BM in Piano Performance
Piano Performance at Liberty University includes 24 hours of applied music studies, two semesters of conducting, music technology, improvisation studies, and contemporary styles survey. At least 65% of the degree is specifically devoted to music studies.
Duration
4 years
Starting Date
August
Tuition Fee
$23,800 per year
Location
Lynchburg, United States
About the program
Piano Performance at Liberty University requires students to complete junior and senior piano recitals which showcase the development of the students in all areas of their musicianship.
Throughout our B.M. in Piano Performance degree program, you will learn the basic components of music including harmonic and commercial theory, musicianship, and conducting. These courses will prepare you for the core piano courses in this degree. Our bachelor’s degree in piano performance will help you develop your accompaniment skills and gain experience by performing with our jazz and chamber music ensembles.
A great benefit of our piano performance degree is that you will work one-on-one with an experienced instructor to further your knowledge of piano as an instrument as you prepare for your senior recital. We are passionate about helping you become the best musician you can be, and our professors will mentor and coach you as you further your piano performance skills.
Courses included
- Harmonic Practices and Theory
- Keyboard Pedagogy
- Music History: Antiquity–1750
- Basic Conducting
- Commercial Improvisation Techniques
- Inquiry
Career Opportunities
- Accompanist
- Collaborative pianist
- Professional musician
- Private music teacher
- Music therapist (requires graduate study)
Minimum requirements
Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors:
- Cumulative (unweighted) GPA from high school or college
- GED scores (if applicable)
- Consistency and trends of grades
- Results from the SAT, ACT, or CLT
- Essay submission
50% of admitted students come from within the following mid-ranges:
- High School GPA: 3.15-3.83
- SAT (ERW* and math only): 1020-1220
- ACT composite: 20-27