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The Certificate of Achievement (CoA) in Piano Performance provides a structured curriculum for students aiming to enhance their piano performance skills and musical knowledge. This program is ideal for those pursuing careers in music, preparing for further studies, or seeking personal enrichment. The program combines applied piano instruction, performance opportunities, and a choice of academic courses to support a well-rounded musical education. Students who complete the curriculum can seek entry-level employment as music educators, performers, music assistants, and musical leaders in liturgical/worship services. Prior to beginning the coursework in this program, students should have experience in reading printed music and playing piano at an advanced level.

To earn a Certificate of Achievement (CoA), please visit the College Catalog for more information and requirements. The following courses listed below pertains the Piano Performance CoA.

Complete four performance courses.

Course NumberCourse TitleUnits
MUS 59Piano Performance and Ensemble1
MUS 63Chamber Music2
MUS 65Piano Accompanying1.5


 

Complete four semesters of Applied Lessons- Piano

Course NumberCourse TitleUnits
MUS 51Applied Music-Keyboard0.5


 

Complete four semesters of Applied Music Workshop

Course NumberCourse TitleUnits
MUS 53Applied Music Performance Workshop0.5


 

Complete one music theory course

Course NumberCourse TitleUnits
MUS 3Harmony I4
MUS 4Harmony II4
MUS 5Harmony III4
MUS 6Harmony IV4

Courses options include music history, music appreciation, piano pedagogy, or continuing in theory.

Course NumberCourse TitleUnits
MUS 4Harmony II4
MUS 5Harmony III4
MUS 6Harmony IV4
MUS 255Beginning Piano Pedagogy3
MUS 256Intermediate and Advanced Piano Pedagogy3
MUS 20Music Appreciation3
MUS 20HMusic Appreciation Honors3
MUS 21World Music3
MUS 21HWorld Music Honors3
MUS 27History of Jazz3
MUS 28History of Rock Music3