Handbook for Undergraduate and Graduate Students in Applied Woodwind Courses

revised 2026

Courses

The requirements in all applied woodwinds courses are designed to promote the maximum growth of the individual musician through acquiring the techniques of correct posture, breath management, aural perception and tone production, furthering the technical, expressive and appropriate interpretation of solo and ensemble literature and becoming knowledgeable about the historical and cultural backgrounds of the repertoire studied. Pedagogy topics are also included.

Minimum Repertory Guidelines

Minimum Repertory Guidelines will be determined at the discretion of the individual studio instructor.

Grading Policy 

Criteria may include:

1. Attendance
2. Studio Class Attendance and Participation
3. Woodwinds Departmental and Recital Attendance and Performance
4. Satisfactory Completion of Semester Repertoire and Assigned Requirements
5. Musical Progress
6. Interest and Scholarly Understanding
7. Concert attendance 

Consult your individual instructor’s grading policy for more specific information.

Recital Procedures

Scheduling 

Students schedule a required recital early in the semester prior to the semester in which the recital is to be given. Scheduling occurs according to seniority and recital type. An email notice is sent to students in approx. Week #10 of each semester to announce that the scheduling widow is open. Follow steps, beginning with the Recital Scheduling Guide, found under Recital Guidelines on the website. 

Graduate Students must have prior approval from their Graduate Advisor to schedule a recital. 

The student will produce their recital program using the template provided on the School of Music web site. The student is responsible for making copies and for producing and including any program notes, which must receive advisor approval before duplication.

Recital Guidelines 

4501.xx plus 4505 Recital 

Note: Students should register for 4505 in addition to 4501.xx in the semester they give the recital.

1. The graduating recital for 4501.xx, is expected to be offered during the last semester of study at this level. Refer to the Recital Scheduling Guide for the required length of this recital.
   1. Individual instructors may require a “pre-recital jury” during the semester preceding the scheduled recital.
2. The recital given by 4501 students in their final semester of 4501.xx, is considered to be the termination of study. A jury is not taken in this final semester of 4501.
3. The BME graduating recital may be a shared recital with another Music Major. Woodwinds Majors may share with vocalists or instrumentalists.
4. The grade for the recital semester will be fully assigned by the studio teacher.

4502.xx plus 4505 Recital 

Note: Students should register for 4505 in addition to 4502.xx in the semester they give the recital.

1. The recital for 4502.xx should be offered during the last semester of study at that level. Refer to the Recital Policy for the required length of this recital.
2. The recital is generally a full recital.
3. The grade for the recital semester will be fully assigned by the studio teacher.

4602.xx plus 4605 Recital

Note: Students should register for 4605 in addition to 4602.xx in the semester they give the recital.

1. The graduating recital for 4602.xx should be offered during the last semester of study at that level.
2. Refer to the Recital Policy for the required length of this recital.
3. The grade for the recital semester will be fully assigned by the studio teacher.

Music 4601/4602 Enrollment Policy 

After completion of 4501.xx required degree recital, students are strongly encouraged to register for 4601.xx. However, there is no guarantee of a place in a faculty studio. It is assumed that each level of Woodwinds Study will require two academic semesters to complete. From time to time, the senior performance level (4602) may require additional semesters; therefore, the School of Music allows a student to enroll for 4602.xx for (a total of four semesters). 

Graduate Recitals

Please read the School of Music Graduate Handbook for procedures regarding the following recitals:

• Music 7805 Masters Thesis Recital
• Music 7905 Doctoral Preliminary Recital
• Music 8905 Doctoral Recitals 

Chamber Music 

Students may be placed in a group by chamber music coaches. Students are encouraged to form their own chamber music groups. Coaches will be assigned to chamber groups by the woodwind faculty. To satisfy the chamber music requirement, each student must participate in at least one of the following performance opportunities:

1. Woodwind Departmental recital
2. End of semester jury
3. Chamber music recital held towards the end of the semester
4. Student recital regularly scheduled
5. A pre-determined performance in consultation with the faculty coach

Woodwind Studio Recitals (Departmentals)

1. Woodwind Studio Recitals are held three or four times each semester in either Timashev Recital Hall or Weigel Auditoriums. All Undergraduate and Graduate Woodwinds majors are required to attend.
2. Students must obtain permission from their teachers to perform in departmental recitals. Obtain a recital form from your teacher. Fill it out appropriately and turn it in to the Departmental Recital coordinator who will prepare the recital program and will inform you of your participation based on a first come, first served standard.

School of Music “Honors” Recitals 

Woodwind Section representatives for the School of Music “Honors” Recitals will be chosen by the woodwind faculty from outstanding performances on Woodwind Studio Recitals.

Concert Attendance Policy

1. All Woodwinds majors must comply with the concert attendance policy below. Your individual teacher is authorized to expect more. This policy requires attendance at ten (10) concerts and school convocations (1–2) each semester for a total of six semesters. These should include at least four instrumental concerts of instruments other than their principal instrument and should not include concerts in which they themselves are a participant. 
   1. Individual studio professors will communicate expectations of proof of attendance.
2. Woodwind majors are encouraged to attend all student Woodwind recitals.
3. Attendance at ALL Woodwinds faculty and guest artist recitals is expected.
4. Attendance at ALL departmental recitals is required.
5. If unable to attend a required recital, the student must be formally excused by the teacher and must make up the recital in some form agreeable to the teacher.
6. Recital attendance will be classed as “participation” and will be part of the teacher’s grade for the semester.

Large Ensemble Participation Requirements 

For Undergraduate Students 

Ensemble requirements vary by degree. Music majors should refer to the curriculum sheet for their declared major for ensemble requirements. All students should audition for large ensembles at the beginning of each year. Students will be placed in the appropriate ensemble based on this audition. 

For Graduate Students 

Graduate students should consult the School of Music Handbook for Graduate Studies, found at music.osu.edu. 

Large Ensemble Auditions Information 

Check music.osu.edu/ensembles for audition details, sign-ups, and downloadable audition excerpts (usually available by late-July) for autumn semester. 

Questions? Contact your studio teacher.

Forms

The following is a list of forms which Woodwinds students are required to fill out to facilitate the smooth and proper handling of events, such as scheduling classes or recitals. Each student is responsible for the completion and distribution of all forms as specified. Most are available from your studio teacher, unless noted otherwise.

Schedule form

At the beginning of every semester all students will fill out a schedule form provided by their applied teacher. In addition to your class schedule, list on this form your telephone number, email address and your level of study.

Teacher Assignments

Students will provide studio teachers with their class schedule to facilitate scheduling. Your teacher will contact you to set up a lesson time. Check the studio door and your e-mail.

Woodwind Studio Recital Forms

These forms are available from the applied teacher or the woodwind bulletin board and should be filled out showing your name, level, piece to be performed, approximate timing and the name of your collaborative pianist. The form should be given to Professor Schartz, no later than the Friday prior to the Departmental Recital. In order to secure a place, hand the form in as early as possible.

Woodwinds Level Repertoire Form

See your studio instructor. (Updates coming 2026–2027.)

Recital Scheduling Guide

Found under Student Recital Guidelines.

Additional Information 

Scheduling a jury time

Check the Woodwinds Area bulletin board one week before the end of each semester for the list of available jury times. Check with your collaborative pianist for a suitable time and sign up before the last day of scheduled classes. Do not remove the lists from the board or change times listed. Any scheduling problems should be brought to the attention of Woodwind Performance Area Head.

Finding an collaborative pianist

Students are responsible for hiring their own collaborative pianist It is best to check with your teacher first for a recommendation and follow the process located at Current Student Resources. 

Studio Classes

Studio classes are regularly held on Tuesdays or Fridays in addition to the regularly scheduled Departmental recitals. Ask your teacher for additional studio times and information and check the teacher’s door regularly for notice of updates.

Practice rooms

Practice rooms are located throughout the Timashev Family Music Building and Weigel Hall. Details, reservation instructions and forms are available at Current Student Resources.

Equipment needed

Necessary equipment includes a folding music stand, a quality lock (for your music locker), metronome, tuner, recording device, reeds and reed-making equipment and an instrument in working order, music, and a notebook. 

Concert dress

• A full-length modest, all black, appropriate dress or skirt, pants. Tops should have three quarter to full length sleeves. Black hose or socks and black shoes. Occasionally the student may be asked to wear a white blouse or black turtleneck with a black long skirt, or long black pants.
• A black tuxedo with white shirt and black bow tie and black shoes and socks. Occasionally the student may be asked to wear a black turtleneck with black pants.
• Check with your ensemble director or your studio teacher regarding the above.

Lost Instrument? 

Instruments are expensive investment. Have a file with the following information so that you can access it easily if needed. 

1. Retrace your steps to make sure you didn’t leave it in a class or restroom. Also be sure you brought it with you.
2. Check the School of Music Instrument Room and School of Music Main Office
3. Call Transportation Services 614-292-6122 if you ride CABS. It may be on the bus.
4. Call Campus Police 614-292-2121 to file a report.
5. Contact your insurance company. Know the following information:
   1. Policy Name____________
   2. Policy #_______________
   3. Phone for claims_________
   4. They will ask for a description of the instrument:
      1. Model
      2. Serial Number
      3. Replacement Value____If you have an appraisal for your instrument, keep a copy with your insurance policy.
6. Check pawn shops and yard sales in the area. (Post on stolen instrument list serves (i.e. flute@listserv.syr.edu).)