Music, Piano Performance Emphasis, BA

Introduction

Musical performance is at the center of preparation for a career in music. This is nowhere more evident than in the study of piano. Pianists are in constant demand not only as solo performers, but also in chamber music and as collaborative pianists in a wide variety of settings. Students of piano performance refine their skills through live performance, the exploration of piano literature and also the opportunity to teach piano. Students are encouraged in their work not only as solo performers, but also in collaboration with others in small and large ensemble settings-both in rehearsal and performance- to better prepare them for the many professional possibities that arise professionally for pianists.

Baccalaureate Degree Core

Baccalaureate Core & Other Graduation Requirements

Music Core Courses: Required for all Bachelor of Arts in Music majors

Music Theory: 16 Credits

MUS 111 - Music Theory I 4 credit(s)
MUS 112 - Music Theory II 4 credit(s)
MUS 211 - Music Theory III 4 credit(s)
MUS 212 - Music Theory IV 4 credit(s)

Music History: 8 Credits

MUS 220W - Music Survey I 4 credit(s)
MUS 221 - Music Survey II 4 credit(s)

Ensembles: 8 semesters

Large ensemble appropriate to the student’s instrument or voice each semester in residence; may be taken for 0 or 1 credit. Students with junior standing or above may register at the 300-level for upper-division credit.

MUSE 153 - Pacific Univ. Concert Choir 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 353 - Advanced Concert Choir 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 158 - Orchestra 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 358 - Advanced Philharmonic Orchestra 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 163 - Chamber Singers 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 363 - Advanced Chamber Singers 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 165 - Symphonic Band 0-1 credit(s)
MUSE 365 - Advanced Symphonic Band 0-1 credit(s)

Applied Music: 8 Credits

Private instruction with a Pacific University instructor every semester in residence

MUSL 171 - Applied Music: 1st Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 172 - Applied Music: 2nd Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 271 - Applied Music: 3rd Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 272 - Applied Music: 4th Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 371 - Applied Music: 5th Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 372 - Applied Music: 6th Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 471 - Applied Music: 7th Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)
MUSL 472 - Applied Music: 8th Sem Private Lessons 0.5-1 credit(s)

Piano: 2 Credits

(and pass the Piano Proficiency Test)

MUS 185 - Functional Piano I 1 credit(s) *
MUS 186 - Functional Piano II 1 credit(s) *

Recital Attendance: 0 Credits

MUS 100 - Concert Hour 0 credit(s) (0-credit) seven semesters

Total: 34-42 Credits

* Waived for students who pass the Piano Proficiency Test without enrolling in these courses

Major Requirements

Music History: 4 Credits

(one of the following):

MUS 322 - Music History: 1585-1809 4 credit(s)
MUS 323 - Music History: Classic/Romantic 4 credit(s)
MUS 324 - Music History: The 20th Century 4 credit(s)

Required Courses:

MUS 282 - Basics of Conducting 2 credit(s)
MUS 491 - Piano Pedagogy 2 credit(s)
MUS 394 - Junior Recital 1 credit(s)
MUS 494 - Senior Recital 2 credit(s)
Electives in Music 4 Credit(s)

Total: 55 Credits

Program Details

Program Length

Four years for a complete BA degree. Two years for students transferring in with an AAOT degree. Program length may vary depending upon the student’s course load and academic progress.

Program Learning Outcomes

By successfully completing a major in Music, Piano Performance, students will be able to:

Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of literature and repertoire appropriate to performing on the piano.
Demonstrate a high level of technical skill and mastery of piano performance.
Demonstrate a knowledge of pedagogical practices specific to performing on the piano.
Research and prepares a junior recital under faculty supervision.
Research and prepares a senior recital under faculty supervision.
Create and produce a printed recital program for public performance with appropriate format and annotations.
Create and produce and distribute publicity materials such as print and electronic media.
Perform publicly a junior recital according to the guidelines outlined in the student recital handbook.
Perform publicly a senior recital according to the guidelines outlined in the student recital handbook.