AU Music Academy

 ðŸŽµ Augustana Music Academy Workshop 2025 🎵

Join us for a transformative 4-day professional development experience designed for music educators and enthusiasts! This workshop, held July 7-10, 2025, at Augustana University, equips instructors with the skills and tools to embrace technological advancements in music education.

📚 Highlights Include:

  • Hands-on courses in Class Guitar, Digital Audio Workstations, PA Systems, and more.
  • Expert instruction from experienced educators and industry professionals.
  • Opportunities to earn graduate or undergraduate credit (optional).
  • Flexible accommodation and meal plans to suit your needs.

 ðŸŒŸ Whether you’re teaching K-12 or simply looking to expand your skillset, this academy is your gateway to innovative music education techniques and community connection.

Register today to secure your spot! Limited availability for certain courses.


Registrant Info




Session 1: July 7-8, 2025
Session 1: July 7-8, 2025

Please select your first and second choice for workshops, as some classes may/may not be able to run due to enrollment minimums/maximums. 
Cost: $75 per workshop.

Workshop Offerings: 

Class Guitar: Techniques and resources for teaching guitar in classroom settings. (Geoff Gunderson)

PA System Operation & Recording: Training in PA setup live sound and recording. (Scott Jibben)

Music Notation with Sibelius: A deep dive into Sibelius software for notation. (Anna Vorhes)

Composition & Arranging: Essential techniques for crafting and adapting music focusing on practical, classroom-friendly approaches. (Jeremy Hegg)

Instrumental Conducting: Refinement of conducting skills with attention to ensemble communication, expression and technique. (Dr. Christopher Unger)

Choral Conducting: Advanced conducting techniques tailored for choral ensembles focusing on vocal dynamics and artistic direction. (Dr. Russell Svenningsen)

Jazz Studies: An introduction to jazz techniques improvisation and stylistic interpretation for effective classroom jazz education. (Dr. Brian Hanegan)




Session 2: July 9-10, 2025
Session 2: July 9-10, 2025

Please select your first and second choice for workshops, as some classes may/may not be able to run due to enrollment minimums/maximums. 
Cost: $75 per workshop.

Workshop Offerings: 

Digital Piano Techniques & Ensembles: Practical methods for integrating digital pianos into group learning, from ensemble techniques to creative applications. (Susan Oglivy)

PA System Operation & Recording: Training in PA setup live sound and recording. (Scott Jibben)

Music Production with Pro Tools: Hands-on exploration for DAWs for music production and recording, tailored to classroom use. (Frank Cook)

Choral Conducting: Advanced conducting techniques tailored for choral ensembles focusing on vocal dynamics and artistic direction. (Dr. Russell Svenningsen)

Jazz Studies: An introduction to jazz techniques improvisation and stylistic interpretation for effective classroom jazz education. (Dr. Brian Hanegan)




Academic Credit

One credit available per each completed workshop. (Cost: $55 per credit.)

Lodging

Cost: $30 per night. augie.edu/ResidenceHalls

Meal Plan
Please select which meals you would like to purchase through Augustana through the duration of your workshop(s).
Quantity:
  $8.00
Quantity:
  $12.00
Quantity:
  $16.00
Quantity:
  $35.00