MUS 113 - Private Piano I

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

MUSIC

Description:

Techniques and principles of piano performance within a private, one-to-one context. Materials focus on piano literature, technique and sight reading skills chosen according to student level. Includes studio and jury evaluations. Prerequisites: MUS 106, or MUS 124 or Audition. Course Objectives (1) Demonstrate improved aural and visual discrimination skills important for understanding notation and reading music. (2) Demonstrate improved music-reading and co-ordination skills. (3) Demonstrate exploration of the repertoire for piano in a variety of styles appropriate to the student's developmental level. (4) Express himself/herself musically using phrasing and dynamics appropriate to the style of the literature. (5) Demonstrate improved keyboard technique through scales and other exercises. (6) Understand basic music theory and memorization techniques. (7) Perform contrasting pieces for their peers and teachers.

Credits:

1.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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