Johnny Salinas

(he/him)

Assistant Professor

Greenwood School of Music

TEACHING

  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Introduction to Music (H)
    8 Jun 2026 - 2 Jul 2026
    Introduction to the great music of the past and present with the objective of bridging the gap between the audience and concert stage via active listening. No prior musical experience required. Previously offered as MUSI 2572.
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    Elective Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Applied lessons for non-music majors or for majors studying secondary instruments.Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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    Final Degree Project and Oral Examination: Studio
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Final capstone project in performance or conducting as assigned by disciplinary area, and cumulative oral examination before a designated committee of faculty. Detailed information on acceptable projects are found in the Graduate Music Student Handbook. Previously offered as MUSI 5004.
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    Major Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Private Lessons.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours. Additional flat fee of $24.00 applies.Prerequisite(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent performing level in applied major field.
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    Major Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 8 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Music major status.
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    Major Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 24 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Pass Upper Division Exam and MUSI 2490.
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    Music Repertory
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Survey of music literature suitable for teaching various levels in applied music.
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    Saxophone Ensemble
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Combinations of voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments for performing chamber music, music theater and duo piano repertoire. Additional flat fee of $40.00 applies. Same course as MUSI 5600.Offered for fixed credit, 1 fixed credit hour, maximum of 36 credit hours.
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    Saxophone Ensemble
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Combinations of voice, keyboard, orchestral instruments for performing chamber music, music theater and duo piano repertoire.Offered for variable credit, 1-2 credit hours, maximum of 36 credit hours.
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    Secondary Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours. Additional flat fee of $24.00 applies.Prerequisite(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent performance level in applied major field.
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    Senior Recital
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    The objective of this course is to prepare and perform a senior recital that meets the necessary artistic and technical standards expected of a senior music major.Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of major applied music teacher.
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    Single Reed Techniques
    12 Jan 2026 - 1 May 2026
    Methods for playing and teaching the clarinet and saxophone.
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    Elective Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Applied lessons for non-music majors or for majors studying secondary instruments.Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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    Final Degree Performance: Studio
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Prepare and perform or conduct a public concert or recital of significant repertoire.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Major Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Private Lessons.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours. Additional flat fee of $24.00 applies.Prerequisite(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent performing level in applied major field.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Major Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 8 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Music major status.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Major Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 24 credit hours.Prerequisite(s): Pass Upper Division Exam and MUSI 2490.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Saxophone Ensemble
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Combinations of voice, keyboard, and orchestral instruments for performing chamber music, music theater and duo piano repertoire. Additional flat fee of $40.00 applies. Same course as MUSI 5600.Offered for fixed credit, 1 fixed credit hour, maximum of 36 credit hours.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Secondary Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours. Additional flat fee of $24.00 applies.Prerequisite(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent performance level in applied major field.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Senior Recital
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    The objective of this course is to prepare and perform a senior recital that meets the necessary artistic and technical standards expected of a senior music major.Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and permission of major applied music teacher.
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    Techniques of Pedagogy and Performance
    18 Aug 2025 - 5 Dec 2025
    Advanced techniques and modes for preparing music for performance.Prerequisite(s): MUSI 3712 and MUSI 3722 or equivalent.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Introduction to Music (H)
    9 Jun 2025 - 3 Jul 2025
    Introduction to the great music of the past and present with the objective of bridging the gap between the audience and concert stage via active listening. No prior musical experience required. Previously offered as MUSI 2572.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Introduction to Music (H)
    10 Mar 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Introduction to the great music of the past and present with the objective of bridging the gap between the audience and concert stage via active listening. No prior musical experience required. Previously offered as MUSI 2572.
  • COURSE TAUGHT
    Elective Applied Lessons: Saxophone
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Applied lessons for non-music majors or for majors studying secondary instruments.Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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    Lessons in Applied Music (Major Field)
    13 Jan 2025 - 2 May 2025
    Private Lessons.Offered for variable credit, 1-4 credit hours, maximum of 12 credit hours. Additional flat fee of $24.00 applies.Prerequisite(s): Bachelor's degree or equivalent performing level in applied major field.