MUS-1390 APPLIED PIANO I

Credits 2
Equivalent Hours 2
Private instruction in piano. Emphasis is placed on posture, hand position, fingering, pedaling, accuracy, tone, and musicianship. These techniques are applied to the playing of standard, solo piano literature. Students are required to attend a one-hour private lesson each week; pass a final jury exam, perform at two applied music seminars, and attend eight additional applied music seminars or approved departmental events.

Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite: Permission of the department.
Course Outcomes

Demonstrate an elementary piano technique that includes correct posture, hand position, fingering, pedaling, accuracy, tone, and musicianship.
Accurately perform at least two intermediate compositions from the standard, solo piano literature.
Demonstrate emotional and stylistic characteristics suitable for solo piano music with appropriate stage presence for a solo piano presentation.