TI:ME PROGRAM

WEDNESDAY, FEB 11, 2004

TI:ME sessions on Wednesday require separate registration from TMEA.

Registration to attend only CPE TS sessions is $40.00

Registration to attend CPE TL (Hands-on computer lab) and TS sessions is $70.00

Pre-registeration via www.tmea.org is a requirement to attend any of the TI:ME Wednesday sessions.

T 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM / CC EAST REGISTRATION

TI:ME Registration

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 206

Integrating Technology Into Your K-4 Music Classroom

Clinician: Amy Burns, Far Hills Country Day School

CPE TS011/1.25 Hrs

Burns will present various lessons on how to integrate technology into the general music classroom by utilizing computer-assisted instruction (CAI), notation software, and sequencing software. In addition to presenting lessons that can be used in a MIDI lab or computer lab, Burns will show how technology can be incorporated into a general music classroom with limited resources.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 207

To Burn or Not To Burn: It's More Than an Ethical Question

Clinician: James Frankel, Franklin Avenue MS

CPE TS012/1.25 Hrs

Frankel will direct an in-depth look at the controversy surrounding burning music on to CD's and using them in the classroom setting as well as other pertinent copyright issues concerning the burning of CD's. Legal guidelines will be discussed as well as the consequences of using illegally burned music in the classroom.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 209

Music Analysis with a Digital Audio Sequencer

Clinician: Daniel Newsom, Berklee College of Music

CPE TL011/1.25 Hrs

A hands-on lecture/demonstration exploring ways in which students at all levels can deepen their understanding of music through examination and manipulation of digital audio files.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 210

Teaching Music Production in the Classroom

Clinician: David Franz, Berklee College of Music

Sponsored by: Berklee Press

CPE TS013/1.25 Hrs

The ability to teach students the music production process is now easier than ever. Because of the exploding home studio market, we are now able to illuminate the roles of the producer and the engineer through examples that students can try in the classroom or their own home studios. Using a combination of print and online resources, Franz will demonstrate the power of online learning for both teacher and student with a focus on facilitating structured classes on music production.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 211

Student Composition Using ACID Loop-Based Music Software

Clinician: Dan Landis, Long Valley MS

CPE TL012/1.25 Hrs

A presentation of the use of ACID Loop-based composition tool's features with an eye to the utilization in a general music studio/computer lab environment. Taking a composition from start to finish is envisioned with details about styles of music that are available being presented.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 212

International Society for Technology in Education and the National Educational Technology Standards--What the Music Educator Needs to Know

Clinicians: John Flohr, Texas Woman's Univ; Valerie Trollinger, Univ of North Carolina-Greensboro

CPE TS014/1.25 Hrs

Flohr and Trollinger will present the ISTE/NETS standards that have been adopted by the Texas State Department of Education for both teachers and students, and how they may be applied to all levels and kinds of music education.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 213

How to Start a Music Technology Program (With Little or No Bucks)

Clinician: Scott Myers, University School

CPE TS015/1.25 Hrs

Myers will outline important steps needed to begin and develop a music technology program at your school. A must-attend session for teachers who want a music technology program but think that they are stuck in a situation without possibilities.

T 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM / CC 214

TI:ME Keynote - The Final Frontier: Technology and the Future of Music Education

Clinician: Dave Sebald, UT/San Antonio

CPE TGEN/1.0 Hr

A fast-paced demonstration of many exciting technological trends that promise to make music teaching more effective and relevant through the coming decade. The 5.1 surround sound, multi-projector format, animation, and multimedia effects add impact to some insightful predictions on where music technology is headed and its implications for music education.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 206

Software Synthesizers and Samplers: What are They, What do You Need to Know About Buying and Using, and How Will They Improve Your Teaching?

Clinician: Charles Menoche, Central Connecticut State Univ

CPE TS021/1.25 Hrs

A quiet software “revolution” is transforming the day-to-day operations of music microcomputer labs. Menoche will give an overview of many current software synthesizers and samplers, help attendees become familiar with standard terminology, suggest criteria for selecting an appropriate product, and end with a demonstration of representative products and suggestions for incorporating these applications into teaching.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 207

Journaling Composition Processes with Finale and Netscape Composer

Clinician: Sara Hagen, Valley City State Univ

CPE TS022/1.25 Hrs

During this hands-on session, participants will review a music theory first-year project that has received national recognition as a quality learning tool for applying the concepts of theory to compositions which are modified over time, according to the concepts presented in class.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 209

Creating Music Education Activities with Flash MX

Clinician: Steven Estrella, Technology Institute for Music Educators

CPE TL021/1.25 Hrs

This hands-on clinic will show music educators how to create their own music education activities using Flash MX for Windows or Macintosh. Attendees will learn how to create animated graphics that coordinate with sound events.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 210

It's About TI:ME (The Technology Institute for Music Educators)

Clinicians: John Dunphy, TI:ME Executive Director; Tom Rudolph, TI:ME President

Sponsored by: TI:ME

CPE TS023/1.25 Hrs

Two of TI:ME's founding members and visionary leaders will discuss the "How, Who, Why, What, and Where" of the organization from its inception to the current day. More than a history lesson, this session will explain what makes TI:ME one of the leading music technology associations in the nation.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 211

Incorporating Technology into the Theory and Ear-training Curriculum

Clinician: Larry Marchese

Sponsored by: Sibelius USA

CPE TL022/1.25 Hrs

Discover the technology and resources available for the high school or college music theory and musicianship programs. Marchese will include a review of Musition music theory software, and Auralia ear-training software.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 212

Microphone Techniques for Recording

Clinician: Nick Wood

Sponsored by: Shure Incorporated

CPE TS024/1.25 Hrs

During recording, microphones play the critical role of capturing a performance. Careful placement and selection of microphones can bring a recording to life and reduce the need for signal processing in the mix. Learn microphone techniques for recording various instruments as well as stereo recording methods.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 213

Computer-Assisted Guitar Instruction

Clinician: Dave Kurtiak

Sponsored by: eMedia Music Corp.

CPE TS025/1.25 Hrs

Kurtiak will focus on how to integrate CAI for guitar in the music classroom. Various classroom environments and many of the logistics involved with bringing guitar into a music classroom, ranging from equipment availability to funding to sample lesson plans, will be covered.

T 10:45 AM - 12:00 PM / CC 214

Integrating Multiple Technologies to Strengthen Music Composition for Grades K- 16

Clinicians: Sandi MacLeod, Univ of Vermont and Vermont MIDI Project; Ruth Morrison, Acadia Univ

CPE TS026/1.25 Hrs

MacLeod and Morrison demonstrate an on-line music fundamentals course for non-music majors using composition as the means by which students demonstrate their understanding of new musical concepts and skills. University elementary education majors, in a compulsory music education course, use the site not only for composition, but also as a way of learning how to respond to students’ creative works.

T 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM / CC 206

The User Definable Finale Clinic

Clinician: Vincent Leonard

Sponsored by: Berklee Press

CPE TS031/1.25 Hrs

A question and answer Finale forum where the topics are suggested by the attendees. Bring your problem projects on CD-ROM along with your questions. Learn solutions to your Finale problems.

T 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM / CC 207

Music Technology in the K-12 Environment

Clinician: Stefani Langol, Berklee College of Music

CPE TS032/1.25 Hrs

Langol focuses on specific uses of a music lab in the K-12 music curriculum. Hardware and software issues, curriculum development, use of the Internet, and ways to archive student work are among the topics that will be discussed.

T 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM / CC 209

Lessons for Combining Video and Music

Clinician: Michael Lamb

Sponsored by: SoundTree

CPE TL031/1.25 Hrs

Today’s children enjoy combining different media formats to create ambitious and creative projects. Lamb will inspire you with lesson ideas for combining musical concepts with engaging and fun video projects your students can do as independent projects or teacher-driven assignments. Hands-on time with popular digital audio/video software is included.

T 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM / CC 210

Theory, Technology and Tradition: Putting it Together

Clinician: Andrew Surmani

Sponsored by: Alfred Publishing Co., Inc.

CPE TS033/1.25 Hrs

Surmani helps the educator address issues dealing with technology in the classroom. Learn how to integrate multimedia music theory software that intrigues students with sound and animation while easing the teacher's load with randomized testing and assessment features. Topics such as funding a computer lab and addressing the National Standards are also explored.

T 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM / CC 212

World Music on the World Wide Web

Clinician: James Frankel, Franklin Avenue MS

CPE TS034/1.25 Hrs

Frankel will explore Internet resources for teaching world music in the middle school general music classroom setting. Relevant websites will be displayed, as well as methods for creating materials for teaching with PowerPoint, and project descriptions including examples of student work.

T 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM / CC 214

Using MIDI Files in a Teaching Environment

Clinician: Tony Escueta, Yamaha Corporation

CPE TS036/1.25 Hrs

Learn basic applications of how to use MIDI files and technology to supplement music instruction. Escueta will explain what MIDI and MIDI sequence files are, and how this technology can benefit music educators.

T 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM / CC 206

A Closer Look at G7 Software for the Guitar Lab

Clinician: Larry Marchese

Sponsored by: Sibelius USA

CPE TS041/1.25 Hrs

This is the perfect session for music educators who teach a guitar class. Marchese will explain how Sibelius' G7 software can be used to help the educator teach guitar styles, techniques, TAB, notation, and more. If you've wondered how you can incorporate music technology quickly and easily, this is the session for you.

T 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM / CC 207

Critical Thinking Skills through the Integration of Multiple Technologies for Music Composition

Clinicians: Sandi MacLeod, Univ of Vermont and Vermont MIDI Project; Ruth Morrison, Acadia Univ

CPE TS042/1.25 Hrs

During this follow-up lab session, participants will observe students, teachers, university students, and professional composers reflecting, critiquing and revising music composition in the password protected areas of the Vermont Midi Project (www.vtmidi.org) and CIVIC Project (civic.acadiau.ca) websites. Discussion of the critical response process promoted by the projects will be followed by an invitation for participants to critique actual student work from grades 3-12.

T 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM / CC 209

Computer Resources for Film Composers: Catching the Hits!

Clinician: Bruce Frazier, Western Carolina Univ

CPE TL041/1.25 Hrs

During this hands-on session, participants will use MoTU's "Digital Performer" music sequencing software to synchronize music to digital video. Tutorial activities include importing movies, spotting hits, creating markers, searching tempos, and building a tempo and meter map.

T 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM / CC 210

Think Like a Music Engraver: Ten Simple But Important Tips for Improving the Quality of Your Computer Notation

Clinician: Charles Menoche, Central Connecticut State Univ

CPE TS043/1.25 Hrs

Workshop attendees will receive handouts that illustrate poor computer notation, followed by corrected examples with general summaries of how to identify and fix these problems. Examples and tips will be drawn from the presenter’s fifteen years of experience as a music copyist, composer, and music technology instructor.

T 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM / CC 211

Creating a Web Site For Your Music Education Program

Clinicians: Steven Estrella, Technology Institute for Music Educators; Karen Garrett, Central Park School, Birmingham, AL

CPE TL042/1.25 Hrs

Estrella and Garrett will show music educators how to create a basic Web site to enhance their music programs. Attendees will leave with a step-by-step guide to help them learn the necessary skills and create and upload a Web site.

T 1:45 PM - 3:00 PM / CC 214

Discovery Learning: Theory, Composition and Technology

Clinician: Kelly Demoline

Sponsored by: Kelly's Music & Computers - Your Source for Music Technology

CPE TS046/1.25 Hrs

Implement a "discovery learning" approach to theory and composition with some help from technology. Find out how you can get students excited about learning music theory, including harmony!

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 206

Creating Accompaniments for the Classroom or Performing Ensemble Using Technology

Clinician: Tom Rudolph, School District of Haverford Township

Sponsored by: SoundTree

CPE TS051/1.25 Hrs

Learn how to create accompaniments for any style of music using Band-in-a-Box software for Mac and Windows computers. How to convert the files and burn a CD will also be reviewed.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 207

How to Scan and Edit Sheet Music in Finale 2004

Clinician: Tom Carruth

Sponsored by: MakeMusic! Coda Music Technologies

CPE TS052/1.25 Hrs

Participants learn how to scan sheet music using Finale 2004. Learn how to quickly 'clean up' the score, transpose, arrange, create a smart music accompaniment and many more Finale 2004 tips. Learning this simple process can save you hours of work.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 209

Digital Video for the Music Educator

Clinician: Stefani Langol, Berklee College of Music

CPE TL051/1.25 Hrs

Desktop movie making has many educational applications, particularly for music educators and students. Langol will focus on techniques involved in planning, creating, and editing a desktop movie as well as explore the myriad hardware and software issues, how to fine tune your system, and how to compress your movies for a variety of uses.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 210

Using Handheld Computers for Teaching Musicianship

Clinician: Rob Hyatt, Escondido Charter HS

CPE TS053/1.25 Hrs

What if we could outfit our music labs with 10 stations tomorrow for the price of 1 today? We all understand the power of PC-based computer software for music education, but what if we could have similar functionality at a fraction of the cost, in every student’s backpack alongside their pencils and pens, battery operated, ready to use: on the bus, at recess, WHEREVER!!

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 211

From a Distance: Online Learning Resources from Berklee College of Music to Keep Music Educators Current

Clinician: Debbie Cavalier, Berklee College of Music

Sponsored by: Berklee Media, a division of Berklee College of Music

CPE TL052/1.25 Hrs

Participants will have the opportunity to receive a guided tour of Berklee College's innovative new online music education and industry networking site, Berkleemusic.com. Piloted this fall and officially launching early in 2003, Berkleemusic.com offers music educators in particular an important online resource to learn about new industry developments and keep their skills current "on their own time and on their own turf." Cavalier will share impressions from students who have already completed courses on the site, as well as some of the development team's "key learning" about what works well and not-so-well in online learning environments. She will also provide attendees with an overview and quick demo from Berkleemusic.com's online curriculum, where initial classes have included: Marketing Yourself in the Music Industry, Promotion 101, Music Theory 101, ProTools MIDI Recording and Editing, Lyric Writing and Finale Basics.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 212

TI:ME Certification: What You Need to Know

Clinicians: Floyd Richmond, TI:ME Education Chair; Steven Estrella, TI:ME Vice President

Sponsored by: TI:ME

CPE TS054/1.25 Hrs

This session will review the requirements for TI:ME level 1 and level 2 certification. TI:ME certification is designed for improving your understanding and use of technology in music education.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 213

From Research to Practice: Applications of Recent Research in Music Technology to the Music Classroom

Clinicians: William Bauer, Case Western Reserve Univ; Scott Lipscomb, Northwestern Univ; Kimberly Walls, Auburn Univ

CPE TS055/1.25 Hrs

Facilitated by members of the TI:ME Research Committee, a panel provides reports of recent research, accounts of research in progress, discussion of promising methodologies, and/or other topics related to research in music education technology. Following the presentations, a summarization will tie together the papers, and also serve as a facilitator for audience questions and discussion.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC 214

Web-Based Learning: Converting a Music Technology Course to On-line Teaching Utilizing the WebCT Authoring System

Clinician: Thomas Hughes, Texas Tech Univ

CPE TS056/1.25 Hrs

This presentation is designed for those contemplating the switch from classroom teaching to on-line teaching. This process may range from including simple course support materials on the web and to the conversion of a complete, pre-existing course.

T 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM / CC BALLROOM B

MIDI Performance Session with Vocal Ensemble

Clinician: Susan Ogilvy, Keyboard Consultant

Sponsored by: Yahama

Demonstration Group: Kentucky Christian College Choir, Mark Deakins, Director

CPE TS057/1.25 Hrs

A clinic/concert featuring chorus with MIDI keyboards.

T 4:45 PM - 5:35 PM / CC BALLROOM B

TI:ME Keynote Address: Keeping the "Art" in State of the Art! How to Avoid Option Overload and Tame Technology

Clinician: Craig Anderton, United Entertainment Media

Sponsored by: TI:ME

CPE TS061/1.0 Hr

Is music really about technology? Or is it about art? The most fruitful path is a synthesis of the two, but art must always dominate. Find out where music technology is going, and more importantly, how to adapt to an ever-increasing rate of change.

T 5:45 PM - 6:35 PM / CC BALLROOM B

Concert: Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts MIDI Ensemble

Conductor: Kent Ellingson

CPE TS071/1.0 Hr

The BTWHSPVA MIDI Ensemble is a student performing music group from Booker T. Washington High School in Dallas, Texas. Emphasis is placed on original composition and a utilization of the equipment available from the MIDI lab at school. The program will include original contemporary pieces encompassing a wide array of musical styles.

T 6:45 PM - 7:45 PM / CC BALLROOM B

TI:ME Reception

Sponsored by: eMagic

THURSDAY, FEB 12, 2004

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 209

Creating CDs of Your Ensemble Performances

Clinician: Jody Underwood

Sponsored by: SoundTree

CPE TL111/1.25 Hrs

Creating professional-quality CD recordings of your band, choir, orchestra or jazz band has never been easier. Participants will be led, step-by-step, through the process of creating an audio CD. Microphone placement technique, running the recording session, basic editing and audio effects are also covered.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 211

Designing an Interactive Theory Curriculum

Clinician: John Ellinger, Carleton College

Sponsored by: MiBAC Music Software

CPE TL112/1.25 Hrs

Set up a web based syllabus for teaching music theory. The syllabus will be designed around using MiBAC MUSIC LESSONS I (Fundamentals) and MUSIC LESSONS II (Chords and Harmony) software programs for student drill practice and creating a web based syllabus incorporating text, images, sound files, and pdf documents.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 212

Why Every Music Educator Should Be Interested in Music Technology

Clinician: Tim Lautzenheiser

CPE C112/1.25 Hrs

Music technology can streamline the "to-do" agenda of every music educator. TI:ME is the finite commodity; it is how we use-the-given-time that determines our success in the profession. From organizational responsibilities to high level musical experiences, technology opens the world of opportunity to our students and our programs.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 215

Keep the Beat Going

Clinician: Deanna Bodine, Emile El

CPE TS111/1.25 Hrs

Learns ways for using the computer to provide students the opportunity to work on beat and rhythm skills and more. In addition, learn how to integrate the computer in any lesson to reinforce TAKS skills while using different software to create music evaluation tools to support your program.

T 8:00 AM - 9:15 AM / CC 216

Should My Students Be Given Musical Homework? Let Your Computer Help!

Clinician: Jodie Varner

Sponsored by: Electronic Courseware Systems, Inc.

CPE TS112/1.25 Hrs

Other academic areas require homework, so why doesn't music? Because so many students have access to a computer at home or in their dorm room, some software publishers are now offering student versions of certain titles to supplement classroom and lab instruction outside school hours. Ideas for implementing musical homework will be presented and software will be demonstrated.

T 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM / CC 209

Compose a Score: Adding Music and Sound Effects To Student Movies

Clinician: David Dvorin, Emagic,Inc.

CPE TL121/1.25 Hrs

Create a truly authentic project by adding original music and sound effects to your students' videos. Using Emagic's entry-level music creation and production software, Logic Education, students from elementary to high school can easily create a musical score for a QuickTime movie and explore the relationship of sound to image in the process. With hands-on activities, Dvorin will cover the basics from acquiring and importing digital video, synchronization of music to video, and the final assembly of the project.

T 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM / CC 211

Why Music Theory?

Clinician: Andrew Surmani

Sponsored by: Alfred Publishing Co., Inc.

CPE TL122/1.25 Hrs

Help develop complete musicianship through the use of music theory. Whether you see your students daily or once a week, theory can be integrated into your existing lesson plans. Surmani will show how to incorporate music theory, show the benefits of a theory course, provide supplemental materials available, give timesaving ideas and suggestions, and show how to incorporate technology into the curriculum.

T 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM / CC 215

Using Portable Keyboards in the Elementary Classroom: Where Do I Begin?

Clinicians: James Faulconer, Univ of Oklahoma; Jenny Wheelis, MIDI for Kids

CPE TS121/1.25 Hrs

Faulconer and Wheelis demonstrate creative ways to teach ensembles, ear training, note reading, and other music concepts in the elementary music class using portable keyboards and MIDI technology.

T 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM / CC 216

My Technology Team -- Software and Hardware That Work Together

Clinician: Peggy Morales

Sponsored by: Brook Mays Music Company

CPE TS122/1.25 Hrs

Take a look at how notation software, MIDI files, CD burners and duplicators work together to make the most of what you do.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 209

Electric Guitar in the Classroom and Lab

Clinician: David Mash, Berklee College of Music

Sponsored by: SoundTree

CPE TL131/1.25 Hrs

Join a master teacher, technologist and guitarist for a demonstration and discussion on techniques for teaching with electric guitar in secondary and higher education. Mash will share examples of group performance, practice and recording, sharing examples and projects from Berklee’s renowned guitar program, as well as from secondary school guitar programs throughout the country.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 211

Putting Together a Versatile High School Theory Lab

Clinician: Peggy Morales

Sponsored by: Brook Mays Music Company

CPE TL132/1.25 Hrs

Morales will help you decide what components you should use in designing a theory lab for your needs and show various budget choices in furniture, hardware and software, keyboards, controllers, computers and lab accessories. Participants will also take a look at pictures of existing labs and find out how they are being used, what has worked and what hasn't, and what kids seem to respond to the most.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 215

Creating Musical Accompaniments for Chorus and Soloists

Clinician: Norman Rosenfield, Benjamin Franklin Classical Charter School

CPE TS131/1.25 Hrs

Learn to use Band-in-a-Box software to transform lead sheets into exciting musical backgrounds for chorus and instrumentalists. Software features include tweaking rhythmic nuances, adding extra chords per measure, changing grooves mid-song, and changing tempos mid-song.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 216

How to Choose Music Software

Clinician: Julie Romeo

Sponsored by: Brook Mays Music Group

CPE TS132/1.25 Hrs

Discover helpful hints for selecting appropriate software for you and your students and formulate questions you need to ask yourself before you start shopping. A variety of software will be shown to demonstrate the different genres that are available.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 209

Making The Grade: Teaching AP Music Theory Using the Musica Analytical Software Environment

Clinician: Elvin Rodríguez, La Sierra Univ

CPE TL141/1.25 Hrs

Music educators will have the opportunity to create a variety of music theory assignments ranging from fundamentals to part writing and voice leading as examples of materials covered in an AP Music Theory course.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 211

Putting Together A Keyboard Lab For The Elementary Classroom On A Budget

Clinician: Julie Romeo

Sponsored by: Brook Mays Music Group

CPE TL142/1.25 Hrs

Learn about the basic components of a keyboard lab: types of keyboards, types of communication centers, using a computer, using a visualizer, and tips on how to trim costs and maximize your budget.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 215

Study Online at Berkleemusic.com: Continuing Education Courses in Music Technology, Music Education, and More (Demonstration)

Clinician: Debbie Cavalier, Berklee College of Music

Sponsored by: Berklee Media, a division of Berklee College of Music

CPE TS141/1.25 Hrs

Participants will have the opportunity to receive a guided tour of Berklee College's innovative new online music education and industry networking site, Berkleemusic.com. Piloted this fall and officially launching early in 2003, Berkleemusic.com offers music educators in particular an important online resource to learn about new industry developments and keep their skills current "on their own time and on their own turf." Cavalier will share impressions from students who have already completed courses on the site, as well as some of the development team's "key learning" about what works well and not-so-well in online learning environments. She will also provide attendees with an overview and quick demo from Berkleemusic.com's online curriculum, where initial classes have included: Marketing Yourself in the Music Industry, Promotion 101, Music Theory 101, ProTools MIDI Recording and Editing, Lyric Writing and Finale Basics.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 216

Meaningful Assessment for Beginning Band Students

Clinician: David Hawley

Sponsored by: MakeMusic! Coda Music Technologies

CPE TS142/1.25 Hrs

See how your beginning band students will progress as they play along with fun accompaniments, all with fully adjustable tempos. SmartMusic’s new assessment shows students what they played incorrectly, and how to correct it. Includes a built-in recording capability.

T 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM / CC 209

Software Solutions for the K-12 School District

Clinician: Larry Marchese

Sponsored by: Sibelius USA

CPE TL151/1.25 Hrs

Sibelius’ Education Suite contains software tools for teachers and students as they progress from K-12. Sibelius Starclass is designed to help teachers teach music at elementary and middle school levels. It provides innovative class outlines and curriculum that is keyed to MENC standards. Sibelius Instruments is the complete interactive encyclopedia of instruments, bands, orchestras and ensembles that is perfect for middle and high school instruction.

T 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM / CC 211

Microphone Techniques for Live Sound

Clinician: Nick Wood

Sponsored by: Shure Incorporated

CPE TL152/1.25 Hrs

Use selection and placement of microphones to control your sound and get the most out of your audio system. Wood will introduce the various types of microphones used in live sound as well as provide tips for how to use and troubleshoot them. Learn microphone placement techniques for choir, solo vocalists, spoken word and instruments.

T 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM / CC 215

Using Technology for Whole-Group Assisted Instruction in the K-5 Elementary Music Classroom

Clinician: Cici Hunt

Sponsored by: Silver Burdett/Pearson Scott Foresman

CPE TS151/1.25 Hrs

Have only one computer in your music room? Hunt demonstrates how limited hardware can easily be used to help students better understand the musical concepts and skills that you are teaching. Experience how whole-group technology instruction can assist with choir, recorder ensembles, and even dance and movement activities. See how meaningful technology may be linked into every lesson.

T 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM / CC 216

Technology in the Choral Classroom

Clinician: Patti DeWitt Folkerts, Patti DeWitt Inc.

CPE TS152/1.25 Hrs

Folkerts will explore the technological teaching tools as presented in the series "The Singing School". She will demonstrate software for teaching note and rhythm reading as well as student accessible lessons on the Internet.

T 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM / CC 209

Simple Sampling and Synthesis Techniques for the Educator

Clinician: David Dvorin, Emagic,Inc.

CPE TL161/1.25 Hrs

Get a hands-on introduction to using software samplers and synthesizers. Learn elementary techniques that allow you to utilize these instruments in a lab setting, such as configuration, sample loading, sample/sound creation, keyboard mapping, modulation and looping.

T 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM / CC 211

Finale 2004: Solutions for the Music Educator

Clinician: Tom Johnson

Sponsored by: MakeMusic! Coda Music Technologies

CPE TL162/1.25 Hrs

See how easily you can set up a score, enter notes and lyrics. Topics include: creating tests, lessons, worksheets and exercises, scanning, auto-harmonizing and much more. Special emphasis given to Finale NotePad, the free notation software that students can use at home for assignments and compositions.

T 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM / CC 215

Send Them Away Savvy!... Preparing the High School Senior for First Year College Music Courses

Clinician: Guillermo Martinez, Texas Christian Univ

CPE TS161/1.25 Hrs

Preparing the future music major is a big responsibility for the high school music educator. Besides their UIL solos and All-State music, the successful freshman music major needs fundamental skills in theory, ear-training, and piano. How do you help them, though, when time is at a minimum? Martinez will present the creative use and application of music technology - software and hardware - to help better prepare the entering freshman music major for college-level study.

T 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM / CC 216

Music "Techsas" Style

Clinician: Dave Sebald, UT/San Antonio

CPE TS162/1.25 Hrs

TMEC Technology Chair, Dave Sebald, talks about how music technology relates to changing music education philosophies. He will show examples of how Texas music educators are creatively applying new technologies to meet national and state curricular standards like the TEKS. Sebald will also demonstrate what opportunities exist here in Texas for learning more about music technology in education.

T 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM / CC 209

Study Online at Berkleemusic.com: Continuing Education Courses in Music Technology, Music Education, and More (Hands-on Lab)

Clinician: Debbie Cavalier, Berklee College of Music

Sponsored by: Berklee Media, a division of Berklee College of Music

CPE TL171/1.25 Hrs

Participants will have the opportunity to receive a guided tour of Berklee College's innovative new online music education and industry networking site, Berkleemusic.com. Piloted this fall and officially launching early in 2003, Berkleemusic.com offers music educators in particular an important online resource to learn about new industry developments and keep their skills current "on their own time and on their own turf." Cavalier will share impressions from students who have already completed courses on the site, as well as some of the development team's "key learning" about what works well and not-so-well in online learning environments. She will also provide attendees with an overview and quick demo from Berkleemusic.com's online curriculum, where initial classes have included: Marketing Yourself in the Music Industry, Promotion 101, Music Theory 101, ProTools MIDI Recording and Editing, Lyric Writing and Finale Basics.

T 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM / CC 211

Promoting your Musical Organization Using the Web and Digital Video

Clinicians: Marcel Hobizal, James E. Taylor HS; Tan Truong, Hamilton MS

CPE TL172/1.25 Hrs

Hobizal will provide an overview of how to use still pictures and video to promote your organization. Software programs (Adobe Premier and Studio 8) will be used to show how to create professional videos. These videos can then be put on the web or made into DVD's or VHS tapes.

T 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM / CC 215

Trends in Technology in School Music Programs: A Four-Year Study

Clinician: Sam Reese, Univ of Illinois

CPE TS171/1.25 Hrs

Reese will report the results of a survey study of trends in the status of music technology in Illinois schools over the four-year period of 1998 – 2002. He will describe developments in teacher training needs, ways technology is used by teachers and students, access to technology at school and home, types of technology in use, and sources of funding.

T 6:30 PM - 7:45 PM / CC 216

How to Start a Music Technology Program (With Little or No Bucks)

Clinician: Scott Myers, University School

CPE TS172/1.25 Hrs

Myers will outline important steps needed to begin and develop a music technology program at your school. A must-attend session for teachers who want a music technology program but think that they are stuck in a situation without possibilities.

FRIDAY, FEB 13, 2004

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 209

Website Resources for the Music Educator

Clinicians: LeAnn Binford, Dallas Symphony Orchestra; Linda Arbolino, Anthony Driggers, DSO Consultants

Sponsored by: Dallas Symphony Orchestra

CPE TL221/1.25 Hrs

Explore outstanding and innovative music education websites, and learn how you can utilize these sites as effective tools in your classroom. Enrich your students' musical learning through the wealth of resources on the Internet - expand and extend information gathering, individualize student experiences, and reinforce student learning. The centerpiece of this session will be DSOKids.com, the Dallas Symphony's website designed specifically for teachers and students.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 211

Beyond the Talking Head: Creating Interactive Multimedia Projects for General Music

Clinicians: Eugenie Burkett, Shenandoah Univ; Grace Ohlenbusch, Univ of Central Arkansas

CPE TL222/1.25 Hrs

Burkett and Ohlenbusch will provide examples and "how to" demonstrations of multimedia teaching tools such as custom-designed computer-based multimedia instructional programs and multimedia PowerPoint presentations. Also included will be an overview of the crafting of the multimedia instruments and a discussion of effective approaches for the use of multimedia technology in general music classes.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 215

Keeping Up with Keyboard Ensembles

Clinician: Guillermo Martinez, Texas Christian Univ

Demonstration Group: Keyboard Ensemble of TCU School of Music - Music Majors, Guillermo Martinez, Director

CPE TS221/1.25 Hrs

The performance medium of the electronic keyboard ensemble is not new to music technology. Its incorporation into the college level teaching environment, though, is an ongoing challenge. With the fact that all music majors must meet piano proficiency skills, the keyboard ensemble allows students to move beyond their solo playing and improve their ensemble skills. Students from the TCU School of Music will present keyboard ensemble performances as performers, accompanists, and evaluators to give practical and pedagogical ideas for inclusion of this ensemble in teaching the music major.

T 11:00 AM - 12:15 PM / CC 216

No Experience Necessary - How to Get Started with Music Technology

Clinician: Jon Trask, Five Towns College

CPE TS222/1.25 Hrs

An introduction into the realm of music technology. Geared for newcomers and people who just want to find out what teaching music with technology is all about.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 209

Teaching Music Composition in the General Music Classroom using Notation Software

Clinician: Tom Rudolph, School District of Haverford Township

Sponsored by: SoundTree

CPE TL231/1.25 Hrs

Rudolph will explore a variety of ways to use music notation software with students at the elementary and middle school level. Lesson activities and software options will be explored to enhance composition and creativity.

C B O V E T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 211

CSS: Technology in Music Education - TEKS and the WEB

Clinician: Frank Coachman, TMEA Deputy Director

Presider: Ashley Applewhite, Wayland Baptist Univ

Sponsored by: TMEA

CPE TL232/1.25 Hrs

Coachman will demonstrate the use of the Internet for lesson planning as applied to the Music TEKS and explore interactive sites that teachers and students can use to enhance music learning during and outside of class time.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 215

Teaching Jazz Bass Lines and Jazz Piano Comps Using Band-in-a-Box and Finale

Clinician: J. Brian Post, Humboldt State Univ

CPE TS231/1.25 Hrs

Many instructors are required to teach bassists and pianists to interpret chord symbols when they themselves have minimal background in these areas. Post will demonstrate converting Band-in-a-Box auto-generated piano and bass part files into Finale files for pedagogical use.

T 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM / CC 216

Discovering Form with Musically Non-literate Students – Turning a Software Presentation Tool into a Music Literacy Surrog