Piano Pedagogy Concentration, Master of Music (M.Mu.) at Georgia State University

Programme overview

The Georgia State University Piano Pedagogy concentration is a comprehensive and innovative pathway for cultivating the next generation of piano teachers and educators. This concentration equips students with the competence for effective studio or class teaching of piano across all age levels. The program seamlessly integrates artistic performance, techniques of verbal and musical communication, knowledge of appropriate piano literature and adept use of methods and instructional materials to foster successful teaching.

Faculty: College of the Arts | Department: School of Music | Duration: Minimum of 36 semester hours of graduate coursework must be completed in 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall: June 1 Spring: November 15 Summer: Does not admit | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The Master’s in Piano Pedagogy concentration at GSU offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop expertise in piano teaching and pedagogy. Students in this program engage in a range of courses that cover areas such as piano pedagogy methods, curriculum development, studio management, psychology of learning and performance practice. Through coursework, practicum experiences and observation opportunities, students gain practical skills in lesson planning, teaching techniques and assessment strategies. The program emphasizes the application of pedagogical approaches to various student populations and fosters an understanding of diverse learning styles.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Please note: You must apply to both the Georgia State Graduate School and the School of Music. Required University Application Materials: Transcript(s): Upload unofficial copies of transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended. The institution logo and your name must be present on the copies. Official transcripts will be required upon acceptance into the program. Official TOEFL/IELT Scores (international applicants only): Institutional code 5251 should be used for reporting TOEFL scores. Personal/Goal Statement: Please provide a statement of your educational and career goals (be as specific as possible). Resume/Curriculum Vitae: Upload within the online Slate application. Writing Sample: Provide a scholarly/research paper (3–5 pages in length) on a music-related subject that demonstrates intellectual engagement and critical thinking appropriate to beginning graduate-level academic work. The sample must include inline citations and a bibliography. Letters of recommendation: 2 letters of recommendation are required. Applicants must enter the names and contact information of the 2 recommenders within the application.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate programmes (degree, certificate, non-degree and transient): $50 non-refundable application fee; Executive MBA and Executive Doctorate in Business Administration: $100; graduate re-entry: $25. Deadlines vary by college and programme.

Apply through the official page: https://app.getacceptd.com/gsu

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