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NON-SCHOLARSHIP SEEKING MUSIC TECHNOLOGY STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS

1. Apply for admission to 91²Ö¿â Stark
2. Click on this link and submit the interest form
3. Contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu or 330-244-3358 to discuss the program options.
4. After meeting with Dr. Michelle Bagwell, you will schedule your First Step Advising Appointment and schedule classes. 

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS SEEKING SCHOLARSHIP INSTRUCTIONS

1. Apply for admission to 91²Ö¿â Stark
2. Click on this link and submit the interest form 
3. Contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu or 330-244-3358 to discuss the program options.
4. After contacting Dr. Michelle Bagwell, you will receive information on how to submit audition recording to Dr. Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu or schedule audition day with Dr. Michelle Bagwell. If you have any questions about the audition process, how to submit materials, or audition requirements, please contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell.
5. Prepare for Your Performance Audition
6. Register for Classes -Before registering for a virtual First Step program (mandatory for first-year students) or scheduling to meet with an academic advisor (all other students), you will be contacted by Dr. Michelle Bagwell to confirm your next steps. Students may need to complete additional assessments for proper course placement—beyond the music major assessments.

MUSIC THEORY PLACEMENT

All Music Technology students start in the first theory course (Rudiments). If you feel you have music theory experience and would like to discuss testing out of the Rudiments course, please contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu. You will receive instructions on how to take the music theory placement assessment online via Canvas. The 30-minute theory placement assessment is used to place students into a music theory section with students of similar musical abilities and backgrounds. The placement will assess your knowledge of note reading, major and minor (natural, harmonic, melodic) scales, major and minor key signatures, meter and rhythm, intervals and triads.

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS

For information on applying for a $2,000 Betty J. Clementz Music Scholarship available to incoming music majors, contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu

PREPARE FOR YOUR PERFORMANCE AUDITION

Follow audition instructions below to prepare for your performance audition.

Voice: B.A. Music, Performance, Composition or Music Education Majors

• Prepare two contrasting memorized selections from the classical or folk repertoire. Repertoire similar to that on the OMEA Solo & Ensemble list is appropriate. One piece in a foreign language is preferred, but not necessary. One selection may be from the musical theatre genre. An accompanist will be provided.
• Music Technology students may prepare a voice assessment as described above or they may sing a version of Amazing Grace that will be provided. Contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu for a .pdf and .mp3. The music technology voice audition does not have to be memorized.
• Contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu or questions regarding appropriate repertoire.

Piano: B.A. Music, Performance, Composition or Music Education Majors

• Prepare two pieces from contrasting periods (baroque, classical, romantic, XXth century).
• Music Technology students may prepare a piano assessment as described above or they may prepare one of the following:
  1. A contemporary piece from sheet music (preferred choice)
  2. An original composition
  3. A piece learned by ear
• Contact Dr. Sebastian Birch at sbirch@kent.edu for questions regarding appropriate repertoire.

Electric Guitar: B.A. Music, Music Technology Majors

• Prepare two pieces that demonstrate you playing at your absolute best!
• Playing two pieces in different styles is recommended.
• One of the two selections can be an original composition.
• Students may play solo or with tracks.
  • A backing track without the guitar part is preferred, but playing with the original recording is permissible if one is not available.
  • An amp and cable will be provided for on-site auditions. If students require additional gear (pedals, capo, slide, etc.), they must provide it along with any peripheral gear (power supply for pedals, additional 1/4 inch cables, etc.)
• Contact Erin Vaughn at evaughn1@kent.edu for questions regarding appropriate repertoire.

Electric Bass: B.A. Music, Music Technology Majors

• Prepare two pieces that demonstrate you playing at your absolute best!
• Playing two pieces in different styles is recommended.
• Students may play solo or with tracks.
  • A backing track without the bass part is preferred, but playing with the original recording is permissible if one is not available.
  • An amp and cable will be provided for on-site auditions. If students require additional gear, like a pedal, they must provide it along with any peripheral gear (power supply for pedals, additional 1/4 inch cables, etc.)
• Contact Erin Vaughn at evaughn1@kent.edu for questions regarding appropriate repertoire.

All Other Instruments

• Prepare two contrasting pieces that show your abilities.
• Contact Dr. Michelle Bagwell at dbagwel1@kent.edu for questions regarding appropriate repertoire.