Department of Instrumental Music
West Chester University
West Chester, PA 19383
Department of Instrumental Music
J.C. Dobrzelewski, Chairperson
Jonathan Fowler, Graduate Coordinator
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Wells School of Music is to provide an inclusive, world-class education by engaging students in diverse and evolving degree programs that further artistic excellence and help students become valuable contributors to a greater society.
Vision Statement
The Wells School of Music will continue to develop quality and innovative programs to ensure student success. We will strive to build our standing as a cultural resource that begins in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and extends throughout the nation. Through performance and scholarship at the highest levels, our faculty will build national and international reputations that reflect on and contribute to the university community. As respected musicians, scholars, composers, performers, educators, and music therapists, our graduates will enter their respective fields with an entrepreneurial spirit that will foster innovation to meet the ever-changing landscape in the world of music.
All applicants to one of West Chester University’s graduate programs will be held to the graduate admissions requirements. When applicable, additional requirements for admission into specific department program(s) may be listed below.
Admission Requirements for the M.M. in Performance
In addition to the general requirements for admission to degree programs in music, performance applicants must:
- Schedule an interview with the graduate coordinator and the department chairperson
- Submit a repertoire list
- Demonstrate performance ability at an advanced level by performing for an audition committee
Vocal performance applicants must audition with a program, including selections drawn from Italian art song, German Lied, French melodie, opera, and oratorio as well as demonstrate diction competency in Italian, German, and French. Students lacking nine undergraduate credits in another language must remove this deficiency before candidacy.
All graduate students are held to the academic policies and procedures outlined in the graduate catalog. Students are encouraged to review departmental handbooks for program tips, suggested course sequences, and explanations of procedures. When applicable, additional policies for specific department programs may be listed below.
Professors
Karen Dannessa (2005)
B.M., Youngstown State University; M.M., Michigan State University; D.M., Florida State University
Jean-Christophe Dobrzelewski (2008)
Chairperson, Instrumental Music
Diploma of Modern Languages, Numaz-Droz School (Switzerland); Prix de Trompette, Conservatoire de Musique de Tueil-Malmaison (France); M.M., University of Maine; D.M.A., Arizona State University
Jonathan Fowler (2012)
Graduate Coordinator, Wells School of Music
B.M., University of Cincinnati College - Conservatory of Music; M.M., Temple University; D.M.A., Rutgers University
Henry Grabb (1992)
B.A., University of Central Florida; M.M., Northwestern University of Illinois; D.M., Florida State University
Ovidiu Marinescu (2003)
B.M., Music Bucharest Conservatory; M.M., University of Wisconsin; D.M.A., Temple University
Elizabeth L. Pfaffle (2012)
B.A., B.M.Ed, Ohio State University; M.M., Akron University; Mus.D., Indiana University
Kimberley Reighley (2005)
B.M., M.M., D.M.A., Temple University
Associate Professors
Daniel E. Cherry (2014)
B.M., Capital University; M.M., D.M.A., University of Cincinnati
Ralph Sorrentino (2016)
B.M., B.S., Ed.D., West Chester University; M.M., Temple University
Assistant Professors
John A. Gaarder (1999)
B.M., University of Wisconsin - Madison; M.M., New England Conservatory of Music
Peter Paulsen (1989)
B.M., West Chester University
Instructor
Gloria Galante (1993)
B.S., West Chester University
AES
AES 511. Chamber Recital. 2 Credits.
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AES 512. Instrumental Ensemble. 1 Credit.
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Repeatable for credit.
AIM
AIM 696. Recital Instrument. 1 Credit.
For music education majors in lieu of research report.
AIM 697. Recital Instrumental. 2 Credits.
For performance majors.
ALC
ALC 511. Brass Literature. 3 Credits.
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ALC 512. Brass Literature I. 1 Credit.
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ALC 513. Brass Literature II. 1 Credit.
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ALC 514. Brass Literature III. 1 Credit.
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ALC 522. Guitar Literature. 1 Credit.
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ALC 524. Guitar Literature III. 1 Credit.
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ALC 532. String Literature I. 1 Credit.
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ALC 533. String Literature II. 1 Credit.
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ALC 534. String Literature III. 1 Credit.
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ALC 542. Woodwind Literature I. 1 Credit.
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ALC 543. Woodwind Literature II. 1 Credit.
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ALC 544. Woodwind Literature III. 1 Credit.
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ALC 551. Instrumental Literature. 3 Credits.
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ALC 552. Percussion Literature I. 1 Credit.
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ALC 553. Percussion Literature II. 1 Credit.
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ALC 554. Percussion Literature III. 1 Credit.
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INE
INE 510. Woodwind Quintet. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a woodwind chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 511. Flute Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a flute chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 512. Clarinet Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a clarinet chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 513. Saxophone Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a saxophone chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 520. Brass Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a brass chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 521. Trumpet Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a trumpet chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 522. Horn Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a horn chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 523. Trombone Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a trombone chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 524. Tuba Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a tuba chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 525. Brass Quintet. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a brass quintet chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 530. Percussion Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
This chamber ensemble is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of works from the percussion ensemble repertoire, with the competence and musicianship necessary for a successful career as a percussionist. Membership by audition.
INE 530 Prerequisite: Requires an audition.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 531. Steel Drum Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The WCU Steel Drum Ensemble (Ram Pans) is a traditional steel band featuring music from the Caribbean, and more specifically the island of Trinidad. The 25-piece ensemble features a range of steel drums from bass pans up to lead pans performing a wide range of entertaining music. All are welcome to perform in this group, and no audition is required.
INE 531 Prerequisite: Must know how to read music notation.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 540. String Quartet. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a string chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INE 550. Guitar Ensemble. 0.5-1 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary in a guitar chamber music setting.
Repeatable for credit.
INM
INM 501. Graduate Minor Lesson. 1 Credit.
Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 502. Graduate Minor Lesson. 1 Credit.
Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 503. Graduate Minor Lesson. 1 Credit.
Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 504. Graduate Minor Lesson. 1 Credit.
Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 511. Graduate Applied Lesson. 1 Credit.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 512. Graduate Applied Lesson. 1 Credit.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 513. Graduate Applied Lesson. 1 Credit.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 514. Graduate Applied Lesson. 1 Credit.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Individual instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 531. Graduate Applied Music Performance Lesson. 3 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform repertoire in a variety of styles and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class. Students receive individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 532. Graduate Applied Music Performance Lesson. 3 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform repertoire in a variety of styles and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class. Students receive individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 533. Graduate Applied Music Performance Lesson. 4 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform repertoire in a variety of styles and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson, weekly Laboratory Studio Class and Degree Chamber Recital. Students receive individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 534. Graduate Applied Music Performance Lesson. 4 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform repertoire in a variety of styles and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class and Degree Solo Recital. Students receive individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 541. Graduate Applied Performance Lesson. 3 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class. Individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 542. Graduate Applied Performance Lesson. 3 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class. Individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 543. Graduate Applied Performance Lesson. 3 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class. Individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 544. Graduate Applied Performance Lesson. 3 Credits.
The course is designed to prepare the student to perform a variety of repertoire, styles, and mediums with competence and musicianship necessary for success in music teaching and performance. Course includes individual applied lesson as well as weekly Laboratory Studio Class. Individual and group instruction in applied music covering a course of study derived primarily but not exclusively from the traditions of Western music. Activities include the study and performance of technical exercises and repertoire suitable for solo and chamber performance. Stress is placed on the development of an attitude of artistic maturity on the part of the student and upon artistic performance at all levels of proficiency. The mission of this course is consistent with the Instrumental Music Department and curriculum.
INM 999. Instrumental Music Transfer Credits (Graduate). 1-9 Credits.
transfer credit
MIP
MIP 510. Musician Injury Prevention. 1 Credit.
This course investigates injury prevention and treatment for performing musicians.
OBO
OBO 545. Advanced Oboe Priv Lesson. 3 Credits.
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