Master of Music in Chamber Music: Piano

Designed for students seeking specialized education in the collaborative techniques, communication methods, and careerlife skills needed for a chamber music and collaborative piano career. Applicants must possess a bachelor’s degree in piano or its equivalent, along with substantial experience performing solo and ensemble repertoire. The Master of Music in Chamber Music: Piano requires a total of 30 credits. Coursework to include: minimum 8 credits of major instrument minimum 4 credits piano chamber music piano accompanying & duo repertoire courses minimum 8 credits of non-performance music courses, including survey of piano chamber music literature minimum 4 credits chosen from the following courses: Early Music Ensemble, Mixed Chamber Music, Chamber Music, Chamber Arts Collective, Vocal Chamber Music, Digital Music Ensemble, Electronic Chamber Music, Contemporary Directions Ensemble, Creative Arts Orchestra, Small Jazz Ensemble Final Project: Final Project Two final projects duo performance (minimum 60 min. of music): performance of duo works for piano and other instrument chamber music performance (minimum 60 min. of music): performance should include a variety of chamber music showing programmatic and stylistic depth and breadth including at least two complete works and at least one world premiere or alternative approved by the Chair of Chamber Music. Students may elect to pursue a double-major in Chamber Music & Performance, which may be completed in two years.