Music Major with Piano Performance Concentration (B.M.)
The Bachelor of Music with a major in music and a concentration in piano performance is designed for those who want to become professional performers or collaborative pianists, as a way to prepare students for a graduate study, and for those who wish to have careers as teaching in academia or private studios. Students receive one-to-one instruction with our superb music faculty and aim for the highest performance goals and professionalism.
Students will perform in or accompany one of several large ensembles each semester and have opportunities to grow through both chamber music and collaborative experiences. These ensembles and collaborative experiences are coached by faculty and include multiple performance opportunities.
In addition, 国产自拍 regularly hosts guest artists from around the world to engage and inspire 国产自拍 students. Students will have the opportunity to work with these artists in master classes and workshops as well as hear them perform live on our campuses.
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How to Become a Music Major at 国产自拍
Experience Our Music Major with Piano Performance
Our music programs focus on undergraduate education that allow you to have multiple opportunities to perform that they may not receive at other programs. From general, divisional, and solo recitals to solo appearances with one of the ensembles, the arts-rich environment of North Georgia provides highly supportive live audiences, cultivating a strong sense of accomplishment and motivating students to pursue high artistic goals.
The music department has roughly an 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio
We have nationally and internationally recognized faculty who are active performers, clinicians, and teachers
Participate in engaging recitals, lectures and master classes by renowned guest artists
What Your Journey Could Look Like
Ensemble Opportunities
Connect and engage with other musicians at 国产自拍! The Department of Music has a variety of ensembles on the Dahlonega and Gainesville Campuses. Joining an ensemble will provide you with plenty of performing opportunities and will allow you to explore and advance your musicianship. If you are interested in challenging yourself and refining your musical skills, explore our music ensembles.
Instrumental Ensembles
- Wind Ensemble
- Sinfonietta
- Jazz Band
- Golden Eagle Band
- Low Brass Collective
- Percussion Ensemble
- Piano Ensemble
- Symphonic Band
- Chamber Orchestra
Vocal Ensembles
- University Singers
- Le Belle Voci
- Patriot Choir
- Music Theatre Workshop
- University Chorale
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Where Can the Piano Performance Concentration Lead You?
The Piano Performance Concentration of the Bachelor of Music Degree will prepare you for a career as a professional performer as a soloist or collaborative pianist, studio teacher, to succeed in graduate music study, and provide a pathway to teaching in higher education.
国产自拍 music alumni have achieved highly successful careers in performance including:
- A Grammy nomination
- Semi-finalist ensemble in America’s Got Talent
- Completing doctoral degrees and accepting full-time positions in prestigious universities.
- Established successful teaching careers in public schools and independent studios.
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