VanderCook at the 78th Midwest Clinic

Visit the VanderCook booth (#1408) at the 78th Midwest Clinic! Meet our knowledgeable teaching faculty and admissions team to learn about our degree programs, MECA, and Summer 2025 On Campus Workshops.

Featured Presentations + Performances

DATE	TIME	LOCATION	EVENT	HOST
Wednesday, December 18, 2024	12PM - 1PM	W187	Crossing the Great Divide: An Instrumental Director's Guide to Choral Directing	Dr. Robert Sinclair
Thursday December 19, 2024	4PM - 5PM	W184	"The Kaminsky Method": Developing Balance, Blend, and an Accurate Center of Pitch in the Wind Band	Professor Alexander Kaminsky
Friday December 20, 2024	11:15AM - 12:30PM	375AB	VanderCook College of Music Symphonic Band	Professor Alexander Kaminsky Dr. Stacey Larson Dolan
Friday December 20, 2024	3PM - 4PM	W181	The History of the Midwest Clinic - What a Story!	Marilea Zajec

As a co-founder of the Midwest Clinic, VanderCook College of Music offers participants the opportunity to earn 1 graduate credit by attending 12.5 hours of clinic sessions and concerts. Participants must also submit observation summaries and reflection essays. Registration, in-person attendance, and full engagement in the 78th Midwest Clinic are required.

Browse Spring 2025 MECA Courses

Start your Master of Music Education (MMEd) at

VanderCook College of Music!

Spring 2025 Session begins on Monday, February 10th

Earn your Master of Music Education (MMEd) through our flexible programming options that allow you to maintain your current full-time teaching schedule.

Other features include:

In-person, online, and hybrid programming options

A summer residency that includes three weeks of online instruction followed by three weeks of amazing in-person experiences on our campus

Up to 12 MECA credits may apply towards MMEd electives...and more!

Submit your application and begin your VanderCook journey TODAY!

QUESTIONS? Contact admissions@vandercook.edu or

call at (312) 788-1120

The MECA Continuing Education Team

Joe Koppel

MECA Office Coordinator

Raquel Gonzalez

MECA Office Assistant

Sarah Giordano

MECA Office Associate

Contact Us

Questions? Read our FAQ or contact our office!

📞 Voicemail: 312.788.1139

📩 Email: meca@vandercook.edu

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The mission of VanderCook College of Music is to enrich the lives of present and future generations by developing uniquely skilled music teachers who exhibit strong character, professionalism, and a commitment to excellence.

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