MODERN MUSIC MAKING - MUE 555
July 28 - August 1, 2025
In-Person - 3 Credits
The West Chester University Modern Music-Making Symposium is a hands-on workshop that explores the pedagogy and skills used to successfully implement and sustain creative experiences in the music classroom through popular music styles. With a focus on modern band programming that is student-centered, inclusive, and culturally-responsive, participants will gain experience teaching and performing on guitar, bass, keyboard, drum set, vocals, ukulele, and DAWs. This workshop is geared toward classroom music and popular music ensembles, as well as popular music contexts in band, choir, and orchestra. No prior experience is necessary.
COURSE
DETAILS
Daily Schedule
Monday
- 8:00-9:00am – Welcome and Orientation
- 9:00am-12:00pm – Music Will Modern Band 101 Training
- 12:00-1:00pm – Lunch
- 1:00-3:00pm – Music Will Modern Band 101 Training
- 3:00-5:00pm – Creative Experiences in Modern Band
Tuesday/Wednesday
- 8:00am-12:00pm – Full group Sessions
- 12:00-1:00pm – Lunch
- 1:00-2:30pm – Full Group Session
- 2:30-5:00pm – Creative Experiences in Modern Band
Thursday
- 8:00-10:00am – Creative Experiences in Modern Band
- 10:00-11:00am – Creative Experiences Culminating Performances & Presentation
- 11:00am-12:00pm – Lunch
- 12:00-5:00pm – Industry Day (Exploring career paths and insider perspectives in popular music. May involve off-campus site visits. Transportation provided).
Friday
- 8:00am-5:00pm – Participants attend the F-flat Books Annual Back-to-School Summer Symposium (Hosted by Wells School of Music in Swope Hall).
Course Enrollment and Workshop Registration
Course Enrollment – MUE 555
| Enrollment Options | In-State | Out of State |
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Masters+ |
Tuition - $316 per credit* Fees - $139 per credit *Reflects $200 tuition discount |
Tuition - $574 per credit* Fees - $151 per credit *Reflects $200 tuition discount |
Non-Degree Seeking |
Tuition - $516 per credit Fees - $139 per credit |
Tuition - $774 per credit Fees - $151 per credit |
Masters Students |
Tuition - $516 per credit Fees - $139 per credit |
Tuition - $774 per credit Fees - $151 per credit |
Act 48 Workshop**students enrolling for the workshop do not receive graduate credit |
$1200 - Participant $500 - Audit (for students that have previously completed the course) $500 - Current WCU Undergraduate Student |
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WORKSHOP
INSTRUCTORS
David Bowman
Henry Pearlberg