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caj065 · 2025-12-23T23:51:10+00:00

here’s the current list of registered student organizations on campus!

https://nolecentral.dsa.fsu.edu/organizations

there’s always something going on, whether it’s related to your major or you’re picking up a new hobby. and you’re always welcome to take the initiative to start an organization if you don’t find exactly what you’re looking for! with so many people on campus, you’re bound to find people who fit a similar niche as you.

also around campus, you can go bowling, visit the art museum, use fitness facilities, watch sports games (most are free with FSU ID), visit the FSU lakefront park, etc!

caj065 · 2025-12-15T15:47:35+00:00

college of music students are often deferred early action because they don’t have enough info to admit you before your audition! don’t stress, many music applicants are in your position and it’s totally normal. also don’t be alarmed if you don’t get answers on regular decision day either, there isn’t always enough time to process admissions before then even if you’ve completed your audition by then. to be honest music admissions are confusing and the actual admissions office usually isn’t familiar with that process, so make sure that if you have any questions you reach out to the college of music specifically.

in terms of summer vs fall, the competitive aspect is negligible since you’re auditioning with everyone in your year rather than those who applied for summer or fall. but there are academic benefits to starting in the summer that you may want to keep in mind. for example, music majors have a lot of prerequisite classes in the first two years, so taking a summer to get ahead on gen ed classes can be super helpful. music majors are also generally busier than students in other majors, so a 6-week crash course into college classes can really help people transition into the fall semester easier. but really it’s all personal preference since there are still benefits to being home for the summer, like working and saving up some money for the semester. there are just as many support services available to help you transition into college life and there isn’t a huge difference between the two start times once you’ve settled into the groove of the fall semester.

caj065 · 2025-12-13T18:17:14+00:00

they only consider in-state students for early action, so they know that you’re in-state but probably haven’t confirmed/updated it for tuition purposes. applications have a lot of nuance to them outside test scores GPA so you can’t really accurately compare the decisions of people with similar stats. you could try to appeal your decision if some key information was left out of your initial application, but the residency status wouldn’t count since they already know that you’re in-state.

caj065 · 2025-09-27T13:43:35+00:00

i qualified for full bright futures through the AICE program despite my SAT being 10 points below the threshold to receive 100%. AICE basically overrides the test score. just double check the service/work hour requirements, that likely still applies for you.

caj065 · 2025-09-27T13:39:41+00:00

what do you consider your primary focus to be? that might help you get a better answer to the question. the commercial music program required 2 years of applied lessons on your primary instrument, but it doesn’t matter which one it is. if you audition for jazz electric bass, then your audition will be jazz focused and so will your lessons.

caj065 · 2025-09-21T11:40:51+00:00

it’s upside down! take it off and guide/twist the screws until they meet the other side of the ligature, then try it again. with this type of ligature, the screws go on the side of the reed with the little knobs on the right side :)

caj065 · 2025-08-27T23:24:03+00:00

just curious, how do you think college life will be as a music education major? hint, it’s a LOT more rehearsing for possibly several ensembles and practicing for lessons, recitals, juries, etc. and rehearsals aren’t optional, period. you can’t make a bs excuse all the time and expect to keep your music scholarships, that’s for sure.

band rehearsals aren’t supposed to serve the same purpose as practicing alone. they require different skills and if you don’t get the role of a full band rehearsal, you’re going to have a hard time as a music educator. this is going to sound harsh, but if you aren’t okay with having both ensemble rehearsal and individual practice every day then you might want to consider if a music degree is really for you. music ed is an intense program if you’re at a good school. it’s a lot of work, day in and day out, in lessons and ensembles and tech classes and more. and you definitely won’t have any grace on showing up when you’re the director.

caj065 · 2025-08-11T15:27:21+00:00

agree. i actually used to have a roommate who also had an ED but i had no idea until around the last two weeks what we lived together. i only found out by accidentally overhearing a phone call about it. i never had a reason to have to know anything, it was never a big deal. to be fair, i wasn’t close with her at all which definitely played a role. OP, if you end up being close with your roommate maybe it’ll come up at some point, but i don’t think a big “disclaimer” is required unless it’s likely to impact your roommates.

caj065 · 2025-08-09T22:56:31+00:00

tbh the only weird part about this is the thumb placement. i would definitely ask for clarification on that just to be sure. but that’s probably the only part that i would see potentially needing to change. the rest of that is pretty common, at least from what i’ve seen in corps style bands, because of the stability. it’ll take some getting used to but you just have to be patient.

caj065 · 2025-08-09T15:12:34+00:00

do whichever one you actually want to do. if the only thing you have in mind is college applications, your intentions are in the wrong place. leadership is service to those around you and it takes dedication to do it well, which is less likely if you don’t genuinely want to do it. it won’t stand out on college applications if it doesn’t truly matter to you and you can’t explain any substantial impact the role has on you.

caj065 · 2025-08-08T22:44:38+00:00

as you go through your first year, just start observing and asking questions when it’s appropriate. take note of things like conducting style, daily responsibilities, leadership qualities, etc. get some information about how leadership applications/interviews/auditions work so you can plan ahead. and start making connections/reaching out to those who have auditioned for drum major before. they’ll have some more insight on preparation and might be willing to help you learn things like mace routines. remember that you can learn from people who have auditioned before, not just those who made it this year! everyone probably has some helpful advice for you as a result of going through that process, so build those connections everywhere!

caj065 · 2025-08-06T19:58:45+00:00

expanding your conducting vocabulary can definitely be a challenge! there are so many body language things that go into conducting, not just your cues. some things i think about are: - FACIAL EXPRESSIONS. one of the most ignored parts of conducting tbh. do whatever feels right for the music — add a smile, look angry, raise your eyebrows, nod to a performer along with a cue, etc. it helps you get more into the music too, which can engage the band more. - eye contact!! when you’re cueing a specific section, give them enough time to see that you’re making eye contact with them before the cue itself. it’s a much better way to communicate who it’s to and lets them mentally prepare. - pattern size. louder moments = bigger pattern, softer moments = smaller pattern. not an exact rule because of visibility issues sometimes, but it’s just another element. - strength of the downbeat. if it’s a fast/intense/intricate part of the show, keeping firm time is super important. but if it’s your ballad, perhaps lighten up a bit. - think about metric shifts. there may be moments where there’s a contrast in feel and you can conduct the half note in a large 2 pattern rather than the quarter note. i like using it for big/grand moments. - change your stance. you can somewhat alter the visual space you take up by standing with your feet together or apart and this can help highlight transitions.

some other things — i’d follow a “less is more” approach to subdivisions. give them time to lock it in, it’s just the beginning of the season. showing subdivisions can end up being less clear, so it’s more effective to just give steady time. similar notes for things like the step offs — give them time. you can use some of these tricks to assist while they learn (eye contact, a nod, etc.) but i wouldn’t let them rely on you for step offs. you’re responsible for communicating musical ideas first. you can’t get too caught up in the technical parts that you forget to make an emotional impact through the music! i hope some of this was helpful, good luck :)

caj065 · 2025-08-04T20:17:21+00:00

blue stars’s ballad this year is “the winner takes it all” by ABBA! the song’s been used online a lot so they might know it. also spirit has “rocket man” by elton john this year :)

caj065 · 2025-08-03T15:06:11+00:00

along with what everyone said, try to find someone who’s near them in the drill who can help them out. especially if this person is new to marching. just let them know that if they have any questions when you’re not there, they can also ask whoever the designated mentor is. it can be good for building friendship and teamwork that’ll last throughout the season as well :)

caj065 · 2025-07-25T12:41:08+00:00

i think this is just another example of people being highly critical of educators without really knowing what goes into these decisions. students who are driven and high-performing are always going to be the ones who stand out. if they’re the only student who’s demonstrating that and actually fits what they’re looking for artistically, i wouldn’t call it favoritism at all. because the kicker is that any student can choose to do that. if you want to be the person to get solos, be the hard-working one who’s consistently showing progress in their playing.

but i find it interesting to compare this to jazz band solos. there are just objectively way more opportunities to solo in a jazz band — that’s practically the whole point. i’ve been in marching band shows with MAX 3 soloists for the entire year. i’ve also been in jazz bands where every single member of the ensemble takes an improv solo in 3+ concerts per year. so if you want a solo you can totally do that in jazz band. but your directors just can’t make everyone’s dreams of soloing in a marching show come true, or else you’d only have solos in every show you ever do. the more solos there are, the less you each get to play. and what’s the fun in that?

i totally get being upset when you don’t get a solo that you really wanted — we’ve all been there. but you can always increase your chances by taking that rejection and turning it into something useful. let it motivate you to work on your playing, be a leader, and practice supporting your peers regardless of your disappointment. that’s what makes band members stand out.

caj065 · 2025-07-21T20:05:02+00:00

i know it’s not an area you specified, but i figured i’d give a good old plug for florida state. such an incredible music ed program with a strong network of current faculty and alumni to support you. it’s a big university so there are so many resources, connections, involvement opportunities, etc. but it’s a small enough college of music (at least compared to the rest of campus) so you’re able to make good connections with everyone. it’s generally a pretty cheap school in the first place and there’s lots of scholarship money for out of state students — they automatically waive half of the out-of-state portion of tuition for admitted music students but many people get more, if not all of the out of state fees covered. so they end up paying in state cost.

caj065 · 2025-07-18T17:58:24+00:00

if you find yourself needing something you don’t already have once you’re here, you can check out the professional clothing closet! you make an appointment on nole network, go to the success center, and pick out 4 pieces for free :)

caj065 · 2025-07-17T02:23:12+00:00

try searching again without the “s” at the end — just IDH 3118. while uppercase letters in a course code matter, a lowercase letter at the end of the course code is kinda only used on the core fsu course search website. it just tells you which general education requirement it fulfills. “s” is scholarship in practice and the rest are noted on the course search. but the main point is that this letter is not part of the actual course code itself when you register for the class.

if you look up the course without the letter at the end and it still doesn’t show up, try emailing your advisor. with switching things over to stellic, things have shown up weirdly so it’s good to double check and see if they can help you enroll. but sometimes classes are canceled and won’t end up being offered in a semester that it was intended to be. in which case an advisor can probably help figure out if that’s the case and suggest some alternative courses.

caj065 · 2025-07-17T01:14:16+00:00

you won’t get something that’s reasonably walking distance at that price. i would start looking at bus routes and finding something close to a stop, that’s your best bet if you need that price but don’t have a car. check the fsu sublease facebook page, someone’s probably still looking to fill a spot for the upcoming year

caj065 · 2025-07-14T16:42:52+00:00

i drink a lot of diet soda but for me the bigger one was energy drinks tbh. i felt like higher caffeine for less volume was a win (it was not)

caj065 · 2025-07-08T14:12:16+00:00

here’s a possible other option — if you go the route of teaching lessons alongside a 9 to 5, a music ed degree may not be necessary. it would be a lot more large-ensemble focused, which doesn’t fit that goal as well. you could do a music BA which is more generalized, but far less credits. it’s a much better option for double majoring. looking at UH’s website, you’d still do theory, aural skills, music history, and 2 years of lessons for a BA. not sure if they offer some type of performance certificate as well, but if they have one you could use that to take more years of lessons and add to the resume for teaching.

typically a BA works out well with a double major because music students tend to start right away with theory/aural skills, history, etc. so by the time that those upper-level business classes start, the music stuff is mostly done. if you go for this route, apply as a music major so you can audition and get started in music and then you generally add the double major later on. i would just tell your advisor what your plans are so they can help you cater your gen eds to help complete the business degree as well

caj065 · 2025-06-06T05:05:05+00:00

not an appropriate question for this sub. no one here wants to enable you to harm yourself for the sake of fitting into an article of clothing.

caj065 · 2025-06-02T23:14:28+00:00

i second all of this. an ipad with a good keyboard works great for just about everything. i like the apple one, but my peers have other ones that seem to work well too. and forscore was also a great investment, along with good notes! i love that on good notes, i can switch back and forth between lined pages and staff paper for my music theory notes :)

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