Music - Performance Concentration - Piano (B.M.)

The Performance program focuses on developing the skill level and artistry required of a classical concert performer. Majors in Performance will complete the following minimum music requirements: 

     • 8 semesters of private lessons 

     • Qualifying Recital in the Junior Year 

     • Senior Recital in final semester 

     • 8 semesters of participation in large departmental ensemble 

     • 2 semesters of participation in small departmental ensemble 

     • 4 semesters of music theory 

     • 1 semester each of Counterpoint and Form and Analysis 

     • 4 semesters of music history 

     • 4 semesters of class piano (except piano majors and minors) 

     • 1 semester of conducting (instrumental or choral) 

     • 8 semesters of recital attendance 

Additional music requirements in pedagogy and literature are required by each specific major (Orchestral Instruments and Guitar, Piano, Voice).