ksu school of art and design masterclass series
Want to know what it might be like to study music in the Bailey School of Music? Watch our masterclass series videos from faculty! 

Conversations in Jazz

Prof. Skelton and Prof. Jackson dive into “Green Dolphin Street” performing a wordless dialog. They continue by discussing their thought processes with improvisation and the freedom that they have as a duo. Other topics include chord substitutions, jam session etiquette and most importantly, humility! Jazz Lesson Plan

Conversations in Violin and Cello

This video is an introduction to meet KSU Bailey School of Music violin and cello professors. Professors Helen Kim and Charae Krueger perform excerpts and review five basic foundational tips on their respective instruments: setup, bow hold, tone production/bow direction, shifting, and intonation. ORCHESTRA, VIOLIN AND CELLO LESSON PLANS

Timpani

Through this percussion-focused masterclass, Prof. John Lawless shares his experiences learning from his past mentors and professional orchestral experience, sharing practical advice to optimize basic Timpani techniques.

TIMPANI TECHNIQUES LESSON PLAN

 

Building a strong and consistent high brass player

This video with Prof. Doug Lindsey outlines breathing concepts to achieve consistency in the upper register for high brass instruments. Learn how to alleviate tension and its importance in brass flexibility, and the basics of tonguing and multiple tonguing.
BRASS TECHNIQUES LESSON PLAN

Clarinet Boot Camp

Prof. John Warren will demonstrate best practices for developing tone, technique, and articulation. These techniques will help you get the most out of your practice time. CLARINET BOOTCAMP LESSON PLAN

Vocal Health for the High School Senior

This video with Prof. Todd Wedge covers tips on maintaining good vocal hygiene, vital to your good vocal health.

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Strategies for Aspiring High School Singers

This video, led by Prof. Jana Young, in association with voice professors Eileen Moremen and Nathan Munson, provides a comprehensive guide for the aspiring high school singer who wants to major in music in college. This informative discussion covers topics to guide prospective music majors along their journey.