Contact Information
Bryan Poyzer, program coordinator
Bryan.Poyzer@ndscs.edu
701-671-2872
Stern Cultural Center 132
Delivery Methods
Face-to-Face: Wahpeton
Online: Some Classes
Combination
The NDSCS Performing Arts program has four purposes. It allows students to enjoy music and develop their skills by being in performing groups. It provides general education courses that transfer to colleges or universities. It provides a core curriculum for students planning a music major. Finally, it makes artistic contributions to the campus and community.
Performing groups open to most students include concert band and concert choir. From them, students can participate in jazz band and various vocal ensembles. Students are provided with state-of-the-art sound equipment for the touring Wildcat Singers and Wildcat Jazz Band. The Harry Stern and Ella Stern Cultural Center is one of the best auditoriums in the area. Students also may be in small performing groups or take private lessons.
Students of all abilities are welcome in the music program, whether they plan to major in music or plan to continue their enjoyment through classroom study or performance ensembles. Many school instruments are provided.
Career possibilities include instrumental and choral conductor, classroom or private teacher, studio technician, composer, and/or performer.
Admission Requirements
The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Helpful courses to prepare for this program are high school band and/or high school choir.
Award
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded an Associate in Arts degree in Liberal Arts.
Required Courses
This curriculum meets the North Dakota University System general education requirements as indicated in the NDSCS Catalog under the heading: NDUS General Education Transfer Agreement.