David Martynuik - Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA

Professor: David Martynuik

Department: Music

College: Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Indiana, PA

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

So I had him for marching band and if you aren't respectful, you shouldn't bother doing marching band. He's very strict and has high expectations, but he pushes you because he knows you can do better. Has a fantastic sense of humor. Can be kinda scary, but you get used to it.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: MUSC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

By far one of the most unprofessional profs you'll ever meet. Get ready for toddler grade temper tantrums. I didn't pay to go to school to be insulted by this guy. Don't waste your time. Try to make it 4 years in Cogswell hall without crossing paths with this him, you'll thank me later.

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Easily the best professor at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania by far. He will teach you all that you need to know, and will expect much in return. The more you put into his classes, the more you will get out of them. Do not disappoint him.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: MUSC216
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Rude, cranky, and has unrealistic expectations. Don't be surprised if he calls you stupid.

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

There is little doubt that he is one of the most musically proficient professors in the department and one of the smartest people at the university. But let's get one thing straight: his infamous temper is not averted if you're prepared; it's only averted if *everyone* is prepared *and* if he hasn't been dealing with idiots all day.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 1.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This man is a genius and an excellent composer. He strives for excellence and perfection and puts 110% effort into everything, and that's what he expects from the band as well. Brush up on marching before band camp and PRACTICE. There is little room for error with him and the band in general. Attendance and punctuality are absolutely mandatory.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

There is a time for fun and a time for work. If you understand that concept, you will love Dr. Martynuik because he's great with both. Know your stuff, don't be too sensitive and you will be fine. No... you'll be better than fine. You'll have a blast.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The majority of people on here have it correct. Dr. Martynuik can be the best thing that will ever happen to you during your musical career at IUP. If you attend each rehearsal prepared, you've nothing to worry about. I guarantee that 99% of the students who have left bad ratings were not prepared to be held accountable. Welcome to the real world.

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: MARCHBAND
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He's a musical genius with a short fuse. His anger is rarely unjustified, although he can be cynical and sarcastic when an unexpected inconvenience arises. He has really done amazing things for the marching band, it's just a shame that a lot of the band members are motivated more by fear than they are their passion for music.

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: MUSC101
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

People are saying he'll be cool so long as you practice. Not true. He'll be cool so long as EVERYONE practices. Or as long as nothing in general is bothering him. The man cannot control his temper. Once he's mad about something, forget it. The entire rehearsal is shot. And he cares WAY too much about looking cool in front of his students.

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: MBLGND
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Temper? Yes. Why/When? Because college level musicians don't know their ****. He expects you to perform and think like a college level musician. It's really not that hard. If you take the chance to listen, you will learn more from him than anyone else in Cogswell (or the lot?) Practice, know your stuff. If he's happy, everyone's happy.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: MB125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Marty has come a long way since the year 2002. In 2005(marching band)he blew up once a week. 2009,once all season. His problem is that he cares too much. When student musicians miss simple phrases or if they can't do something (countless times over and over again)"then" he gets mad. I have never been scolded by the man. Probably cause I practice.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: MUSC215
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This man is a genius. The only problem is this temper. He has gotten better since I have been at IUP, but his prior behavior in ensembles has been nearly unacceptable. In theory classes though, he is an absolute genius and I am in awe of his vast knowledge. He is also very helpful and nice if you respect him.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Martynuik has a very unpredictable, explosive temper. If you aren't a great musician or marcher, prepare for humiliation and degradation. He's a good theorist and composer, but my experiences with him in ensembles were far too stressful for me to ever take a class with him. People say he's different in class, but I don't buy it.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: MUSC100
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Completely unprofessional. Temper tantrums and inappropriate with students. Only people who like him are afraid of him and just thankful he hasn't blown up on them yet. Moody, pissy, and childish. A disgrace to the music program at IUP. Setting a horrible example.

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: MUSC116
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

People obviously have their own opinions of Dr. Martynuik, but the bottom line is he is himself. I have unlimited respect for this man. He is straight up with no BS, great sense of humor, and he showed a personable side to me also. Yes, he has a temper, but he gets in his moods because he cares. He is what I hope to be as a teacher someday.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: MBDI
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 2.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This man is at genius level. Unfortunately, this gets in the way with his teaching skills.has serious anger issues and makes degrading comments.Only favors those who 'prove their worth'- his job is to mold professionals and build our confidence as musicians and educators, not to strip students down until they only want to do well out of fear.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: MUSC125
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Marty is totally amazing. People may have a problem because he's tough and yells at mb, but seriously, you learn and the man is smart, but can also teach. Honestly, I have so much respect for him and what he can do. And he's really funny too, love his sarcasm.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: MUS000
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I don't know if it's possible to love yourself more than this guy. He is not a genius and he has not done good things for the marching band. Most people would not rate the IUP marching band in the top 3 in the state,and that's JUST the state. The band under him is lack luster now and on too many occasions down right embarrassing because of him.

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: IUPMBSECT
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

The man is a genious. Attendance is mandatory, and the only reason he yelled this eyar was cuz people couldnt drag their asses to MARCHING BAND. You joined so GO TO PRACTICE! IUP mb is the best band in the states, i mean, he MADE it that way. Wish he taught more classes.