Whether you choose a career on stage or in the corner office, you’ll have the critical thinking, communication and problem-solving skills to thrive. This major will prepare you to work in any area of the music world—from performance to conducting to arts administration to church music to teaching. “Dominican provided me with the foundational skills that I needed to be a teacher and a church accompanist. Describes the theoretical and historical aspects of key Dominican musical types. This major will immerse you in music theory, history and composition, and in the performance of one or more instruments. I’m glad I was able to find a college that gave me so many great opportunities to learn, grow and share music!”. You’ll sharpen your technique and prepare for a career doing what you love. A narrative documenting the trajectory of Dominican music in the U.S. from the 1910s to 2010. You’ll have your choice from among programs on four continents. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. I landed a great internship with the help of my music advisor, and was able to make connections of my own through my voice teacher. Practical experience is built into the curriculum. A minor in music can complete all of the needed coursework at Dominican. It’s awarded on a competitive basis. By presenting multi-media resources, grounded in historical contexts and speaking to larger issues of immigration, identity, and diversity, this online platform provides a new approach to understanding Dominican music. "—students share their Dominican stories. Applied music instruction is offered in both individual and group lessons settings, depending upon evaluation and consent of instructor. It’s all part of URSCI—the Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Investigations Program—a distinctly Dominican initiative. Few sources exist that foreground the history of Dominican music making in the United …, “Hasta el día de hoy, solo existían registros de relatos parciales, anécdotas, testimonios personales, con limitada documentación, sobre la presencia y el aporte de los artistas dominicanos sobre la música …, "The CUNY Dominican Studies Institute website, A History of Dominican Music in the U.S, is an overdue addition to the story of Latin music in the United States. 1960s / Credit: CUNY Dominican Studies Institute Archives; Julio Cesar Rodriguez Collection. Pursue your passion for music! Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. For some classes, a proficiency evaluation and consent of instructor are required. For students and afficionados of Latin music, …, “Ever wanted to know about Dominican music but didn’t know where to start? One of the strongest features of Dominican's Music Department is the amount of in-class practice and one-on-one attention. By presenting multi-media resources, grounded in historical contexts and speaking to larger issues of immigration, identity, and diversity, this online platform provides a new approach to understanding Dominican music. Dominican Music, Dance and Performing Arts If you’re interested in developing an original creative or research project, you can apply for special funding from the university. Dominican’s IT department provides equipment checkout to faculty, staff, and students. Performance concentrations are offered in classical guitar, jazz and contemporary guitar, percussion, piano and voice. Try again later. Practice room facilities are available without charge to students currently enrolled in applied music course. Dominican University (DU) is a private Catholic university in River Forest, Illinois, affiliated with the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters.It offers bachelor's and master's degrees, certificate programs, and a PhD in information studies.Dominican University offers more than 50 majors in the Rosary College of Arts and Sciences and 20 programs in five graduate academic divisions. “The faculty are really well connected to the Chicago music scene. F: (708) 524-5990. Our curriculum is designed to foster lifelong intellectual and professional competence. Find out the many sides of theater at Dominican: from musical to classical to socially conscious. Help us grow this website and the archival collections at CUNY DSI. Music students often apply for graduate programs, grants, competitions, auditions, etc., that require audio and/or visual examples of their performing capabilities. These courses are available to all enrolled. 7900 West Division Street “This website is a remarkable resource for students, scholars, and all those interested in Latin and especially Dominican music culture. Biannual recitals offer a professional venue to showcase your talent. City Lore, Folklorist To ensure a broad exposure to the discipline, you’ll take courses at both Dominican and Concordia universities. Music courses—fundamentals, theory, history, survey, and applied music—are available to all college students as electives; some courses fulfill the fine arts core curriculum area requirement. Now I sing in a choir and in a variety of professional gigs.”. "There's something here for everyone! Start here! Concordia is located a half-mile east of Dominican’s Main Campus and across from Dominican’s Priory Campus. Repertoire, technical studies, and final performance criteria (juried exam, formal recital, public performance, or master class participation) are assigned according to the proficiency level of the student and the number of semester hours of applied music courses completed. You’ll enjoy faculty guidance and support throughout the process and even get a chance to present your work at an amazing campus expo in April. Professional, Continuing and Community Education, Undergraduate Research, Scholarship and Creative Investigations Program. Our internships will take you behind the scenes of arts organizations such as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Merit School of Music and the Old Town School of Folk Music. You may choose an interdepartmental major or minor suited to your particular needs and interests.