The First-Year Music Major: Strategies for Success

Contents

• Part 1: Degree Planning and Success
• 1. Understanding Different Music Degree Programs and Careers
• Kerry B. Renzoni and Emily Boyce
• 2. Happiness and Success: Your Personal Values, Strengths, and Motivation
• Lisa R. Hunter
• 3. Talking with Friends and Family about Studying Music
• Victoria J. Furby and Tanner McMullen
• 4. Getting the Most Out of Advising
• Victoria J. Furby and Ricky Fleming
• 5. Communicating Effectively with Instructors and Peers
• Kerry B. Renzoni and Nicholas M. Stanford
• 6. Chapter 6 Developing Technology Skills
• Kerry B. Renzoni
• 7. Tips for Time Management
• Kerry B. Renzoni, Angela Carriero, and Amanda Ruiz
• 8. Creating a Professional Portfolio
• Denise M. Harris, Ellen M. Barnum, and Kerry B. Renzoni
• Part 2: Music and Academic Learning and Practice Habits
• 9. Studying for Academic Coursework
• Victoria J. Furby
• 10. Planning for Success in Instrumental Music
• Mark Filsinger and Ricky Fleming
• 11. Building Healthy Vocal Habits
• Ho Eui Holly Bewlay
• 12. Foundational Keyboard Skills for Music Majors
• Emily Boyce
• 13. Understanding Aural Skills Curriculum
• Victoria J. Furby and Ellen M. Barnum
• 14. A Survival Guide for Music Theory
• Emma James
• 15. You Will Teach!: Building Basic Teaching Skills
• Kerry B. Renzoni
• Part 3: Wellness
• 16. Mental Wellness: Navigating the Ups and Downs of College Life
• Lisa R. Hunter
• 17. Overcoming Performance Anxiety
• Victoria J. Furby
• 18. Physical Health for Music Majors
• Carol DeNysschen
• 19. Managing Your Finances
• Victoria J. Furby
• 20. Finding Balance
• Victoria J. Furby, Allison Costanzo-Metcalfe, and Tracy Clark