EnsemblesMusic Camps & FestivalsInformation for Music Students
Welcome to The Music Department at Utah Tech University!
Our Vision:
The Utah Tech University Music Department aspires to develop outstanding contributors and citizens. To do this we seek to:
- Nurture students and the community through providing and fostering profound musical experiences.
- Challenge people to think deeply about Music and its role in our society and our personal lives.
- Transform our students and the landscape of our university and community in creative and meaningful ways.
Concert Schedule
View All EventsDec 03, 2024 String Chamber Music Concert
7:30 pm
Eccles Concert Hall
Dec 04, 2024 Brass Concert
7:30 pm
Eccles Concert Hall
Dec 05, 2024 UT Holiday Choral Concert
Dec 06, 2024 Micro Music Concert
3:30 pm
Eccles Concert Hall
Dec 07, 2024 University Orchestra Concert
Dec 14, 2024 Holiday Brass Concert
Eccles Concert Hall
Time: TBA (Late Afternoon)
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships are available from the Utah Tech University Music Department.
These scholarships are not limited to music majors. Any student may apply. Scholarships are available for instrumentalists and vocalists.
Brass, woodwind, and percussion students should consider applying for orchestra scholarships as well and band scholarships.
Program Learning Outcomes
All Music Degrees
- Analyze and evaluate the elements, forms, and processes in music.
- Describe, categorize, and assess the major historical periods, composers, styles, and genres of music.
- Develop and defend musical judgments, and self-assess their efforts.
- Perform associated repertoire with technical proficiency and artistic expression on their instrument or voice.
- Use collaboration and leadership skills in making music.
- Apply pedagogical skills in their area by appropriately critiquing student work and designing an applicable learning strategy.
Music Education
- Analyze and evaluate school performance literature, method books, and teaching philosophies, and strategically design a school music program in terms of recruitment, curriculum, equity, and access.
- Create and teach lessons and activities incorporating the Utah core music standards and informed by best practices in music pedagogy and technology, including effective classroom management and rehearsal techniques, and age/skill-appropriate assessments.
Performance
- Perform on their instrument or voice in an exemplary manner that demonstrates a high level of achievement and career potential.
Our Mission:
The mission of the Utah Tech University Music Department is to prepare students for professional careers in music, to provide a high quality educational experience for all students, to serve as an educational and cultural resource for Utah Tech University, the local community, and the region, to develop character, dedication and excellence, and encourage lifelong learning.
NASM Contact
UT is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).
National Association of Schools of Music
11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA 20190-524
Contact
Dr. Roger Hale
Music Department Chair
Email: roger.hale@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-652-7922
Office: Eccles 114
All Music Department concerts listed are presumably in-person unless otherwise indicated. Most of these performances will also be broadcast through YouTube Live. Here is a link to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx8fQTXxhxOeFjMfiofuBng
Updates about events can be found on our Facebook page. Please “like” us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/utahtechmusic
*The flute choir concert has been moved to April 22 (instead of April 2)