Professor: Gary Malvern
Department: Music
College: Furman University, Greenville, SC
Rating # 1
Overview:
- Course: MUSLIT101
- Grade Received: A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 5.0
- For Credit: Yes
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: No
- Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Terrible professor. Tests a lot on items hes not covered in class.
Rating # 2
Overview:
- Course: MUSIC16
- 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:
It has been years since I attended Furman - but Dr. Malvern is the best professor at Furman - I am grateful that I considered being a music major just because that allowed me to take his Music 16 class - LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE
Rating # 3
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
One of the best professors I've ever had and I hate history. He really cares about and gets to know his students. I graduated in '07 and he still checks in with me via Facebook every now and then to see how I'm doing (not in a creepy way but in an I really care way).
Rating # 4
Overview:
- Course: MUSIC101
- 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 is extremely helpful with trumpet playing. He opened my eyes to how much room i have left for learning.
Rating # 5
Overview:
- Course: MUSMUS
- 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:
Genius. Period. It's him and Chesebro at the top of the music department. Love him to death!
Rating # 6
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: No
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
AMAZING! i hated history but loved dr. malvern--he's HILARIOUS and always made everyone laugh. tests are a bit rough, but as long as you take notes you're in the clear. i mean it's a mandatory class for music majors so i cant really say "take the class" cause you HAVE to but its definitely a lot of fun
Rating # 7
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
dr. malvern is so so personable. I didn't think he would be because the class had 70 kids in it, but he really takes the time to get to know each student. Tell him what you're playing/singing. He'll invite you to play for him. The midterm kicked my butt, but the final was a breeze. take tons of notes, and go to the listening sessions.
Rating # 8
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He covers all of the material that he tests you on in class, so there is no need to read unless you want to. Very nice guy. Take notes and go to the listening sessions and you'll be fine.
Rating # 9
Overview:
- Course: MUS16TRUMPET
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Dr. Malvern is probably the most well-rounded, smartest guy i've ever known. Incredibly nice and always funny and interesting; never a dull lecture or lesson, he's a brilliant teacher. Can converse with you about any topic, just try him. Oh yeah, also a phenomenal musician.
Rating # 10
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This is such an amazing class. Dr. Malvern is one of the most intelligent people I've ever known and going to class was never a drag because the lectures are so interesting. The grading on papers is a little subjective, but the midterm and final weren't as bad as people had made them out to be.
Rating # 11
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
One of the hardest classes I've had at Furman, but if you're good at history and stuff then you might not have to worry. I felt like he was a fair grader, but the lectures are a little boring. Also on the plus side, he's very nice.
Rating # 12
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
A little talky, but very knowledgeable, and an excellent man to learn from.
Rating # 13
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 2.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Smartest guy I've ever met!! Lectures are too interesting, but they're not boring enough to put you to sleep. He's hilarious and down-to-earth. Listen and take notes to EVERYTHING he says in class. Time consuming readings and projects. He's a lenient grader. Not too hard to get an A-.
Rating # 14
Overview:
- Course: MUS16LESSONS
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
I love this guy. He is incredibly helpful and intelligent. He will help you if you ask
Rating # 15
Overview:
- Course: MUSIC20
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
One of the best professors I've ever taken. Takes time to get to know you outside the classroom. Study lecture material and you'll be fine. Wonderful class, amazing professor!!
Rating # 16
Overview:
- Course: 1620THIS
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 1.0
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
lectures are full of cute anecdotes, but lack substance; assignments are unclear; his grading is very subjective; often complicates things when answering a question, leaving students more confused.
Rating # 17
Overview:
- Course: 20THMU16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
good history teacher. Doesn't teach much form in 20th centuy--mostly history. tests are thorough, so you should study.
Rating # 18
Overview:
- Course: MUSHIST
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.5
- Course Difficulty: 3.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
he is SOO funny and he is arguably one of the most knowledgeable people in his area. i thought his midterm was SO hard, but as long as you take notes, you'll do fine! i never even read the book.
Rating # 19
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 5.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Awesome prof! Cares so much about his students, takes time out of class to get to know all 70! He's incredibly passionate about music and history, and he's a great lecturer. He's tough, but really cool.
Rating # 20
Overview:
- Course: MUS16
- Grade Received: N/A
- Overall Rating: 4.0
- Course Difficulty: 4.0
- For Credit: N/A
- Textbook Used: N/A
- Would Take Again: N/A
- Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Wow. I LOVED his Music History class! He is so passionate about what he does, and it SHOWS- his enthusiasm is contagious. Loves teaching. Very willing to actually build relationships with his students. Tests are hard, but he gives out ample extra credit.
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