February 17, 1998

Kevin Dobbe
52 Groveland Terrace #103
Minneapolis, MN 55403

RE: "The Cognitive and Affective Effects of Certain Interactive Music Software
  Programs on Selected Concepts for Music Fundamentals Non-Major Music Students"

Human Subjects Code Number:  9711E00084

Dear Mr. Dobbe:

The IRB: Human Subjects Committee determined that the referenced study is exempt
from review under federal guidelines 45 CFR Part 46.101(b) category #1
INSTRUCTIONAL STRATEGIES IN EDUCATIONAL SETTlNGS.

The code number above is assigned to your research. That number and the title of
your study must be used in all communication with the IRB office.

Upon receipt of this letter, you may begin your research. If you have questions,
please call the IRB office at (612) 626-5654.

The IRB wishes you success with this research.

Sincerely,

Carol Siegel
Assistant Director

CS/med
CC: Steven Schultz