
- Music Literature: (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Music Theory: (MUS 171, 172, 173, 174, 271,273, 274) (15 hrs.)
- Music History: (MUS 341, 342) (6 hrs.)
- Basic Conducting: (MUS 290) (2 hrs.)
- Recital (MUA 380) (1 hr.)
- History: (MUS 141, 261, or 311) (3 hrs.)
- History of American Music (MUS 141), World Music (MUS 261), History of Jazz (MUS 311)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (8 semesters) (0 hrs.)
- Chamber Music Experience (0-1 hr.)
- Ensembles (8 semesters) (8 hrs.)
- Core Requirements (51-54 hrs.)
Bachelor of Arts in Music with Music Theory emphasis (108-116 hours)
- Applied Music –Major: Piano, Organ, Guitar, Bass, Band/Orchestra Instrument, or Voice (8 hrs.)
- Applied Secondary Instrument – Piano (MUA 101 – 2 hrs.; MUA 102 – 2 hrs., and 4 hrs. of piano lessons). Keyboard majors exempt MUA 101 and MUA 102, and are required to complete 12 hours total of lessons in their major keyboard instrument.
- Music Literature (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Music Theory (MUS 171, 172, 173, 174, 271, 273, 274) (16 hrs.)
- Music History (MUS 341, 342) (6 hrs.)
- Basic Conducting (MUS 290) (2 hrs.)
- Composition and Analysis (MUS 367) (2 hrs.)
- Counterpoint (MUS 366) (2 hrs.)
- Orchestration (MUS 463) (2 hrs.)
- Recital (MUA 380) or thesis paper (MUS 499) (1 hr.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (8 semesters; 0 hrs.)
- Music Electives (3 hrs.)
- Chamber Music Experience (0-1 hr.)
- Ensembles (8 semesters; 8 hrs.)
- Core Requirements (51-54 hrs.)
Music Minor (21 hours)
The Music minor is designed for students who are interested in music but are majoring in another discipline.
- Applied Music (must include MUA 101, unless exempted) (2 hrs.)
- Music Literature (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Ear Training I (MUS 171) (2 hrs.)
- Theory of Music I (MUS 173) (2 hrs.)
- History of Music I (MUS 341) (3 hrs.)
- History of Music II (MUS 342) (3 hrs.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (4 semesters; 0 hrs.)
- Ensembles (2 semesters; 2 hrs.)
Jazz Studies Minor (18 hours)
The Jazz Studies minor is designed to be taken by students currently enrolled as music majors. Non-majors may also enroll in this minor with the permission of the Department of Music. Some of the courses required for the Jazz Studies minor may have prerequisites that will require additional course work for non-majors.
- History of Jazz (MUS 311) (3 hrs.)
- Jazz Theory and Arranging (MUS 312) (3 hrs.)
- Improvisation I (MUS 331) (2 hrs.)
- Improvisation II (MUS 332) (2 hrs.)
- Participation in either MUE 104 (Jazz Ensemble) or MUE 105 (Jazz Combo) (8 semesters; 8 hrs.)
Musical Theatre Minor (18-20 hours)
The Musical Theatre minor is designed for students who are interested in Musical Theatre and are majoring in B.A. (Music) or B.A. (Theatre) or in another discipline.
- Applied Voice Lessons (MUS 115-416) (4 hrs.)
- Ensembles (MUA 111) (2 semesters; 2 hrs.)
- Opera Workshop (MUS 241) (2 hrs.)
- Musical Theatre Workshop (THE 241) (3 hrs.)
- Musical Theatre Production (THE 251, 252) (3 hrs.) (Option: 1 hour for Music Majors)
- Introduction to Acting (THE 101) or Intermediate Acting (THE 202) (3 hrs.)
- Stagecraft and Stagecraft Lab (THE 103) (3 hrs.)
Music Leader Day
Band, Choral, and Orchestral Directors can nominate outstanding senior high school music students for the annual Newberry College Music Leader Day! We are looking for an elite group of students who wish to pursue a degree in music to become our newest Music Leaders for Fall 2017! Nominations must be received no later than Friday, October 13, 2017 in order for us to make sure that your recommended student receives their invitation to this event. Our “MUSIC LEADER DAY 2017” will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 in the Alumni Music Center on the Newberry College Campus. For more information about Music Leader Day nominations, please contact:
Debbie Jarman at 803-321-5633
Students interested in scheduling a campus visit or music audition may Click here to go directly to the Newberry College Campus Visit Request form. For more information about Newberry College, please contact the Office of Admission at 803-321-5127 or by email at admission@newberry.edu.
Student Handbook
View/Download Student Handbook for the Department of Music.
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Patrick Casey
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Assistant Professor of Music Education
Office: AMC 104
Office Phone: 803.321.5634
Email:
patrick.casey@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Patrick Casey joined the Newberry College faculty in August 2015 after a year-long visiting appointment in music education at Middle Tennessee State University and a five-year tenure in Germany as a vocal and instrumental music… Read More
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Austin Gaboriau
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Double Bass, Bass Guitar
Office: AMC 214
Office Phone: 803-321-5633
Email:
austin.gaboriau@newberry.eduBio:
Austin Gaboriau started his formal bass training with Ian Bracchitta at the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities. Austin continued his studies with Craig Butterfield at the University of South Carolina… Read More
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Jerry Gatch
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Associate Professor of Music, Director of Bands
Office: AMC 109
Office Phone: 803-321-5180
Email:
jerry.gatch@newberry.eduBio:
Jerry Gatch worked for twenty-nine years as a public school music educator in South Carolina. He earned the Master of Music degree in Theory/Composition and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Conducting from the University of South… Read More
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Reed Hanna
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Adjunct Professor of Music - Bassoon
Office: AMC 108
Email:
reed.hanna@newberry.eduBio:
American bassoonist and composer Reed Hanna is an active freelance musician in the southeastern United States. Currently, Dr. Hanna is interim second bassoonist of the Greenville Symphony Orchestra. He also performs regularly on… Read More
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Chris Imhoff
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Trumpet
Office: AMC 108
Email:
chris.imhoff@newberry.eduBio:
Chris Imhoff, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Ohio University and a Master’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. His… Read More
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Tzu-Ying Liao
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Cello
Office: AMC
Email:
lwzypiano@yahoo.com.twBio:
Miss Liao received her Bachelor’s Degree in Cello Performance from Tainan National University of the Arts in Taiwan. While studying at Tainan National University, her area of focus was on traditional Chinese music performance.… Read More
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Andrew Lynn
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Violin/Viola
Office: AMC
Email:
aplynn82@gmail.comBio:
Andrew Lynn holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Musical Performance on violin from Cleveland State University in Ohio. He received his graduate degrees from the University of South Carolina, where he earned a degree (MM) in Musical… Read More
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Sarah Masterson
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Assistant Professor of Music
Office: AMC 106
Office Phone: 803-321-5177
Email:
sarah.masterson@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Masterson received a B.A. in physics and a Performer’s Certificate from DePauw University, and a M.M. and D.M.A. in piano performance from the University of Connecticut. Her recent research involves the work of twentieth-century… Read More
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Ruth McDaniel
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Adjunct Faculty, Music
Office: Alumni Music Center
Office Phone: 803.321.5633
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Barry McGinnis
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Professor of Music, Woodwinds and Music History
Office: AMC 107
Office Phone: 803-321-5178
Email:
Barry.mcginnis@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. McGinnis received his B.S. in Saxophone Performance from Towson State University, his M.M. – Woodwind Specialist from East Carolina University, and his D.M.A. in Saxophone Performance with a minor in Music History from… Read More
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Wanda Neese
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Staff Accompanist—Secondary Piano
Office: AMC 110
Office Phone: 803-321-5183
Email:
wanda.neese@newberry.eduBio:
Wanda Neese received a Bachelor of Music from Columbia College with majors in both Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy, with a heavy concentration in Music Education. She received a Master of Music in Piano Performance from Columbia… Read More
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Albert Roberts
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Chapel organist and adjunct instructor of Music Theory and Ear-training
Office: AMC
Email:
Albert.Roberts@Newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Al Roberts is the Chapel organist and adjunct instructor of Music Theory and Eartraining. He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BS in Biology and a BA in Music. He holds a DMD from the Medical… Read More
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Chris Sheppard
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Associate Professor of Music; Chair, Department of Music
Office: AMC 105
Office Phone: 803-321-5176
Email:
chris.sheppard@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Chris Sheppard is the chair of the music department. Before coming to Newberry College in 2010, Dr. Sheppard taught at Montana State University Billings, where he served as Director of Choral Activities and received an Outstanding… Read More
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Matthew Smith
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Guitar
Office: AMC 214
Office Phone: 803-466-3193
Email:
matthew.smith@newberry.eduBio:
Matthew began his music studies in grade school, taking private lessons on piano and then guitar. His more advanced study of music began during summer sessions at the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth and continued when Matthew… Read More
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Elisabeth Ramirez
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Accompanist for voice and choirs
Office: AMC 205
Email:
alice.ramirez@newberry.eduBio:
Mrs. Elisabeth Ramirez serves as the accompanist for the voice studio of Newberry College’s Department of Music, and for NC Singers and Madrigals. As a collaborative pianist, she won numerous prizes in Youth Competitions at… Read More
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David Santiago
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Director of Athletic Bands/Assistant Band Director
Office: Alumni Music Center
Office Phone: 803.321.5633
Email:
david.santiago@newberry.edu
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Lauren Watkins
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Adjunct Professor of Music - Flute
Office: AMC 213
Email:
lauren.watkins@newberry.eduBio:
Since returning to her home state of South Carolina, flutist Lauren Watkins maintains a versatile career as an educator, performer, and clinician. Inspired by diverse musical experiences, her innovative pursuits as a member… Read More
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Debbie Jarman
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Administrative Assistant to Music
Office: Alumni Music Building, Room 100
Office Phone: 803-321-5633
Email:
Debbie.jarman@newberry.eduBio:
When you call the Newberry College Music Department, you are most likely to hear the voice of Mrs. Debbie Jarman. Debbie grew up in a small Southern New Jersey town named Woodstown. She is a graduate with an Associates… Read More
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Academic Catalog
Music (General) Section
Download the 2016-2017 Academic Catalog
Download the 2015-2016 Academic Catalog
Download the 2014-2015 Academic Catalog
Download the 2013-2014 Academic Catalog
Music in Performance
The Bachelor of Music in Performance degree enables the student who is interested in a performance career, private teaching, and/or graduate study to acquire the skill and knowledge associated with high-level instrumental or vocal performance. Special emphasis is given to development of aesthetic performance and understanding. Any student wishing to pursue this degree will initially begin studies in the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree. The Sophomore Barrier exam will determine admittance into the Bachelor of Music in Performance degree.
Available Majors, Minors and Concentrations
Majors:
Bachelor of Music in Performance with Vocal Music concentration
Bachelor of Music in Performance with Instrumental Music concentration
Honors:
Music Performance Honor Program
Career Possibilities
- Band Director
- Choral Director
- Orchestra Director
- General Music Teacher
- Choral Music Teacher
- Instrumental Music Teacher
- Music-Related Occupations
- Church Organist
- Church Choir Director
- Professional Musician
- Music Business Entrepreneur
- Musical Theatre Performer
Overview
The Bachelor of Music in Performance degree enables the student who is interested in a performance career, private teaching, and/or graduate study to acquire the skill and knowledge associated with high-level vocal or instrumental performance. Special emphasis is given to development of aesthetic performance and understanding. Any student wishing to pursue this degree will initially begin studies in the Bachelor of Arts in Music degree. The Sophomore Barrier exam will determine admittance into the Bachelor of Music in Performance degree.
Requirements
Bachelor of Music in Performance with Choral Music concentration (131-138 hours)
- Applied Music – Major: Voice (24 hrs.)
- Applied Secondary Instrument (all credits must be earned on the same instrument) (6 hrs.)
- Piano (MUA 101 – 2 hrs.; MUA 102 – 2 hrs.; MUA 121 – 1 hr.; MUA 122 – 1 hr.). Keyboard majors exempt MUA 101 and MUA 102 and must take their secondary credits in another area.
- Music Literature (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Music Theory (MUS 171, 172, 173, 174, 271, 273, 274) (16 hrs.)
- Music History (MUS 341, 342) (6 hrs.)
- World Music (MUS 261) (3 hrs.)
- Conducting (MUS 290, 390) (4 hrs.)
- Composition and Analysis (MUS 367) (2 hrs.)
- Counterpoint (MUS 366) (2 hrs.)
- Beg./Inter. Foreign Lang. Diction for Singers (MUS 265) voice majors (2 hrs.)
- Adv. Foreign Lang. Diction for Singers (MUS 365) voice majors (2 hrs.)
- Recital (MUA 380) (1 hr.)
- Recital (MUA 480) (2 hrs.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (8 semesters; 0 hrs.)
- Chamber Music Experience (0-4 hrs.)
- Opera Workshop (MUS 241) (Voice majors only)
- Chamber Music (MUE 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 112) Required of instrumental majors each fall. If MUE 105 is taken in the fall, it must be accompanied with another option.
- Ensembles (8 semesters; 8 hrs.)
- Core Requirements (48-51 hrs.)
Bachelor of Music in Performance with Instrumental Music concentration (131-138 hours)
- Applied Music – Major: Piano, Organ, Guitar, Bass, or Band/Orchestra Instrument (24 hrs.)
- Applied Secondary Instrument (all credits must be earned on the same instrument) (6 hrs.)
- Piano (MUA 101 – 2 hrs.; MUA 102 – 2 hrs.; MUA 121 – 1 hr.; MUA 122 – 1 hr.). Keyboard majors exempt MUA 101 and MUA 102 and must take their secondary credits in another area.
- Music Literature (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Music Theory (MUS 171, 172, 173, 174, 271, 273, 274) (16 hrs.)
- Music History (MUS 341, 342) (6 hrs.)
- World Music (MUS 261) (3 hrs.)
- Conducting (MUS 290, 390) (4 hrs.)
- Composition and Analysis (MUS 367) (2 hrs.)
- Counterpoint (MUS 366) (2 hrs.)
- Applied Instrument Literature (MUS 350, 351, 352, 353, 354, or 355) (2 hrs.)
- Applied Instrument Pedagogy (MUS 371, 372, 373, 374, 375, or 376) (2 hrs.)
- Recital (MUA 380) (1 hr.)
- Recital (MUA 480) (2 hrs.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (8 semesters; 0 hrs.)
- Chamber Music Experience (0-4 hrs.)
- Chamber Music (MUE 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 112) Required of instrumental majors each fall. If MUE 105 is taken in the fall, it must be accompanied with another option.
- Ensembles (8 semesters; 8 hrs.)
- Core Requirements (48-51 hrs.)
Student Handbook
Combined with the support you receive from Music department faculty and staff, this handbook will provide you with information about department policies and procedures, important forms, advising, information about juries and recitals and much more. View the Student Handbook.
Music Event Calendar for Fall 2018
See the Music Events Calendar here.
ATTENTION ALL MUSIC DIRECTORS!
NOMINATIONS FOR NEWBERRY COLLEGE MUSIC LEADER DAY!
Band, Choral, and Orchestral Directors can nominate outstanding senior high school music students for the annual Newberry College Music Leader Day! We are looking for an elite group of students who wish to pursue a degree in music to become our newest Music Leaders for Fall 2017! Nominations must be received no later than Friday, October 13, 2017 in order for us to make sure that your recommended student receives their invitation to this event. Our “MUSIC LEADER DAY 2017” will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 in the Alumni Music Center on the Newberry College Campus. For more information about Music Leader Day nominations, please contact:
Debbie Jarman at 803-321-5633
Students interested in scheduling a campus visit or music audition may Click here to go directly to the Newberry College Campus Visit Request form. For more information about Newberry College, please contact the Office of Admission at 803-321-5127 or by email at admission@newberry.edu.
Newberry Chamber Orchestra
NEWBERRY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA INVITES COMMUNITY MEMBERS
TO JOIN COLLEGE PLAYERS FOR CONCERTS
The Newberry Chamber Orchestra (NCO) is a college-community or town and gown orchestra and is open to students, faculty, staff, and community members in the region. The NCO performs orchestral music from the Baroque to the 20th century and rehearses every Monday evening from 6:30-8:30 pm on the Newberry College campus. For more information please contact Dr. Patrick Casey at (803) 321-5634 or patrick.casey@newberry.edu
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Patrick Casey
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Assistant Professor of Music Education
Office: AMC 104
Office Phone: 803.321.5634
Email:
patrick.casey@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Patrick Casey joined the Newberry College faculty in August 2015 after a year-long visiting appointment in music education at Middle Tennessee State University and a five-year tenure in Germany as a vocal and instrumental music… Read More
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Austin Gaboriau
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Double Bass, Bass Guitar
Office: AMC 214
Office Phone: 803-321-5633
Email:
austin.gaboriau@newberry.eduBio:
Austin Gaboriau started his formal bass training with Ian Bracchitta at the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities. Austin continued his studies with Craig Butterfield at the University of South Carolina… Read More
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Jerry Gatch
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Associate Professor of Music, Director of Bands
Office: AMC 109
Office Phone: 803-321-5180
Email:
jerry.gatch@newberry.eduBio:
Jerry Gatch worked for twenty-nine years as a public school music educator in South Carolina. He earned the Master of Music degree in Theory/Composition and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Conducting from the University of South… Read More
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Reed Hanna
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Adjunct Professor of Music - Bassoon
Office: AMC 108
Email:
reed.hanna@newberry.eduBio:
American bassoonist and composer Reed Hanna is an active freelance musician in the southeastern United States. Currently, Dr. Hanna is interim second bassoonist of the Greenville Symphony Orchestra. He also performs regularly on… Read More
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Chris Imhoff
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Trumpet
Office: AMC 108
Email:
chris.imhoff@newberry.eduBio:
Chris Imhoff, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Ohio University and a Master’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. His… Read More
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Tzu-Ying Liao
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Cello
Office: AMC
Email:
lwzypiano@yahoo.com.twBio:
Miss Liao received her Bachelor’s Degree in Cello Performance from Tainan National University of the Arts in Taiwan. While studying at Tainan National University, her area of focus was on traditional Chinese music performance.… Read More
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Andrew Lynn
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Violin/Viola
Office: AMC
Email:
aplynn82@gmail.comBio:
Andrew Lynn holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Musical Performance on violin from Cleveland State University in Ohio. He received his graduate degrees from the University of South Carolina, where he earned a degree (MM) in Musical… Read More
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Sarah Masterson
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Assistant Professor of Music
Office: AMC 106
Office Phone: 803-321-5177
Email:
sarah.masterson@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Masterson received a B.A. in physics and a Performer’s Certificate from DePauw University, and a M.M. and D.M.A. in piano performance from the University of Connecticut. Her recent research involves the work of twentieth-century… Read More
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Ruth McDaniel
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Adjunct Faculty, Music
Office: Alumni Music Center
Office Phone: 803.321.5633
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Barry McGinnis
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Professor of Music, Woodwinds and Music History
Office: AMC 107
Office Phone: 803-321-5178
Email:
Barry.mcginnis@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. McGinnis received his B.S. in Saxophone Performance from Towson State University, his M.M. – Woodwind Specialist from East Carolina University, and his D.M.A. in Saxophone Performance with a minor in Music History from… Read More
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Wanda Neese
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Staff Accompanist—Secondary Piano
Office: AMC 110
Office Phone: 803-321-5183
Email:
wanda.neese@newberry.eduBio:
Wanda Neese received a Bachelor of Music from Columbia College with majors in both Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy, with a heavy concentration in Music Education. She received a Master of Music in Piano Performance from Columbia… Read More
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Albert Roberts
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Chapel organist and adjunct instructor of Music Theory and Ear-training
Office: AMC
Email:
Albert.Roberts@Newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Al Roberts is the Chapel organist and adjunct instructor of Music Theory and Eartraining. He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BS in Biology and a BA in Music. He holds a DMD from the Medical… Read More
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Chris Sheppard
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Associate Professor of Music; Chair, Department of Music
Office: AMC 105
Office Phone: 803-321-5176
Email:
chris.sheppard@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Chris Sheppard is the chair of the music department. Before coming to Newberry College in 2010, Dr. Sheppard taught at Montana State University Billings, where he served as Director of Choral Activities and received an Outstanding… Read More
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Matthew Smith
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Guitar
Office: AMC 214
Office Phone: 803-466-3193
Email:
matthew.smith@newberry.eduBio:
Matthew began his music studies in grade school, taking private lessons on piano and then guitar. His more advanced study of music began during summer sessions at the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth and continued when Matthew… Read More
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Lauren Watkins
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Adjunct Professor of Music - Flute
Office: AMC 213
Email:
lauren.watkins@newberry.eduBio:
Since returning to her home state of South Carolina, flutist Lauren Watkins maintains a versatile career as an educator, performer, and clinician. Inspired by diverse musical experiences, her innovative pursuits as a member… Read More
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Elisabeth Ramirez
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Accompanist for voice and choirs
Office: AMC 205
Email:
alice.ramirez@newberry.eduBio:
Mrs. Elisabeth Ramirez serves as the accompanist for the voice studio of Newberry College’s Department of Music, and for NC Singers and Madrigals. As a collaborative pianist, she won numerous prizes in Youth Competitions at… Read More
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David Santiago
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Director of Athletic Bands/Assistant Band Director
Office: Alumni Music Center
Office Phone: 803.321.5633
Email:
david.santiago@newberry.edu
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Debbie Jarman
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Administrative Assistant to Music
Office: Alumni Music Building, Room 100
Office Phone: 803-321-5633
Email:
Debbie.jarman@newberry.eduBio:
When you call the Newberry College Music Department, you are most likely to hear the voice of Mrs. Debbie Jarman. Debbie grew up in a small Southern New Jersey town named Woodstown. She is a graduate with an Associates… Read More
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Academic Catalog
Music in Performance Section
Download the 2016-2017 Academic Catalog
Download the 2015-2016 Academic Catalog
Download the 2014-2015 Academic Catalog
Download the 2013-2014 Academic Catalog
Music Education
Inspire the Next Generation
Students become well-rounded life-long learners, musicians, and teachers of music through courses in areas of general studies, musicianship, and professional and music education. Candidates choose a concentration of vocal or instrumental music, but upon graduation are prepared and qualified to teach any music subject and level. Successful graduates will possess the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to provide confident, enthusiastic, and committed leadership in the field of teaching music.
Available Majors, Minors and Concentrations
Majors:
Bachelor of Music Education with Choral Music concentration
Bachelor of Music Education with Instrumental Music concentration
Honors:
Music Performance Honor Program
Career Possibilities
- Band Director
- Choral Director
- Orchestra Director
- General Music Teacher
- Choral Music Teacher
- Instrumental Music Teacher
- Music-Related Occupations
- Church Organist
- Church Choir Director
- Professional Musician
- Music Business Entrepreneur
- Musical Theatre Performer
Overview
The Bachelor of Music Education degree, in cooperation with the Newberry College Department of Teacher Education and Sport Professions, leads to South Carolina PK-12 licensure and is designed for those students aspiring to the challenging and essential service of teaching music in the public school sector. Students become well-rounded life-long learners, musicians, and teachers of music through a rigorous curriculum including courses in areas of general studies, musicianship, and professional and music education.
Requirements
Student Handbook
Combined with the support you receive from Music department faculty and staff, this handbook will provide you with information about department policies and procedures, important forms, advising, information about juries and recitals and much more. View the Student Handbook.
Bachelor of Music Education with Choral Concentration (143-146 hours)
Music Requirements
- Music Literature (MUS 151*) (3 hrs.)
- Music Theory (MUS 171, 172, 173, 174, 271, 273, 274) (15 hrs.)
- Music History (MUS 341**, 342) (6 hrs.)
- Conducting, Basic and Advanced (MUS 290, 390) (4 hrs.)
- Recital (MUA 380) (1 hr.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (7 semesters; 0 hrs.)
Concentration Requirements
- Applied Music—Major Instrument (14 hrs.)
- Applied Secondary Instrument—Piano (MUA 101, 102) (4 hrs.); (MUA 121, 122) (2 semesters; 5-6 hrs.)
- Introduction to Music Education (MUS 102) (1 hr.)
- Instrument Classes (MUA 105, 207, 210, 213) (8 hrs.)
- Music Teaching in Practice (MUS 281) (2 hrs.)
- Secondary School Music Methods and Materials (MUS 282) (1 hr.)
- Music Technology (MUS 280) (2 hrs.)
- Elementary School Music Methods and Materials (MUS 381) (3 hrs.)
- Vocal Pedagogy (MUS 371) (2 hrs.)
- Voice Studio (MUA 110) (7 semesters; 0 hrs.)
- Choral Methods and Materials (MUS 472) (3 hrs.)
- Newberry College Singers (MUE 111) (7 hrs.)
- Chamber Music Experience (0-1 hr.)
Education Requirements
- Foundations of Teaching and Learning (EDU 224) (3 hrs.)
- Human Development and Learning (EDU 230) (3 hrs.)
- Working with Exceptional & Diverse Learners (EDU 232) (3 hrs.)
- Internship (EDU 480) (12 hrs.)
- Seminar (EDU 483) (3 hrs.)
Bachelor of Music Education with Instrumental Concentration (143-146 hours)
Music Requirements
- Music Literature (MUS 151*) (3 hrs.)
- Music Theory (MUS 171, 172, 173, 174, 271, 273, 274) (15 hrs.)
- Music History (MUS 341**, 342) (6 hrs.)
- Conducting, Basic and Advanced (MUS 290, 390) (4 hrs.)
- Recital (MUA 380) (1 hr.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100 (7 semesters; 0 hrs.)
Concentration Requirements
- Applied Music-Major Instrument (14 hrs.)
- Applied Secondary Instrument—Piano (MUA 101, 102) (4 hrs.); (MUA 121, 122) (2 semesters; 5-6 hrs.)
- Introduction to Music Education (MUS 102) (1 hr.)
- Vocal Pedagogy (MUS 371) (2 hrs.)
- Music Technology (MUS 280) (2 hrs.)
- Instrument Classes (MUA 105, 207, 210, 213) (8 hrs.)
- Music Teaching in Practice (MUS 281) (2 hrs.)
- Secondary School Music Methods and Materials (MUS 282) (1 hr.)
- Elementary School Music Methods and Materials (MUS 381) (3 hrs.)
- Instrumental Methods and Materials (MUS 471) (3 hrs.)
- Wind Symphony (MUE 103 (7 hrs.)
- Chamber Music Experience (0-1 hr.)
Education Requirements
- Foundations of Teaching and Learning (EDU 224) (3 hrs.)
- Human Development and Learning (EDU 230) (3 hrs.)
- Working with Exceptional & Diverse Learners (EDU 232) (3 hrs.)
- Internship (EDU 480) (12 hrs.)
- Seminar (EDU 483) (3 hrs.)
Music Minor (21 hours)
The Music minor is designed for students who are interested in music but are majoring in another discipline.
- Applied Music (must include MUA 101, unless exempted) (2 hrs.)
- Music Literature (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Ear Training I (MUS 171) (2 hrs.)
- Theory of Music I (MUS 173) (2 hrs.)
- History of Music I (MUS 341) (3 hrs.)
- History of Music II (MUS 342) (3 hrs.)
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (4 semesters; 0 hrs.)
- Ensembles (2 semesters; 2 hrs.)
Jazz Studies Minor (18 hours)
The Jazz Studies minor is designed to be taken by students currently enrolled as music majors. Non-majors may also enroll in this minor with the permission of the Department of Music. Some of the courses required for the Jazz Studies minor may have prerequisites that will require additional course work for non-majors.
- History of Jazz (MUS 311) (3 hrs.)
- Jazz Theory and Arranging (MUS 312) (3 hrs.)
- Improvisation I (MUS 331) (2 hrs.)
- Improvisation II (MUS 332) (2 hrs.)
- Participation in either MUE 104 (Jazz Ensemble) or MUE 105 (Jazz Combo) each semester (8 semesters; 8 hrs.)
Church Music Minor (21 hours)
The Church Music minor may be taken by music majors or by students in other majors who have an interest in music and worship.
- Applied Music (8 hrs.)
- Major performance (voice, organ, piano, or instrument) (6 hrs.)
- Elementary Piano Class (MUA 101) (2 hrs.) (in addition to Elementary Piano Class. Organists and pianists must take 2 hours of voice instead of 2 hours of piano.) (2 hrs.)
- Students with a keyboard concentration may substitute MUS 173 at the discretion of the instructor.
- Music Literature (MUS 151) (3 hrs.)
- Basic Conducting (MUS 290) (2 hrs.)
- Practice of Church Music (MUS 483) (3 hrs.)
- Music Electives (MUS 341 or MUS 342 or MUS 343) (3 hrs.)
- Note: MUS 343 is recommended for non-music majors completing this minor.
- Repertory Seminar (MUS 100) (Four semesters; 0 hrs.)
Music Business Minor (18 hours)
The Music Business minor is designed for students who are interested in Music Business and are either majoring in the B.A. (Music) or in another discipline.
- Principles of Marketing (BUA 220, 320) (3 hrs.)
- Small Business Management, Entrepreneurship I (BUA 363) OR Principles of Management (BUA 260, 360) (3 hrs.)
- Individual Income Tax (ACC 432) (3 hrs.)
- Introduction to Music Business (MUS 211) (3 hrs.)
- Music Business Law (MUS 222) (2 hrs.)
- Music Recording Industry and Technology (MUS 321) (2 hrs.)
- Music Business Internship (MUS 421) (2 hrs.)
Musical Theatre Minor (18-20 hours)
The Musical Theatre minor is designed for students who are interested in Musical Theatre and are majoring in B.A. (Music) or B.A. (Theatre) or in another discipline.
- Applied Voice Lessons (MUS 115-416) (4 hrs.)
- Ensembles (MUA 111) (2 semesters; 2 hrs.)
- Opera Workshop (MUS 241) (2 hrs.)
- Musical Theatre Workshop (THE 241) (3 hrs.)
- Musical Theatre Production (THE 251, 252) (3 hrs.)
- (Option: 1hour for Music Majors)
- Introduction to Acting (THE 101) or Intermediate Acting (THE 202) (3 hrs.)
- Stagecraft and Stagecraft Lab (THE 103) (3 hrs.)
Music Event Calendar for Fall 2018
See the Music Events Calendar here.
Music Leader Day
ATTENTION ALL MUSIC DIRECTORS!
NOMINATIONS FOR NEWBERRY COLLEGE MUSIC LEADER DAY!
Band, Choral, and Orchestral Directors can nominate outstanding senior high school music students for the annual Newberry College Music Leader Day! We are looking for an elite group of students who wish to pursue a degree in music to become our newest Music Leaders for Fall 2017! Nominations must be received no later than Friday, October 13, 2017 in order for us to make sure that your recommended student receives their invitation to this event. Our “MUSIC LEADER DAY 2017” will be held on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 14 in the Alumni Music Center on the Newberry College Campus. For more information about Music Leader Day nominations, please contact:
Debbie Jarman at 803-321-5633
Students interested in scheduling a campus visit or music audition may Click here to go directly to the Newberry College Campus Visit Request form. For more information about Newberry College, please contact the Office of Admission at 803-321-5127 or by email at admission@newberry.edu.
Faculty News
Patrick F. Casey, Assistant Professor of Music and Coordinator of Music Education, joined in two special musical reunions during summer 2018. In May, he traveled to Eugene, Oregon to return as a former conductor (1988-1990) of the Eugene Symphonic Band, a community ensemble celebrating their 60th season of music-making and musical outreach. Casey joined with six other previous conductors to lead a special gala concert on Sunday afternoon, May 19.
In June 2018, Dr. Patrick F. Casey traveled back to Kaiserslautern, Germany where he and his wife, Elisabeth Ramirez, participated in a special series of concerts commemorating the 100th anniversary of the end of the First World War. Casey, who conducted the Rheinland-Pfalz International Choir (RPIC) from 2009-2013, was invited back to join in singing for this project, a special combined effort by RPIC and the US Air Force Band of Europe.
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Patrick Casey
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Assistant Professor of Music Education
Office: AMC 104
Office Phone: 803.321.5634
Email:
patrick.casey@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Patrick Casey joined the Newberry College faculty in August 2015 after a year-long visiting appointment in music education at Middle Tennessee State University and a five-year tenure in Germany as a vocal and instrumental music… Read More
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Austin Gaboriau
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Double Bass, Bass Guitar
Office: AMC 214
Office Phone: 803-321-5633
Email:
austin.gaboriau@newberry.eduBio:
Austin Gaboriau started his formal bass training with Ian Bracchitta at the South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities. Austin continued his studies with Craig Butterfield at the University of South Carolina… Read More
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Jerry Gatch
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Associate Professor of Music, Director of Bands
Office: AMC 109
Office Phone: 803-321-5180
Email:
jerry.gatch@newberry.eduBio:
Jerry Gatch worked for twenty-nine years as a public school music educator in South Carolina. He earned the Master of Music degree in Theory/Composition and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Conducting from the University of South… Read More
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Reed Hanna
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Adjunct Professor of Music - Bassoon
Office: AMC 108
Email:
reed.hanna@newberry.eduBio:
American bassoonist and composer Reed Hanna is an active freelance musician in the southeastern United States. Currently, Dr. Hanna is interim second bassoonist of the Greenville Symphony Orchestra. He also performs regularly on… Read More
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Chris Imhoff
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Trumpet
Office: AMC 108
Email:
chris.imhoff@newberry.eduBio:
Chris Imhoff, a native of Cincinnati, Ohio, holds a Bachelor’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Ohio University and a Master’s degree in Trumpet Performance from Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music. His… Read More
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Jaye Ingram
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Adjunct Professor of Music Recording & Technology
Office: AMC 221
Office Phone: 803-407-3715
Email:
jaye.ingram@newberry.eduBio:
As one of our newest Music Adjunct Instructors at Newberry College, Mr. Ingram will be teaching the MUS 321: Music Recording Industry and Technology course which is part of our new Music Business minor.
Mr. Ingram… Read More
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Tzu-Ying Liao
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Cello
Office: AMC
Email:
lwzypiano@yahoo.com.twBio:
Miss Liao received her Bachelor’s Degree in Cello Performance from Tainan National University of the Arts in Taiwan. While studying at Tainan National University, her area of focus was on traditional Chinese music performance.… Read More
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Andrew Lynn
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Violin/Viola
Office: AMC
Email:
aplynn82@gmail.comBio:
Andrew Lynn holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Musical Performance on violin from Cleveland State University in Ohio. He received his graduate degrees from the University of South Carolina, where he earned a degree (MM) in Musical… Read More
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Sarah Masterson
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Assistant Professor of Music
Office: AMC 106
Office Phone: 803-321-5177
Email:
sarah.masterson@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Masterson received a B.A. in physics and a Performer’s Certificate from DePauw University, and a M.M. and D.M.A. in piano performance from the University of Connecticut. Her recent research involves the work of twentieth-century… Read More
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Ruth McDaniel
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Adjunct Faculty, Music
Office: Alumni Music Center
Office Phone: 803.321.5633
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Barry McGinnis
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Professor of Music, Woodwinds and Music History
Office: AMC 107
Office Phone: 803-321-5178
Email:
Barry.mcginnis@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. McGinnis received his B.S. in Saxophone Performance from Towson State University, his M.M. – Woodwind Specialist from East Carolina University, and his D.M.A. in Saxophone Performance with a minor in Music History from… Read More
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Albert Roberts
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Chapel organist and adjunct instructor of Music Theory and Ear-training
Office: AMC
Email:
Albert.Roberts@Newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Al Roberts is the Chapel organist and adjunct instructor of Music Theory and Eartraining. He graduated from the University of South Carolina with a BS in Biology and a BA in Music. He holds a DMD from the Medical… Read More
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Chris Sheppard
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Associate Professor of Music; Chair, Department of Music
Office: AMC 105
Office Phone: 803-321-5176
Email:
chris.sheppard@newberry.eduBio:
Dr. Chris Sheppard is the chair of the music department. Before coming to Newberry College in 2010, Dr. Sheppard taught at Montana State University Billings, where he served as Director of Choral Activities and received an Outstanding… Read More
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Matthew Smith
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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Guitar
Office: AMC 214
Office Phone: 803-466-3193
Email:
matthew.smith@newberry.eduBio:
Matthew began his music studies in grade school, taking private lessons on piano and then guitar. His more advanced study of music began during summer sessions at the John Hopkins Center for Talented Youth and continued when Matthew… Read More
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Wanda Neese
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Staff Accompanist—Secondary Piano
Office: AMC 110
Office Phone: 803-321-5183
Email:
wanda.neese@newberry.eduBio:
Wanda Neese received a Bachelor of Music from Columbia College with majors in both Piano Performance and Piano Pedagogy, with a heavy concentration in Music Education. She received a Master of Music in Piano Performance from Columbia… Read More
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Elisabeth Ramierez
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Adjunct Faculty, Music
Office: Alumni Music Center
Email:
elisabeth.ramirez@newberry.edu
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David Santiago
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Director of Athletic Bands/Assistant Band Director
Office: Alumni Music Center
Office Phone: 803.321.5633
Email:
david.santiago@newberry.edu
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Lauren Watkins
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Adjunct Professor of Music - Flute
Office: AMC 213
Email:
lauren.watkins@newberry.eduBio:
Since returning to her home state of South Carolina, flutist Lauren Watkins maintains a versatile career as an educator, performer, and clinician. Inspired by diverse musical experiences, her innovative pursuits as a member… Read More
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Debbie Jarman
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Administrative Assistant to Music
Office: Alumni Music Building, Room 100
Office Phone: 803-321-5633
Email:
Debbie.jarman@newberry.eduBio:
When you call the Newberry College Music Department, you are most likely to hear the voice of Mrs. Debbie Jarman. Debbie grew up in a small Southern New Jersey town named Woodstown. She is a graduate with an Associates… Read More
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