Augustana Music Academy Workshop

Augustana Music Academy Workshop 2025

Transform Music Education With Innovation

Elevate your teaching with cutting-edge tools and techniques at our 4-day professional development workshop for music educators and enthusiasts. This immersive experience is designed to inspire innovation and enhance classroom engagement for K–12 instructors and beyond.

Session 1: July 7–8, 2025 | Augustana School of Music
Session 2: July 9–10, 2025 | Augustana School of Music

A digital illustration of a human brain, partially outlined in black and white on the left side, while the right side is filled with vibrant splashes of color, including red, yellow, green, and blue. The colorful side appears to represent creativity and artistic expression, contrasting with the structured, monochromatic half. The background is black, emphasizing the bright splashes of color.

Why Attend?

Affordable Excellence: Each workshop is only $75, thanks to support from South Dakota Arts Council & Arts South Dakota.
Earn Credit: Choose to take courses for graduate, undergraduate, or continuing education credit (optional).
Hands-On Learning: Dive into practical courses covering Class Guitar, Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), PA Systems, and more.
Flexible Options: Stay on campus and enjoy convenient meal plans to make the most of your experience.
Social Connections: Optional evening social events provide opportunities to relax, network, and build community.
Expert Guidance: Learn from seasoned educators and industry professionals.
Community Connection: Network with like-minded professionals and build lasting collaborations.

Workshop Highlights

COURSE	DESCRIPTION	INTENDED AUDIENCE	SESSION 1	SESSION 2
Class Guitar	Techniques and resources for teaching guitar in classroom settings, covering basics to advanced instruction.	K-12 Educators	✔️
Digital Piano Techniques & Ensembles	Practical methods for integrating digital pianos into group learning — from ensemble techniques to creative applications.	K-5 Educators		✔️
Music Tech: Digital Audio Workstations	Hands-on exploration of digital audio workstations (DAWs) for music production and recording — tailored to classroom use.	K-12 Educators		✔️
Music Tech: PA System Operation & Recording	Training in PA setup, live sound and recording basics to empower educators with audio management skills.	K-12 Educators	✔️	✔️
Music Tech: Music Notation With Sibelius	A deep dive into Sibelius software, covering notation essentials and advanced features for composing and arranging.	K-12 Educators	✔️
Composition & Arranging	Essential techniques for crafting and adapting music, as well as focusing on practical, classroom-friendly approaches.	K-12 Educators	✔️	✔️
Instrumental Conducting	Refinement of conducting skills with attention to ensemble communication, expression and technique.	6-12 Educators	✔️
Choral Conducting	Advanced conducting techniques tailored for choral ensembles — focusing on vocal dynamics and artistic direction.	6-12 Educators	✔️	✔️
Jazz Studies	An introduction to jazz techniques, improvisation and stylistic interpretation for effective classroom jazz education.	6-12 Educators	✔️	✔️

Cost & Registration

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605.274.5451

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