This course provides individualized instruction in piano performance designed to develop technical proficiency, musical expression, and performance skills. Students receive one-on-one instruction emphasizing proper keyboard technique, music reading, sight-reading, scales, exercises, repertoire study, and effective practice habits. Repertoire is selected according to the student's ability level and may include classical, contemporary, popular, or other musical styles. Students demonstrate progress through regular lessons, practice assignments, and performance activities. This course may be repeated for credit as skill level and repertoire advance. A course fee is required to support the cost of individualized piano instruction provided through one-on-one lessons.
Prerequisites
None.
1. Demonstrate proper piano technique, including posture, hand position, finger dexterity, articulation, and pedaling.
2. Perform piano repertoire appropriate to their level of study with accurate rhythm, pitch, tempo, and musical expression.
3. Read and interpret standard musical notation, including key signatures, time signatures, dynamics, and articulation markings.
4. Apply effective practice strategies to improve technical skills, musicality, and overall performance quality.
5. Perform scales, arpeggios, technical exercises, and sight-reading exercises at a level appropriate to the level of study.
6. Analyze and interpret musical works by demonstrating appropriate phrasing, dynamics, and stylistic characteristics.
7. Demonstrate increased confidence and proficiency through solo performance in lesson, studio, or recital settings.
8. Evaluate personal performance strengths and areas for improvement and incorporate instructor feedback into continued practice and performance.
9. Participate in a capstone recital.