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Spend-a-Day with the Music Department at Mansfield University

Monday, October 11, 2021 (Holiday for many K-12 schools)

Register for Spend-a-Day Here

Who Should Participate:

Any high school junior and senior who wishes to be a music major, music minor, or just wants to continue to be involved in music during college. This is a great way to imagine your future at Mansfield University!

What:

During the day a current Mansfield University student representative will escort you to and from all classes in Butler Music Center and also to lunch in Manser Dining Hall. If you are interested in a taking a lesson with one of our instrumental or vocal faculty, please let us know and we will schedule a lesson time for you. Students may observe classes in other areas dependent upon availability.

Where:

Most classes will take place in Butler Music Center, but you will also tour campus and enjoy lunch in Manser Dining Hall. Upon registration we will develop a personalized itinerary that reflects your interests.

When:

Monday, October 11, 2021. Registration will be begin at 8:30 am and the day will conclude around 4:30 pm.

Questions:

Please call us at 570-662-4710. Or, send an email to Dr. Nathan Rinnert, dept. chair, nrinnert@mansfield.edu

Introductory Lessons:

Participants will have the option of requesting 20- to 30-minute introductory lessons with available faculty.  Lessons will be scheduled based on faculty availability.  

Instant Acceptance:

The Admissions Office will be providing instant decisions for prospective students who submit a completed application at this event! Students must provide a completed application, an official high school transcript and official SAT or ACT scores. Students who submit all the necessary materials will receive an admissions decision by the end of the day. Music majors then only need to complete an audition for full acceptance into Mansfield University!

Auditions leading to early Music Major acceptance and early Music Scholarship consideration:

Participants will have the option of registering for auditions during the afternoon (1:30-3:30).  Auditon requirements and registration can be found here.  Auditioning particpants will be notified of music major acceptance status within 2 weeks.  Auditioning participants will also be considered for ealy music scholarship offerings - with notification by Dec. 1.

Register here

Sample Schedule

 8:30       Registration – Butler Music Center First Floor (light refreshments)

 

9:30        Basic Music I – Written & Aural Theory – first semester music theory course for all music majors – Room 136

FOR PARENTS: MUSIC @ MU- presentation and discussion with MU Music Department Chair, Dr. Nathan Rinnert, Butler 163

 

10:30     Vocal and Instrumental Chamber Music Recital with current MU students – featuring a wide variety of student ensembles – Steadman Theater

Campus Tour for parents & students auditioning in the afternoon – Meet at registration table

 

11:30      Concert Choir rehearsal – premier large choral ensemble– Steadman Theater

Admissions & Financial Aid presentations for parents – Butler 102

 

12:30      Lunch with MU music student representatives in Manser Dining Hall

Lunch for parents  -  Manser Dining Hall

 

1:30        Options to choose from:

  • Campus Tour - led by music department Mountie Ambassadors – depart from Manser, finish at Butler
  • Concert Jazz Band & Mansfieldians – 17-piece jazz big-band & the MU jazz choir – Steadman Theater
  • Chamber Singers – Butler 163

FOR PARENTS: Campus Tour or Free time – Opportunity to visit the campus bookstore in Alumni Hall

 

1:30-3:30        Opportunities to audition for Mansfield University Music Major acceptance and early consideration for music scholarships.  Register for an audition at https://music.mansfield.edu/audition-form.cfm

 

2:30        Options to choose from:

  • Voice Class – focus on vocal production and the teaching of singing – Butler 102
  • Woodwinds Class – focus on teaching and playing instruments from the woodwind family – Butler 136
  • Intro to Music Technology – experience the music technology facilities, equipment, and resources – Butler 208 (Computer Lab)

 

3:30       

  • The Spirit & Pride of PA Marching Band – marching arts ensemble – Practice field above Steadman Theater
  • Individual or Small-group Lessons with Music Faculty – Select studio faculty will be available to meet with students for introductory lessons and/or master-classes – various studio offices

 

 4:45 (Optional) Mountaineer Brass Band – authentic 30-piece British brass band – Steadman Theater