Virtual BOCH Festival 2021

8:30am:

Student Track:

Welcome Session

Dr. Washington Garcia, Director of the UNO School of Music

9:00am:

Student Track:

Sessions with the Conductors

Band: Dr. Karen Fannin and Dr. Joshua Kearney

Choir: Dr. Derrick Fox

Orchestra: Prof. Miguel Harth-Bedoya

Meet the conductors and learn about ensemble opportunities in the UNO School of Music for music majors and non-majors.

9:30am:

Student Track:

Flute Masterclass with Dr. Christine Erlander Beard

Oboe Masterclass with Darci Gamerl

Bassoon Masterclass with James Compton

Clarinet Masterclass with Dr. Emily McIvor

Saxophone Masterclass with Dr. Ben Nichols

Trumpet Masterclass with Jason Johnson

Horn Masterclass with Ross Snyder

Trombone and Euphonium Masterclass with Dr. Jay Wise

Tuba Masterclass with Alex Serwatowski

Percussion Masterclass with Dr. Hannah Weaver

Violin Masterclass with Dr. Mary Perkinson and Prof. Olga Smola  

Viola Masterclass with Brian Sherwood

Cello Masterclass with Greg Clinton

Bass Masterclass with Prof. Jeremy Baguyos

Voice Masterclass and College Audition Preparation Session with Prof. Shelby VanNordstrand, Prof. Zac Colby, and Leah Kolar

Teacher Track:

Join any Masterclass – open to all. 

10:30am:

Student Track:

Mini-Lessons (instrumental) with UNO faculty begin (20/25-minute lessons).

Open Zoom session with Voice Faculty begins (open until 12:30).

Drop in our Zoom Room to meet the voice area faculty, ask questions about auditions, get vocal advice or mini lessons, or find out more about our programs.

UNO Admissions session

For any students wishing to visit with an admissions counselor and hear more about application and admission to UNO.

Teacher Track:

The Versatile Curriculum—Working with Composers in the Era of COVID-19 (50-minute session)

Dr. Joshua Kearney

For many ensemble directors during the time of COVID-19, finding/selecting repertoire and developing curriculum materials has become significantly more complicated. Scheduling, instructional formats, safety precautions, etc. have highlighted the unique situations many of our country’s music programs are facing, often rendering a one-size-fits-all approach to planning inefficient and potentially ineffective. By interfacing with composers, even once the COVID-19 pandemic has ended, teachers can develop a curriculum that is budget-friendly, versatile, engaging, and tailor-made for their students.

11:00am:

Student Track:

Open Zoom session with Voice Faculty continues.

Mini Lessons (Instrumental) continue.

Student and Teacher Track:

Musician Health & Wellness (30-minute session)

Dr. Mary Perkinson

As musicians we are hard-wired to prioritize our music-making, oftentimes at the expense of our physical, mental, and emotional health.  This session will explore the eight dimensions of wellness, how they apply to musicians, and strategies for incorporating whole-body wellness into your every-day practice and music-making routine. 

11:30am:

Teacher Track:

Starting a Master’s Degree in Music (50-minute session)

Dr. Shelly Cooper and Dr. Katrina Cox

Are you thinking about continuing your education and starting a Master’s degree in music?  If so, come learn about the Master’s degrees offered at the UNO School of Music. Other items discussed will include admissions criteria and time to completion. Following a brief summary of programs and requirements, will be an opportunity for Q&A from the participants. 

12:00pm:

Student Track:

Open Zoom session with Voice Faculty continues.

Mini-lessons (instrumental) continue. 

Jazz Improvisation (50-minute session)

Dr. Pete Madsen

This session is for students who want to hone their jazz improvisation skills but have not had much experience or formal training. If you are sometimes nervous about improvising in front of others this session is for you because you'll have the option of being muted the entire time in the comfort of your own home! Please have headphones or external speakers available when you zoom in to this session.

12:30pm:

Teacher Track:

Juggling Artistry and Strategy: Maximizing Time in Our Rehearsals, Days, and Years (50-minute session)

Dr. Karen Fannin

One of our greatest challenges is struggling with how we spend our time.  How do we make time to fuel our artistry on a daily basis while juggling a myriad of logistical tasks?  Discussed will include creative ways to maximize time in rehearsal, ideas of how to prioritize our musical growth, and strategies to conquer nonmusical roadblocks that can get in the way of music making. 

1:00pm:

Student Track:

Mini-lessons (instrumental) continue.

So, You Want to Be a Music Major (50-minute session)

Dr. Shelly Cooper and Dr. Katrina Cox

Drs. Cooper and Cox will take you through a typical day, year, and program of a music education major at a NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) Accredited School.  If you wish to stay past the initial presentation, you can learn the specifics about UNO’s Music Education Program.

1:30pm:

Teacher Track:           

Refreshed and Renewed: Protecting Your Passion for Teaching in the Music Classroom (50-minute session)

Dr. Derrick Fox

This session will offer strategies for the music educator who is looking to refocus their purpose and practice in the classroom.

2:00pm:

Student Track:

Mini-lessons (instrumental) continue.

Student and Teacher Track:

The Piccolo Un-EAR-Plugged (50-minute session)

Dr. Christine Erlander Beard

2:30pm:

Teacher Track:

Revamping Your Solo Voice Literature (50-minute session)

Prof. Shelby VanNordstrand

Are you interested in diversifying the solo vocal literature you assign for District Music Contest? If so, this session is for you! This session explores unknown art songs of marginalized composers for the high singer. Walk away with new ideas and resources for your next District Music Contest!

3:00pm:

Student Track:

Mini-lessons (instrumental) continue.

UNO School of Music Advisory Council Panel Discussion (50-minute session)

Learn more about what the UNO School of Music has to offer for you from a college student perspective.  Led by current UNO students.

3:30pm:

Teacher Track:

Teaching Strings for the Non-String Player (30-minute session)

Dr. Mary Perkinson

Teaching any instrument outside of your primary instrument family can be challenging and at times overwhelming. This session will provide tips and tricks on the basics of left- and right-hand violin technique.  We’ll explore exercises and techniques that you can apply to your own string development and pass on to your students. 

4:00pm:

Student Track:

Mini-lessons (instrumental) continue.

Teacher Track:

Trombone for Dummies: For those who feel like the kid on the playground who can't swing and don't know how to use the slide! (50-minute session)

Dr. Pete Madsen

Ever feel like the kid on the playground who can't swing and doesn't know how to use the slide? This session is geared towards non-trombone playing teachers and will discuss common pitfalls of aspiring young trombonists including pitch, articulation, buzzing, and stylistic idiosyncrasies of the jazz genre.

5:00pm: