Music has been an important part of Brewton-Parker’s cultural and academic life since 1914. The college has been an institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music since 1992.
The Division of Music provides a comprehensive study of music through music literature, theory, performance, history, technology and education. We believe that students are the heart of our program. They are active participants in their own aesthetic growth and creative enrichment. The music program encourages students to develop performing skills through private study and through participation in the college music ensembles.
Recognizing the need for a listening audience, the program offers a variety of courses for the general student body that assume no previous musical background and that are designed to enhance an understanding of the continuing tradition of the world's music.
The music program at BPC is unique in that it currently offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music as well as three Bachelor of Music degree concentrations in Music Education, Church Music, and Performance. A minor in music is also available.
Across Georgia and throughout the nation, our music graduates have established a reputation for quality through local church ministry, school music programs, and through national organizations.
Our team of committed faculty and staff and our truly inviting campus make Brewton-Parker College an excellent choice for dedicated musicians.
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Crescendo
CRESCENDO 2009 is a weekend experience designed for high school age musicians hosted by the Division of Music faculty at Brewton-Parker College on the college's main campus.
Students will immerse themselves in a wide variety of activities including private lessons taught by the music faculty and rehearsals with some of BPC's ensembles.Students will attend seminars, ensemble performances, and an Honors Recital given by Crescendo participants. Those participating in the Honors Recital will be selected during the private lessons which will be assigned on a first come, first serve basis.
Pianists, organists, instrumentalists (wind and percussion), and singers in the 11th or 12th grade are welcome to participate in all weekend activities. 9th and 10th grade pianists and organists are eligible to participate in Saturday activities only.
Registration and Honors Recital will be held in the Miller Music Building.
Reservations for CRESCENDO 2009 must be postmarked no later than January 23, 2009, and must include the $40 non-refundable fee which includes housing, meals, all weekend activities, and a CRESCENDO 2009 t-shirt. Saturday-only participants must include a $25 non-refundable fee which includes Saturday activities, lunch, and a CRESCENDO 2009
t-shirt.
No phone reservations will be taken.
Please contact the Division of Music at music@bpc.edu or call 912/583-3136 for more information.
Mission Audition is an intensive experience designed to provide singers with feedback on their current audition techniques and packages, and advice on ways to improve their performances and maximize their professional potential.
Directed by Maria Zouves, Associate Director of Opera Tampa and Co-Founder/Executive Director of the internationally acclaimed V.O.I.C.Experience Singer Training Program, this master class will offer participants and auditors unbiased observations and suggestions that reflect current industry trends as found at the highest levels.
This program is open to the general public. If you wish to participate as a singer or auditor, please contact the Division of Music at music@bpc.edu or call 912/583-3136.
Ms. Zouves has conducted dozens of audition master classes, and is adept at meeting students and professionals on their levels. Without exception, participants in her classes come away empowered and enthusiastic.
Maria Zouves made her Carnegie Hall début in 1997 and has sung leading roles with the Baltimore Opera, Memphis Opera, Orlando Opera and Florentine Opera, among others. Today, in addition to her duties with Opera Tampa, Ms. Zouves, along with her husband, legendary baritone Sherrill Milnes, produce one of the most prestigious programs for young artists in the United States:
V.O.I.C.Experience.
voiceperiencefoundation.com
Diane Bish, September 11th
“Diane Bish is a worldwide ambassador for the organ and its music..."
The American Organist
“Her playing is virtuosic and solidly musical….she blasted the crowd out of its pews in a whooping standing ovation.”
The Boston Globe
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Vladislav Lavrik, September 27th
"The horn of Vlad Lavrik was pure, sonorous and soaring."
The Orange County Register
".... Lavrik's triumphant final notes
drew a deserved ovation."
The Napa News
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Michael Nigro, September 30th
Nigro is an excellent guitarist, drawing a multitude of tone colors from his instrument and displaying great technical dexterity. He has a wide dynamic range, a very pretty sound, and an ability to vary his articulation for expressive purposes... Nigro performs with ease and a sense of style.
Long Beach Gazzette
The audience was enthralled by
Mr. Nigro's passionate performance of South American guitar pieces... He displayed expert guitar technique, especially in the sensitive dynamics, crisp rhythms, and rich palettes of color that he brought to his playing. He also had a nice, easy rapport with the audience, to whom he directed interesting comments about the music ... A terrifically satisfying event all around!"
San Diego Public Library
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Mary McDonald, October 10th
.......Mary McDonald is a multi-talented musician from Knoxville, Tennessee. Composer, arranger, producer, pianist and organist, Mary is active as a choral clinician, traveling throughout the United States conducting workshops and concertizing. She is the composer of nearly 300 published choral anthems, has served many years as accompanist for the Tennessee Men's Chorale, and was the featured composer for the 1990 Southern Baptist Convention.
Brewton-Parker College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate's and Bachelor's degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Brewton-Parker College.
