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Keyboard Studies

Degrees offered: B.M., M.M., D.M.A., Advanced Studies, Artist Diploma

Porfessor of Keyboard Studies John Perry with student Bahng-Sil An

The faculty in piano and harpsichord is exceptional in its complement of artists-teachers. Among the nation's most prominent, they are noted internationally as soloists, recitalists, adjudicators and teachers of master classes and workshops. Their primary concern is the technical and artistic development of the young pianist through study and performance of a widely varied repertoire as soloist, accompanist and performer in chamber ensembles. Degrees in piano and harpsichord performance are offered through the Department of Keyboard Studies.

Although there is no provision for a major in piano pedagogy, faculty specialists offer students who plan teaching careers ample opportunity for intensive study in the field.

Bachelor of Music in Performance (Harpsichord) or (Piano)

Audition - Harpsichord

A performance audition is required for all entering harpsichord majors. Whether a piano or harpsichord is played for the audition, memorized performances of four contrasting movements from a suite by J.S. Bach and two contrasting sonatas by Scarlatti or Soler must be included.

Audition - Piano

The applicant in piano must perform from memory three piano solos from the standard concert repertoire, each from a different stylistic period. The applicant must also submit a list of repertoire.

Curriculum Requirements for Harpsichord or Piano	Units
General education requirements	6 courses
Writing	2 courses
MUCD 340 (2) or 343 (2)	2
MUEN 228 (2), 428 (4)	6
Large ensemble*	4
MUHL 280ab (6), 385ab (6), 472ab (4)	16
MUPF 153P or HC (4), 253P or HC (4), 353P or HC (4), 453P or HC (4), 160ab (4), 170ab (2), 220 (2), 260ab (4), 360ab (4), 431ab (4), 481 (2)	38
MUTC 132ab (2), 133ab (6), 232ab (2), 233ab (6), 332ab (2), 338x (2), 340x (2)	22
Senior recital	0
Electives in music or letters, arts and sciences	12
	132

* Transfer credit may not fulfill the large ensemble requirement.

Graduate Degrees

Audition

A personal audition or cassette tape recording of representative selections is required for all applicants seeking admission as a performance major. If a cassette is submitted, it should accompany the supplementary application.

Master of Music in Performance (Harpsichord)

Prerequisite-applicants must hold a bachelor of music degree with a major in harpsichord or in another keyboard instrument.

Curriculum Requirements	Units
Ensemble	2
MUHL 570 (2), 578 (2), MUHL electives at the 500 level (4)	8
MUPF 481 (2), 553HC (8)	10
Music electives (at least two from the 500 level)	6
Graduate recital	0
Electives in music or letters, arts and sciences	4
	30

Master of Music in Performance (Piano)

Applicants must hold a bachelor of music degree in piano or the equivalent.

Audition

The master of music in performance (piano) applicant must perform from memory three piano solos from the standard concert repertoire, each from a different stylistic period, plus an etude. The applicant must also submit a list of repertoire.

Curriculum Requirements	Units
Ensemble	2
MUED 450a (2)	2
MUHL 570 (2), MUHL electives at 500 level (6)	8
MUPF 520 (6); 553P (8)	14
Two graduate recitals	0
Electives	4
	30

Doctor of Musical Arts Performance Major-Piano

It is the objective of the performance curriculum to combine high standards of performance with intellectual accomplishments appropriate to a university degree. Candidates electing this major must present at least four major public appearances: two solo recitals and two other appropriate appearances. The exact format, content and scheduling of the four appearances are the responsibility of the candidate's guidance committee. For additional information, please contact the department chair.

The Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano applicant must perform four piano solos from the standard concert repertoire, each from a different stylistic period, plus an etude. The applicant must also submit a list of repertoire.

Curriculum Requirements	Units
Basic D.M.A. curriculum	24
MUPF 520 (6); 653 (12)	18
Four graduate recitals: two solo recitals, one chamber recital, and one lecture-recital	0