MacPhail College of Music - Coda Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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52 .. , .A, . , .. . , .. , .... 2 .... .. . . , .. . .... ,. A. , , , r, . . ..... . . . ..... 4 ,4 . Weekly Faculty Concerts Recitals are given weekly by members of the school faculty when students have the opportunity of hearing programs given by artists of great interpre- tative ability. These concerts are recognized among the leading events of the city's musical calendar. Evening Instruction To meet the demand of many who cannot attend during the day, arrangements may be made for evening lessons in departments of harmony, history, ear train- ing, normal methods, and private lessons in all branches, including a com- plete course leading to graduation. -Beginners The MacPhail School offers beginners, instructors of experience and proven ability, which insures rapid advancement and a correct method. Private Lessons Une of the chief reasons for the success of the MacPhail School is the fact that all instruction in the voice, piano, organ and orchestral instrument depart- ments is given in private lessons in which the student has the entire attention of the teacher. Practice Records Students should enter amount of daily practice on the practice records fur- nished by the school to be brought to the teacher each lesson. Practice Studios Those wishing to practice at the school may secure practice studios on appli- cation to the ofhce. Summer Session The six weeks' summer session commencing the Monday following the closing of the regular school year offers teachers and students the opportunity of becom- ing acquainted with the most modern ideas in the science of teaching. This course is more intensive than the regular study, and is designed to cover a large amount of ground in a short space of time. Public School Music as taught in the MacPhail School summer session has made a special appeal to those who are interested in adding this branch of pedagogy to their accomplishments. No less valuable is the special work offered in piano, voice, violin, organ and dramatic art. In the department of voice, students are given private lessons in technics and interpretation. There are classes in normal methods of special interest to the teachers seeking new ideas and inspiration for their work. A special summer folder is issued about February first which will be mailed upon request.

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General Information Lyceum and Chautauqua Engagements The MacPhail School is in touch with the leading lyceum and chautauqua companies and annually supplies a large number of its students with engagements. Operatic quartets, orchestra and dramatic companies are formed and coached, and sent on both summer and Winter tours. Those having considerable previous train- ing can qualify for lyceum and chautauqua positions in one year. Minneapolis, A Music Center The splendid opportunities offered for hearing the World's greatest music and the renowned artists who visit the city annually giving recitals, have made Minneapolis the music center of the Northwest. Famous throughout the land, the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra gives its home patrons sixteen evening concerts and twenty-four matinees. The city is also favored with beautiful lakes and parks, and its churches and art galleries exert a strong influence upon the education of its population. Mu Phi Epsilon Sorority The MacPhail School has the honor of being the home of a chapter in the National Honorary Musical Sorority, Mu Phi Epsilon. It aims to foster a high standard of scholarship. Sigma Alpha Iota Sorority The Sigma Alpha Iota Sorority also maintains a chapter at the school. Activi- 'ties include regular program meetings and during the winter many pleasant social gatherings are held. Girl's Club The MacPhail School girls' club is organized principally to promote friend- ship among students and offers opportunity for social gatherings. All students of the school are invited to become members. During the year monthly programs are given. Self Help Students desiring to earn part of their expenses are given every assistance by the school. The registrar is in close touch with a number of sources of employ- ment and many music students have found it possible to secure part time work while pursuing their studies. Through the school bureau, advanced students are given many opportunities for concert and orchestral engagements, which mate- rially assist them financially. Opportunities for Public Appearance The MacPhail School believes in public recitals and offers students every facility for acquiring the experience necessary for successfully appearing before an audience. Each teacher gives at least two pupils' recitals annually and many hold monthly class meetings when students play for and criticise each other. This train- ing is invaluable in effacing self-consciousness and restraint and developing poise and confidence.

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