Program Recognition
•NASM accredited since 1986 (National Association of Schools of Music)
•Teacher education program approved by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board
Training
•Prepares you to teach vocal or instrumental music in grades K-12
•Four levels of classroom practicum experience culminating in full-time student teaching
•Coursework in conducting, music methods, world cultures, and music theory
•Half Senior Recital milestone
•The specialization requires separate woodwind, brass, percussion, and string techniques courses plus Advanced Conducting
•Elementary and secondary field experiences culminate in orchestration and distinct instrumental student-teaching placements
Performance & Productions
•Large and small ensembles including Northwestern Choir, Symphonic Band, UNW Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and chamber ensembles
•Solo performance opportunities on campus and on local and international tours
•Annual Concerto-Aria Competition
•Proximity to world-class ensembles in Minneapolis and St. Paul
