<p>I am a vocal major, but I must say that the Music Tech. Program at Capital is indeed solid. The professors are HIGHLY qualified, and some cross-post at places like Cinci, Ohio St., etc. Music Tech. and Composition majors have plenty of chances to shine.</p>
<p>The Special Events at the Con. are what really showcase the department, and bring in the community.</p>
<p>The NOW MUSIC Festival, at Capital, is a whole week dedicated to premiering new student pieces, as well as composers-in-residence. Along with the premierings, guest artists also perform, and the week is full of workshops and lectures. This years artist in residence is Alex Shapiro. I’m pretty sure Eric Whitacre was the resident a few years ago.</p>
<p>The Christmas Festival is a four day series of Concerts, and it is rich in tradition. The Chapel Choir, under the direction of Dr. Lynda Hasseler, really shines at this festival. The Capital University Chapel Choir also made a Central ACDA apperance as a performing group, and I think they wiped the floor with the other colleges although I may or may not be biased…)</p>
<p>There is also a Jazz and World Music Festival that is very interesting, as well as a Wind Band Invitational and Reading Clinic.</p>
<p>The neighborhood that surrounds the college is wonderful. Beautiful suburb of Columbus, but the best part is that Broad St. is only about 10 minutes away. You get the city and the suburb. Love the coffee hosues, close proximity to banks, restaurants (yum), beautiful churches, and everyone seems to walk their dog in Bexley.</p>
<p>They are most definitely looking to garner more national/international diversity, so I would be inclined to think they would look at you a bit harder in the money dept.</p>
<p>As for the practice rooms, they aren’t bad. They are located in somewhat of a basement, but the rooms themselves are very pleasant.</p>
<p>Oh, and I must say I have heard great things about the trumpet professor.</p>