Phone: (626) 815-6000, Ext. 3584
Fax: (626) 969-7419
Email: rcathey@apu.edu
Rodney Cathey, DMA
Chair of Undergraduate Studies; Conductor of University Choir and Orchestra; Professor of Music
School of Music
Profile
Rod Cathey is an active adjudicator and clinician. Prior to his work at Azusa Pacific University, Cathey served as fine arts chair and vice principal of Western Christian High School, and then as minister of worship in churches in New Mexico and Southern California. He joined the APU music faculty in 1993.
Cathey directed the APU Men’s Chorale until 2003 and is now conductor of University Choir and Orchestra. Under Cathey's direction, the chorale performed in hundreds of concerts throughout the western and northwestern United States, as well as Romania. Cathey also advises the APU music ministry teams Celebration, Innermission, and Reflection. These contemporary Christian vocal/instrumental groups represent APU in churches and summer camps throughout the United States.
Cathey directed the APU Men’s Chorale until 2003 and is now conductor of University Choir and Orchestra. Under Cathey's direction, the chorale performed in hundreds of concerts throughout the western and northwestern United States, as well as Romania. Cathey also advises the APU music ministry teams Celebration, Innermission, and Reflection. These contemporary Christian vocal/instrumental groups represent APU in churches and summer camps throughout the United States.
Education
DMA - Conducting, Claremont Graduate University, 2003
M.M. - Conducting, Azusa Pacific University, 1991
B.A.- Vocal Performance and Music Education, Azusa Pacific University, 1975
M.M. - Conducting, Azusa Pacific University, 1991
B.A.- Vocal Performance and Music Education, Azusa Pacific University, 1975
Professional/Scholarly Presentations
Publications
Conducting Leadership: Effective Leadership Skills for Musical Directors, Claremont Graduate University Music Department, 2003
Conducting Leadership: Effective Leadership Skills for Musical Directors, Claremont Graduate University Music Department, 2003
Professional Experience
Academic Experience
Conductor, University Choir and Orchestra, Azusa Pacific University, 2003–present
Chair, Undergraduate Studies and Professor, School of Music, Azusa Pacific University, 1999-present
Conductor, Men's Chorale, Azusa Pacific University, 1993-present
Ministerial/Para-church Experience
Minister of Worship and Communication, First Church of the Nazarene, San Diego, 1988-1993
Minister of Worship and Communication, Heights First Church of the Nazarene, Albuquerque, 1983–1988
Conductor, University Choir and Orchestra, Azusa Pacific University, 2003–present
Chair, Undergraduate Studies and Professor, School of Music, Azusa Pacific University, 1999-present
Conductor, Men's Chorale, Azusa Pacific University, 1993-present
Ministerial/Para-church Experience
Minister of Worship and Communication, First Church of the Nazarene, San Diego, 1988-1993
Minister of Worship and Communication, Heights First Church of the Nazarene, Albuquerque, 1983–1988
Professional Involvement and Accomplishments
Honors, Awards, Recognition
Fiske Memorial Tuition Fellowship, Claremont Graduate University, 1995-1999)
Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers
Associations, Boards, Committees
Discipleship Group Facilitator, 2003-present
Education Council Policy Subcommittee, 2002-present
Appointment Rank and Contract Council, 1999-present
Dinner Rally Program Concept Team, 1995–present
American Choral Directors Association
Music Educators National Conference
President’s Spiritual Life Task Force
Work Load and Compensation Council
Academic Advisor, 1993-present
Fiske Memorial Tuition Fellowship, Claremont Graduate University, 1995-1999)
Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers
Associations, Boards, Committees
Discipleship Group Facilitator, 2003-present
Education Council Policy Subcommittee, 2002-present
Appointment Rank and Contract Council, 1999-present
Dinner Rally Program Concept Team, 1995–present
American Choral Directors Association
Music Educators National Conference
President’s Spiritual Life Task Force
Work Load and Compensation Council
Academic Advisor, 1993-present
Expertise
Conducting
Music Education
Vocal Performance
Note: This information is current for the 2008-09 academic year. To view 2009-10 program information, visit the Academic Catalogs page. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
