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BM Piano Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor, United States

Programme overview

Michigan undergraduate pianists receive focused individual attention from the piano faculty as they prepare for careers as performers and teachers. Undergraduates are encouraged to take part in study abroad and in projects such as the Michigan Recording Project, which produces professional video recordings of student performances of underrepresented repertoire.

Faculty: School of Music, Theatre & Dance  |  Department: Piano  |  Duration: 125 credits  |  Intake: Fall  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Ann Arbor, MI, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 125 credits (coursework is 75% within SMTD and 25% within the liberal arts. SMTD coursework includes one-on-one performance study with a faculty member, courses in music theory, piano literature and musicology, ensemble participation and chamber music coaching, conducting and music electives including weekly Piano Forum. A final recital is required for graduation.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is to the School of Music, Theatre & Dance (school-level): applicants must meet minimum academic guidelines and complete pre-screening, portfolio, audition or interview requirements for the programme (no audition for the BA in Music).

Intake: Fall

Duration: 125 credits

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