<p>This is a new one to me, but the faculty looks good and I hear good things about Columbus. Any experience here with this one. I am organizing an Ohio tour to include Otterbein and perhaps Ohio Wesleyan. Imput appreciated.</p>
<p>The name is new to me as well. In some quick overview reading, I would say that it might well be worth further investigation.</p>
<p>It is a faith based institution apparently <a href=“http://www.capital.edu/Internet/default.aspx?pid=131[/url]”>http://www.capital.edu/Internet/default.aspx?pid=131</a> and that may or may not present issues within an individual’s choice of school selection criteria.</p>
<p>Violadad - that is something to consider. I’m not sure what an Evangelical Lutheran is. Somehow I never put those two words together. It is also noteworthy that only 6% of their students are OOS.</p>
<p>Any combo of terms is likely to surface. I have been repeatedly labeled a spiritual agnostic. ;)</p>
<p>Evangelical Lutheran is not to be confused with “Evangelistic”. The first is what the German protestant church calls itself. (In fact, they don’t say Lutheran - just “Evangelisch”.) If that is what this school is (and I have no idea) I doubt very much that it would be offensive to most. But since the mid-west has so many German schools (eg. Wittenberg comes to mind), this may be one more.</p>
<p>Luther College in Iowa also “Evangelical Lutheran” and is by no means, a “Holy Roller” institution. Don’t let that title put you off at investigating Capital.</p>
<p>Funny story is that DS’s soccer team from a Catholic associated college was playing Luther and a former HS Teammate was on Luther. I teased his parents about school’s nickname what was recently changed from “The Norsemen” to “The Norse” to be PC. I said a more appropriate name would be the “Luther Heretics.”</p>
<p>I’m a “born again Pagan,” can’t you tell?</p>
<p>The website does say that classes in religion and ethics are required - I’m not sure if that also pertains to the School of Music though - there is hardly room for any electives in the typical BM for music.</p>
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<p>Not true. DS had eight core course requirements (his school didn’t require religion or ethics…but they DID have required courses outside of music for the BM majors). Schools can require any courses they choose.</p>
<p>I might be able to shed a little light on this :). There are several “denominations” if you will, within the Lutheran church: ELCA- Evangelical Lutheran church in America, Missouri Synod, Wisconsin etc. They all follow the teachings of Luther.
Capital is a fine college. I don’t know alot about their music program, but I know their Nursing program is outstanding. Don’t let the “Evangelical” scare you away. </p>
<p>My D is going to be a freshman at Otterbein next year majoring in Vocal Performance. She had intended to be a Musical Theatre major but did not make it into the program. She loved Otterbein so much, she decided to attend anyway when they accepted her into the VP program. Of all the schools we looked at between both of my children, Otterbein was by far the most organized and friendliest. I can not say enough good things about this school.</p>
<p>BTW,Columbus is a great city! We live in SC but both of my d’s are attending college in Columbus. It is the 13th largest city in the nation now but still maintains a small town feel. It is very clean, very cultural, very easy to “get around”, great resturants and shopping! HTH</p>
<p>DS takes private lessons at Capital University. Many kids from our high school attend Cap also. I have never heard kids talk about the religious influence. The conservatory is well thought of locally and statewide. The atmosphere is very personal. The campus is sandwiched by a very affluent community on one side and a fairly blue-collar if not impoverished area on the other. Cost of living here is reasonable. The performance hall (Mees) is quite old and beautiful, but with updated seating that is comfortable and acoustics that are outstanding. There are some very new dorms on campus. </p>
<p>DS absolutely loves his teacher at Capital and was offered a half-tuition scholarship early on in his lessons. The prof said that was “as much as he was allowed to offer.”</p>
<p>bumping old thread…</p>
<p>Thanks to momnipotent for actually addressing the OP.</p>
<p>Since this thread was bumped, I would just like to say that I am an incoming Freshman at Capital. I notice it is not well known on this board, but if I can assist anyone with info pertaining to the Conservatory, I would be happy to help.</p>
<p>Thanks, Musicman.</p>
<p>I ran across your name earlier today while searching for Capital U. music stuff, though I did not see that you had actually decided on Capital. So that’s good news. I believe I saw that you are a voice person.</p>
<p>You’re right, Capital U. music apparently travels under the radar here … and maybe elsewhere.</p>
<p>One thing led to another to get here. I found the jazz trumpet instructor’s name while looking at the Birch Creek summer sessions faculty. When I saw that he’s at Capital, I realized that that’s a school I hadn’t looked into yet. We’re New Englanders, but I’ve actually heard of Capital, having spent a year-and-a-half at Marietta College.</p>
<p>And then I noticed that he’s a full-time guy, doubling as a composition professor, and with a DMA from Cincinnati. So that’s seems pretty solid.</p>
<p>A secondary interest for my son is music technology, and that looks strong at Capital as well. And they offer a BA as well as a BM in that.</p>
<p>Plus the nice neighborhood, proximity to Columbus, etc.</p>
<p>The low out-of-state percentage might be the biggest drawback for us, but if they’re looking for a more national student body, that could translate into scholarship money.</p>
<p>Those are just a few observations from afar.</p>
<p>How are the practice rooms?</p>
<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>
<p>Thanks again, Musicman. Good info. Would love to hear more once you get there.</p>
<p>Funny, I’m taking a tour there next week…been looking at music programs all around this summer and I found this by accident because I’ve been staying in the Columbus area a couple weeks…looks promising and Bexley is a nice area</p>
<p>Apparently, the jazz trumpet professor, Scott Belck, has left and is now the head of jazz studies at Cincinnati.</p>
<p>good thing i’m applying to both eh? haha</p>
<p>Capital has since hired Rob Parton: [Rob</a> Parton Big Band, Rob Parton, Rob Parton’s JAZZTECH Big Band, Chicago Big Band, Chicago Big Band sound, Chicago Jazz, Big Band Chicago,](<a href=“http://www.robparton.com%5DRob”>http://www.robparton.com)</p>
<p>Upping this thread as this is a top choice of my son, for jazz bass/music technology. His audition is in about 3 weeks. Also auditioning at Bowling Green, CCM and Duquesne, all in January.</p>
<p>Here’s a blurb about the Con: <a href=“http://majoringinmusic.com/capital-university-conservatory-of-music/[/url]”>http://majoringinmusic.com/capital-university-conservatory-of-music/</a></p>
<p>My S really enjoyed his visit and tour, we’ll see how things shape up this spring.</p>