Performance Studies: Piano

Course Description

Performance studies instruction for non-majors or majors on secondary instrument/voice. Prerequisite: Admission as a Music major or special permission of Department; enrollment in two (2) or more s.h. requires coregistration in an ensemble; Notes: May be repeated for credit if different instrument.

Syllabus

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

  • Demonstrate technical skills requisite for artistic self-expression in performance at a level appropriate for the particular music concentration.
  • Apply an overview understanding of the repertory to performances from a cross-section of that repertory.
  • Demonstrate the ability to sight read with fluency.
  • Demonstrate both general musicianship and a level of skill relevant to professional standards.
  • Develop a practical knowledge of pedagogy at a level appropriate to the degree.
  • Construct artistic/intellectual goals that are evident in their work.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure Percentage/Points
Lessons 70%
Jury Examination 15%
Attendance and Participation 15%

Attendance/Participation:

Attendance and Participation are graded components of this course.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

Students are required to purchase all digital/sheet music presented for performance/evaluation, and any equipment or accessories required for performance by the instructor.

Scholarly Perspectives

This course engages diverse scholarly perspectives to develop critical thinking, analysis, and debate and inclusion of a reading does not imply endorsement.