"My experience here has been amazing. Not only is the department incredible, the music faculty and students are really tight-knit. There are so many opportunities and chances for students to discover what they really want to focus on! I really can't imagine having a better first year!"
Heather McRostie Ray
Music Performance major

"The string faculty at CWU in my opinion are wonderful examples of something that is rare; good teaching. This understanding is not only in terms of violin playing, but in the business, community, and teaching aspects as well. One aspect of the department that I especially appreciated was that, from the very beginning, Professor Rehkopf encourages getting to know and becoming friends with fellow students. The result is a wonderfully supporting and friendly atmosphere between students in the department. I feel very strongly that this non-competitive positive atmosphere is one of the reasons why I developed so well as a performer. I came into the department with Suzuki book six while sitting in the back of the orchestra, and after four years I left with the Tchaikovsky concerto while sitting concertmaster of chamber orchestra. During that time I made numerous friends and contacts that will last the rest of my life. "
Jeff Ball
Music Performance graduate

"Central is extremely unique in its sense of support and encouragement towards each other."
Christi E. Florance
Music Education graduate


"Professor Rehkopf is the most vivacious and creative teacher I''ve ever experienced. She brims with life as a performer and teacher. Her ideas are fresh, and she personalizes her teaching for each individual. I wouldn't trade my experience working with her for anything else."
Jennifer Lynch
Music Education graduate



"John Michel helped me to dissolve tension that I had struggled with for years."
John Bottelli
Graduate Music Minor

"One of the things I appreciate most about Central is the abundance of performance opportunities -- in student recitals, convocation, studio class, and community events. As a performance major, this really helps me practice being in front of an audience, which is primarily what I'll be doing throughout the course of my career. In less than two quarters at CWU, I've already overcome almost all of my stage fright! The small, close-knit music department and supportive faculty are great too."
Elyse Jacobson
Music Performance graduate

"The professors at Central are truly exceptional -- they challenge you to expand your musical horizons and perception of sound more than you can image."
Heidi Foster
Elementary Education & Music Minor graduate

"I originally came to Central because of Dr. Cobbs ( I was in his youth symphony.). After being here two and a half years, I would have chosen to come here for any one of the faculty. Every professor here is personally concerned with your progress, and your emotional and academic well being. They are willing to give you their own time and attention to help you when you need it. I even have teachers who will call me if I've been sick to make sure I'm alright! I learn so much from the faculty here -- not only what they teach me in the classroom but interacting with them outside of it."
Katie Corcoran
Music Education graduate



"Aside from the numerous chances for teaching and coachings, we even have opportunites to perform with the faculty. Between the friendly students and the knowledgable faculty, the music department feels like your family away from home."
Christopher Foerstel
Music Performance graduate

 

 

"The environment of the music department at Central is generally laid back and accepting of musicians of all levels, while the incredible faculty can teach students of all abilities. Central gives you the flexibility and independence necessary to get a musical education that fits your goals and interests."
Jonathan Thomson
Music Performance graduate

 

"There is an abundance of opportunites around every corner at Central.
Whether your majoring in performance, education, composition or
whatever. The faculty here will help and nurture you every step of the
way. "
Aaron Inglin
Music Performance graduate

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