datripp

Does anyone have info on UCONN's Vocal Performance program?

VicAria

I looked into it for my vocalist D (we're CT residents), and wasn't that impressed. A couple of talented kids from our local HS have gone to UConn's music program, and I'm not detecting a lot of growth on their part. Hartt would be a better choice, but it would cost more.
If you're looking as an in-state resident, you might look into Western Connecticut in Danbury. Their music program is small, but they're close enough to have a NY connection, and that seems to help. For my D, I would look at WestConn as a potential safety; but not UConn.

violadad

As mentioned before if the concentration is for (vocal) music ed, UCONN as well as WesConn are viable options for instate residents. On the whole, I would not recommend either for a performance degree pursuit.

datripp

O dear, I was afraid of that. Thanks for the speedy replies. I know it used to be better, when the couple that now are at Yale were there - the Crosses? All I can do is push him to raise his grades - and keep those tenor high notes. Otherwise, no $$$....I don't see any point in going into a program you take nothing much out of.

ABlestMom

I would not recommend Hartt for voice although they are extremely generous with scholarships. I think Constance Rock at UConn is a MUCH better choice between the two. I have heard nothing about WestConn although my DD has an aquaintance in the vocal performance program.

VicAria

Hartt, at least in terms of vocals, seems to put much more emphasis on Musical Theater over classical performance. But I could be wrong in that impression.

datripp, are you a CT resident? You will probably have to get to know each college's vocal faculty on an individual basis, to be able to make the best, most cost-efficient decision for your son.

Central Connecticut may have some good teachers: one of the best male vocalists to come out of our local HS is currently there, I think based on one certain professor.

datripp

Yes, we are CT residents. S is just a soph, and not sure if he's an acting singer, or a singing actor, or heaven knows what. So we're looking at schools with strong theater and strong music depts.. Hartt is off the table because it's too close to home, and the department's too small. Hoping his singing teacher can help with some suggestions. I will certainly check out Central, though that may have the too-close-to-home problem too.

jazzzmomm

This is an unconventional college, but University of the Arts in Philadelphia is popular for musical theatre. There is a musical theatre thread here that has some information posted by students and parents involved in the program. SUNY Purchase may be close for you but not too close--also very strong in musical theatre.