The Singing Owls is open to Temple students and alumni, Temple faculty and staff, and members of the community. Conducted by Rollo Dilworth, the ensemble's primary goal is appreciation and performance of music from diverse places, cultures and time periods.
No audition necessary!
Rehearsals begin on August 26 at Presser Hall on Main Campus and recur every Tuesday evening from 7:30–9:30 p.m. An optional half-hour skills session is held from 7–7:30 before every rehearsal beginning September 2.
The cost for non-credit members is only $25 per semester.
For more information or to join, contact Leslie Cochran: cochranl@temple.edu or 215-204-8304.
Save the date: Annual Diamond Marching Band Alumni Gathering
Homecoming 2014 | October 10–11, 2014
Toot your own horn and bang your own drum... Again! BYO instrument, borrow one of ours or simply cheer on your fellow classmates in this annual alumni gathering featuring practice with the current band, a big tailgate party and a halftime performance at the Homecoming football game. For registration information, ticket discounts and more details, visit the website.
Temple Music Prep Programs
From individual lessons in orchestral instruments, piano, voice and guitar for children and adults to a wide range of music and dance classes, Temple Music Prep has it all: the wide range of classes include learning experiences designed to meet the music needs of children as young as infants, dance for children starting at age 3 and for today's busy adults there are group opportunities to learn how to sing, play the piano or guitar and much more. Check out what Temple Music Prep has to offer.
Contact Temple Music Prep to learn more or to register: (215) 204-1512 musicprep@temple.edu. Be sure to mention that you are a Boyer alumni to receive a discount:
- $10 off any group class for adults (excluding Night Owl Band and Singing Owls)
- $20 registration fee waived for children's classes
Here are two of our latest offerings for adults:
Creativity & Collaboration, Instrumental & Vocal Ensemble
Learn the fundamentals of improvising, arranging and ensemble playing in a comfortable, low-pressure group environment. This course provides formal music instruction through jazz and popular music. Although no audition is required, ensemble members need to be able to read music and use personally owned or rented instruments.
Learn more and register.
Reducing Stress through Mindfulness and Song
Research has confirmed the psychological benefits of singing and mindfulness. Each class of this eight week program will include a short presentation on the dynamics of the stress reaction, guided meditation, group singing and discussion. By the end of this program, you will have gained valuable insight into how your mind works and you will walk away with powerful meditation techniques. All teens and adults are welcome and no singing experience is required.
Learn more and register
