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2/24/2006
Our music programming was always ready for us to deliver to remote locations, but the technical limitations of the technology for music performance education were of great concern. Polycom's solutions saved the program because of their ease of use, reliability and quality. We can now look forward to expanding further with the possibility of remote auditioning for prospective students. Its use has enabled the school to extend its distance learning program and the global reach of the musical arts.
For those looking to start similar services, the Manhattan School of Music recommends:
1. Invest in advanced, high-quality equipment that is easy to use; ease of
use is critical to both faculty and staff acceptance.
2. Secure support on many institutional levels. It's vital to receive backing
from senior administration, faculty, and student leaders before implementing
a videoconferencing program, especially in the performing arts.
3. Educate and inform as many people as possible to help ensure buy-in from
a large constituency. Once people understand the benefits of the technology,
they're more willing to accept and support its use. Demonstrating its potential
is essential.
4. Integrate distance learning with recording and audio services. Convergence
of content and technology is the key to superior sound quality. Similarly, incorporating
institutional video technology services is necessary to ensure the highest production
values for music performance videoconferences.
Christianne Orto (corto@msmnyc.edu)
is Assistant Dean of Distance Learning & Director of Recording at the Manhattan
School of Music.
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