The North Carolina Summer Institute in Choral Art and the Hayes School of Music, Appalachian State University present:

 

Music Certification Workshop

In preparation for the 2009 National Board for Professional Teaching Standards - Music Area

June 15-20,2008

 Beautiful North Carolina Mountain Climate

In-depth week long study!

    

"This is a little belated, but I wanted to thank you for the help I received at the National Board class the summer of 2006.  I completed my portfolio, took the assessment center and PASSED.  The information and help that I gleaned from my week in Boone made all the difference.  I whole-heartedly recommend the workshop to anyone who is even thinking about trying for NBPTS certification.  I was able to go through the process with clarity and understanding.  Thanks again. Linda P

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“As an older educator I was apprehensive about current teaching techniques and completing requirements for this National Board Certification. I left this workshop with new ideas and I also left feeling validated and comfortable with my teaching style. Now that I am in the process of certification I find I am light years ahead of my colleagues. Thank you!!”           Beverly, High School Choral

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"This workshop was the best money I could have spent in preparation for NBPTS! The week long in depth seminar was led by top notch presenters in lovely Boone, North Carolina. Together we small group of travelers had the same destination in mind...National Board Music Certification. I learned and I made friendships that will last a lifetime!"  Teresa, Elementary

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"This workshop helped me roll back the fog I felt encased in when I first received my NBPTS Candidate box and started reading!!"  Jenny, Elementary/Middle

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"I would not have attempted NBPTS Music Certification without this workshop!"  Cathy, Elementary

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Classes include:

Overview of NBPTS and Music Certification:

 

 

candidates will gain an understanding of the goals of NBPTS and the specific requirements of each of the ten components of music certification.

 
Overview of Music Historical Repertoire:

 

candidates will review pertinent aspects of music history as it applies to NBPTS. Guided listening will be practiced
Overview of Music from a World Sample:

 

candidates will review pertinent aspects of world music as it applies to NBPTS. Guided listening will be practiced.
Overview of Applied Music Theory and Composition:

 

 

candidates will review pertinent aspects of music theory and composition as it applies to NBPTS. Composition exercises will be practiced.

 
Overview of Portfolio Entries:

 

 

 

candidates will gain an understanding of the four portfolio entries and will receive tips for organizing and writing for each entry. Techniques for successful approaches to the entries will be shared.

 

Overview of the Assessment Center Exercises:

 

 

candidates will gain an understanding of the six assessment center exercises and will receive test taking tips for each. Techniques for successful approaches to preparing for the assessment center exercises will be shared.

Choosing and Videotaping Lessons for the Portfolio Entries:

 

 

 

 

candidates will gain an understanding of what is required and will hear approaches to successfully completing the requirements. Advice on videotaping techniques will be shared.

 

 

Time Management Techniques:

 

 

candidates will hear advice on putting it all in perspective - how to balance NBPTS candidacy with family and professional teaching commitments. 

 

Panel Discussion:

 

 

candidates will hear a variety of perspectives as related to NBPTS from certified teachers and advanced candidates.

Renewal Credit:

 

candidates may receive up to 4.0 renewal credits for completing this workshop

Who will guide you?  

 

 

Laura Sam of Williams High School is course administrator assisted by Nationally Certified Teachers, Hayes School of Music Faculty, outstanding North Carolina Teachers who have completed certification.

 Meals and Lodging?

 

Appalachian State University Hayes School of Music, Dormitories and Cafeteria
Cost?

 

 

 

$525 double, $675 single (recommended), $425 commuter. Cost includes room, all materials, all meals, insurance. and guest educators. Spouses not participating in the workshop are welcome; contact us for costs.

 

Note: The NBPTS Music Certification Workshop and the NCSICA Choral Camp are being held concurrently but separately in the same facility. The daily schedule for each will prevent any teacher from attending both.

How to apply?

 

Fill out and return the application below by April 15th, 2008. Late fees apply at $10 per 2 week period past 4/15– see PayPal Payment page. Personal, PayPal and school checks welcome! Apply early – limited dormitory space is available. Refund minus $50 until May 30 – no refunds after June 1, 2008. Minimum enrollment is 25; maximum enrollment is 50.We reserve the right to cancel this workshop if necessary.
Special travel arrangements:  

If you are flying or driving in from out of state, we can help you!

 
Questions?  Please email us at: info@ncsica.com

 

 

Music Certification Workshop 2008

Faculty Listing

Dr. William Harbinson

Music Theory Overview and Instrumental Composition

 William Harbinson is the Dean of the Mariam Cannon Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.  Dr. Harbinson is a commissioned composer (BMI) whose compositions have been published by Carl Fisher (New York), Alfred Publishers (California), ALRY Publications (Charlotte), MMB Music Publishers (St. Louis, MO), TRN Music Publishers (New Mexico), and Carolina Catholic Music Publishers (NC).  He has been nominated as the North Carolina Music Teachers Association Composer of the year (1986) and was a finalist in the Pi Kappa Lambda National Composition Contest (1993) and the National String Orchestra Association Composition Contest (1998). His Songs of Appalachia received an honorable mention in the Americas Vocal Ensemble Competition Contest (1999).  Dr. Harbinson's works for band appear on several state contest/festival lists.  He has received six Editor's Choice Awards (Pepper Music Catalog) that identify "the very best of the new music available".  A CD of Dr. Harbinson's songs, performed by the vocal quartet APPropos!, was released in 1999.  His works have received performances by ensembles and chamber players throughout the United States and abroad. 

Dr. Harbinson received his Ph.D. in Music Theory from Florida State University, the M.M. in Music Theory from the University of Alabama, and the B.M. in Music Education from Appalachian State University.  He taught band and chorus at North Rowan High School in Spencer, North Carolina (1977 to 1980).  He was a graduate teaching assistant in music theory at the University of Alabama (1975-1977) and a doctoral teaching assistant in music theory at Florida State University (1980-1982). Dr. Harbin son joined the faculty of Florida State University as a visiting assistant professor of music theory in 1982.  In 1984, he returned to Appalachian State University as the coordinator of music theory where he was awarded the Outstanding Teaching Award in 1992.  He served as Associate Dean and coordinator of graduate studies in music (1988-2000) and was appointed Dean of the Hayes School of Music in the summer of 2000. 

Dr. Maribeth Yoder-White

Time Management Skills for the Music Educator, Portfolio Techniques and Overview  Elementary area composition techniques

Dr. Maribeth Gail Yoder-White is on the faculty of the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University (ASU) in Boone, North Carolina where she teaches graduate and undergraduate music education courses, supervises student teachers, and serves as Coordinator of Music Education. Prior to her appointment at ASU, Dr. Yoder-White taught in the School of Music at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro for eleven years where she conducted the Women’ s Glee Club and taught graduate and undergraduate music education courses.

Yoder-White is a certified Orff-Schulwerk specialist and frequently presents workshops featuring her compositions and arrangements. She teaches Orff-Schulwerk certification courses and serves as clinician and author for Silver Burdett-Scott Foresman. Additionally, Yoder-White maintains active participation in music education research and has presented papers and authored articles in national, regional, and state arenas. She served as keynote presenter at the 2003 and 2005 Hawaii Music Educators Association Conference in Honolulu and traveled to Bangkok and Hong Kong in 2004 to present at the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools Conferences. A frequent clinician, consultant, and adjudicator for choral workshops and festivals throughout the country, Yoder-White serves as editor of the Hinshaw Music choral series, “Accent on Youth.” Active in many professional organizations, Yoder-White currently serves as President of the North Carolina Music Educators Association.

 

Mrs. Laura Sam

Guided Discussion Groups, Panel Discussion with Certified teachers, Mock testing

Laura Sam teaches Choral Music and Musical Theater at Williams High School in Burlington, North Carolina. After earning a Bachelor of Music degree from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1984, she accepted the position at Williams High School. Under the direction of Laura Sam, the Williams High School Chorus has participated in numerous International Choral Festivals and has toured extensively in Austria and Italy. Laura is an active member of NCMEA, MENC, and ACDA. She earned her National Board Certification in Music (Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood) in 2002 and has coached many NC teachers through the certification process.

Ms. Laurie Semmes

Music From a World Sample

Laurie Ruth Semmes was born in Madison, Wisconsin. Raised in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, she attended Lawrence University and, in 1983, earned the Bachelor of Music degree in music education. Laurie went on to complete the Master of Arts degree, also in music education, at the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester in 1985.

Relocating to Sarasota, Florida, Laurie served as a private school band director while performing as a French hornist in the Florida West Coast Symphony, the Sarasota-Manatee Community Orchestra, and other area ensembles on a contractual basis. In 1993, she began graduate studies in ethnomusicology at The Florida State University. After completing the Ph.D. in August of 2002, Laurie was hired by FSU to fill a one-year visiting assistant professorship. In August of 2003, Laurie accepted the position of Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology in the Mariam Cannon Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University, where she is currently on the faculty. Her research interests include Ukrainian-American bandura education and performance, and exoticism in the musical theatre.

Ms. Joy Harrison Rust

Joy Harrison Rust is the music specialist at South Graham Elementary School in Alamance County, NC.  In addition to teaching pre-school through Grade 5, she serves on the leadership team, mentors beginning teachers, supervises student teachers, and directs the "Inspirations," a select singing group of 25 fourth and fifth graders. Joy graduated from Capital University, Columbus, Ohio, where she majored in piano and music education.  She holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from National-Louis University in Chicago, and became National Board Certified with the first group of music educators in 2002. She has taken children to perform at the 2nd Annual NC State Elementary School Conference in October 2006, as well as the 10th Annual NC State Closing the Achievement Gap conference in March 2006.  She has been a presenter at both IMEA (Illinois) and NCMEA conventions. Joy also serves as the music director, organist and children's choir director at Macedonia Lutheran Church in Burlington, NC. 
 

 

Note: To print application, highlight or select the entire application, place cursor on selected portion, hit CTRL+P and select the option of printing "Selection."

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APPLICATION

Name:________________________________________________________

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Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________________________

Home phone:(____) _____________  Cell:(____)_________________

Email:_______________________________________________________________________

Teaching location:______________________ Band          Chorus         Orchestra       General
(circle all that apply) Elementary         Middle           Senior

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Check all that apply:

 
 
______  Music Certification Workshop, single occupancy,  $675.00
_____   Music Certification Workshop, double occupancy $525.00

______  Music Certification Workshop, commuter              

$425.00  (no lodging/no meals)
______   Renewal Credit $  35.00

______ Payment enclosed ______ Paying using PayPal, date:_______

Please make all checks payable to NCSICA and mail by April 15, 2008. Late fees apply after 4/15. Mail application to: NCSICA, PO Box 10883, Greensboro, NC 27404

Signature of applicant: ___________________________________Date:___________

Workshop registration begins at 11:30 AM on 6/15 and workshop will end approx 6 PM on 6/20. Boone is a good three hour drive to/from Charlotte or Greensboro NC airports. Distance registrants may secure an additional night's stay pre or post workshop for a fee of $30 per person per night. See PayPal page to add this charge to your registration costs. Whenever possible we will help you carpool to and from airports if you will alert us to your need.

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