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University of Wyoming Department of Music Dept. 3037 1000 East University Avenue Laramie, WY 82071 (307) 766-5242 / (307) 766-5326 fax Graduate Saxophone Teaching Assistantship A full Graduate Teaching Assistantship includes a full tuition waiver, stipend, and available health benefits. Assistantship duties may be awarded in the areas listed below. Saxophonists who are qualified in any of the below mentioned areas are strongly encouraged to apply. Qualified students will have the opportunity to receive teaching experience in their areas of expertise. Saxophone (applied, chamber music) Jazz Studies (jazz ensemble, jazz combo, improvisation) Music Theory Music History Bands Woodwinds Degrees offered: Master of Music in Performance and Master of Arts in Music Education Department of Music: The University of Wyoming Department of Music's Mission is multi-faceted. As artist/performer/teachers, we offer the highest level of instruction in preparing musicians for leadership positions as professional performers, excellent teachers, and as continuing creative individuals in the field of music. As active performing community, we continue to position the UW Department of Music as a state, regional, national, and international artistic and cultural leader in performance, teacher education, research and creative activities. As role models and leaders, we serve the state and region as resources for music educators, for community performances, and as mentors and guides for young musicians seeking future musical careers. Deadline: Competed application materials (including audition) must be completed by March 4, 2011. Application Process: Visit the Department of Music webpage at website and click “New Student Info” at the top of the page. This will direct you through the steps to applying to the University of Wyoming, applying for assistantships, and setting up an audition. For any questions or assistance contact: Dr. J. Scott Turpen Associate Professor of Music- Saxophone Director of Jazz Studies 307.766.4252 email Dr. John Fadial Graduate Coordinator 307.766.5342 email