Doug Bianchi - Wayne State University

Professor: Doug Bianchi
Department: Music
College: Wayne State University
Rating # 1
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: WD
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: No
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
Runs his class like a high school band class, and expects the rules of high school to apply as well. College isn't the same as high school and his inability to adapt to that makes him an arrogant teacher. Didn't learn anything from his class and expected the same results from non-music majors as from music majors.
Rating # 2
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is a good band director, but keep in mind I am not a music major. For someone just taking the class for fun, he's great - gives a lot of anecdotes and examples relating to kissing, not sure if that's a flavor of the year thing or not. He talks to the music ed majors a lot, telling them things that will be helpful to them. Fun class.
Rating # 3
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: A+
  • Overall Rating: 5.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: Yes
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He is a fantastic Director and he is hilarious too i love him.
Rating # 4
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: Yes
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: Mandatory
Comment:
He's a decent enough conductor, and he gets the music sounding excellent, but he's a little unreasonable sometimes. He needs to understand sometimes that his rehearsal is not always the most important thing in the world. Sometimes he's in the right, but most of the time it just seems like he's being a jerk.
Rating # 5
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
In terms of actually teaching the class, he's a good teacher. However, his personality is what puts this class out of balance. Just go to class, play, then leave. He doesn't reply to emails and isn't willing to help unless he gets something in return. But if you're just looking to play, just stay on his good side and don't worry about anything else
Rating # 6
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.5
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Good conductor, but he is very confusing at times. He s not interested to teach anybody that is outside of his little club, watch for that. In many instances he is acting very unprofessional.
Rating # 7
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Mr. Bianchi is simply fantastic. I can't even express how excellent of a musician he is. And as long as you dont get on his bad side he is absolutely hilarious in class. Best band director you will ever have.
Rating # 8
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
He gets too worked up at times, but at other times, he's a great teacher. Just don't piss him off and you'll be fine.
Rating # 9
Overview:
  • Course: BAND100
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 2.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Very unprofessional.
Rating # 10
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Glad I never have to deal with this slime ball again.
Rating # 11
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 2.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Musically, the man is a genius and a brilliant conductor and teacher. The bands have never sounded better...ethically he is on the other side of the spectrum.
Rating # 12
Overview:
  • Course: BAND1
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 4.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Okay-if him and myself were stranded on a deserted island then there would be problems. Other than that, musically he is a very gifted man. The most useful thing that he has provided me as a role model that demonstrates how to balance the intricate nuiassances of music but to still create a true artform. This is something that I value greatly!
Rating # 13
Overview:
  • Course: BAND101
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.5
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: Yes
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Bianchi is a brilliant conductor. He is by far the best conductor I have ever had. When he conducts you can really feel the energy he gives off. His conducting makes me a better player.
Rating # 14
Overview:
  • Course: MUA2800
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 3.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
This prof. is only helpful if he can get something in return. He charms his way in and out of everything expecting no problems from others. He's vague when speaking or communicating and often leaves students very confused. Not to mention he's notorious for crossing the line with students. He's an embarrassment to WSU.
Rating # 15
Overview:
  • Course: WENSBBAND
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 1.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
WSU obviously was desperate for a director of bands when they hired a high school band director. Music Ed Students: Do not tell other music teachers that you have any connection to him or you will be looked down upon like he is(especially in some MSBOA districts in oakland county)
Rating # 16
Overview:
  • Course: BANDBAND
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
More than once information quoted was incorrect or used without citing source or credit given. Unclear goals/directions. Will not continue with studies.
Rating # 17
Overview:
  • Course: MUA3024
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 4.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Bianchi is amazing. Simply amazing. You'll love him.
Rating # 18
Overview:
  • Course: MUT1010
  • 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:
Excellent professor. Every music student in the United States should be required to pass his course before moving on. I wish that I could take him for every course!
Rating # 19
Overview:
  • Course: BANDFEST
  • 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:
He is an awesome director. Had him as the Clinician of the Regional WELS High School Band Festival. What an awesome director.
Rating # 20
Overview:
  • Course: BAND1
  • Grade Received: N/A
  • Overall Rating: 1.0
  • Course Difficulty: 3.0
  • For Credit: N/A
  • Textbook Used: No
  • Would Take Again: N/A
  • Attendance: N/A
Comment:
Knows many facts but has no real depth of musical understanding. Tries to be one of the students instead of teacher and mentor. Unqualified to lead college level musicans.
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