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
A native of North Carolina, Dr. Rod Cathey first discovered his aptitude and interest in music at the age of 8 when he joined the children’s choir at his church. After participation in both school choirs and bands, Cathey earned his Bachelor of Arts from Azusa Pacific in Music Education and Vocal Performance, studying with Marvin McKissick and Lois Wells. He earned his Master of Music degree from APU in conducting, studying with Dr. Gary Bonner. During his doctoral studies in conducting at Claremont Graduate University, he received the Fiske Memorial Tuition Fellowship. Dr. Cathey is listed in “Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers.”
Cathey directed the APU Men’s Chorale for ten years. Under his direction, the chorale performed in hundreds of concerts throughout the western and northwestern United States, as well as internationally in Canada and Romania.
He has conducted University Choir and Orchestra for the last five years, leading the ensemble on tours to the Pacific Northwest, New York, Washington D.C., Virginia, Canada, and Mexico. The ensemble has recently released two custom recordings: Pure Joy and Music of Heaven.
Cathey directed the APU Men’s Chorale for ten years. Under his direction, the chorale performed in hundreds of concerts throughout the western and northwestern United States, as well as internationally in Canada and Romania.
He has conducted University Choir and Orchestra for the last five years, leading the ensemble on tours to the Pacific Northwest, New York, Washington D.C., Virginia, Canada, and Mexico. The ensemble has recently released two custom recordings: Pure Joy and Music of Heaven.
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. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
