Keyboard Studies at Texas A&M University-Commerce
The Department of Music at Texas A&M University-Commerce
offers a thorough academic foundation and encourages creativity, developing
aesthetic awareness in students at every level.
The keyboard department strives to develop the unique interests of all
keyboard majors and to expand their horizons.
Our undergraduate and graduate students receive personal attention and
are provided with the tools to develop, sharpen, and expand their keyboard
skills through performing, teaching, composing, and studying of standard
literature. Our outstanding faculty
is committed to nurturing students on a one-on-one basis.
Piano students receive weekly private lessons, and participate
in weekly studio classes. Our
comprehensive curriculum supplements the keyboard studies with diverse music
courses including those in literature, history, theory, conducting, jazz
studies, as well as accompanying.
There are numerous performance opportunities for students,
whether their emphasis is piano or organ.
Our piano students earn valuable experience participating in chamber
music ensembles and accompanying in applied studios or in one of our ensembles.
Master classes, workshops, and lectures by visiting artists are an added
bonus in our students' learning experience.
We are blessed to have received a gift of two Imperial
Bosendorfer pianos for our concert Hall and an additional 9ft. Bosendorfer for
one of the piano studio. Following a
path of tradition and excellence, we will be moving into our new
state-of-the-arts music building in the fall 2010.
Our Goals
Our goal is to provide students the guidance and encouragement
to advance in their musical careers.
In today's competitive world, it is crucial to provide students with the
practical skills and knowledge to succeed.
Our faculty is devoted to helping students find the program that better
meets their educational and professional needs.
Scholarships and Assistantships
There are many sources of scholarships available
to students depending on the result of the audition.
All applicants need to complete their online applications to the
university and audition before May 1 of the academic year to be fully considered
for scholarships. Students pursuing
a graduate degree may be eligible for a graduate assistantship.
The amount of the awards varies according to the student's talent, and
potential contribution to the department.
Students accepted into the
Honors
College receive full
tuition and housing.
Personal Attention
With approximately 150 students, the music
department offers a low 4:1 student-faculty ratio, small classes and frequent
one-on-one instruction. Every
student works closely with his or her mentor, a faculty member who serves as the
student’s artistic and academic advisor.
Audition Dates
- January 29, 2010 (Friday)
- February 19, 2010 (Friday)
- March 6, 2010 (Saturday)
- March 27, 2010 (Saturday)
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April 16, 2010 (Friday)
Audition Requirements
Bachelor of Music in
Piano Performance
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Three pieces of contrasting styles.
(Baroque, classical, romantic, impressionism, 20th or 21st
century art music). All selections
must be memorized.
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Major and minor scales and
arpeggios.
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Sight read a short piece.
Bachelor of Science in
Music (with Certification) Piano as a Principal Instrument
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Two pieces of contrasting styles.
(Baroque, classical, romantic, impressionism, 20th Century, or
21st century art music).
All selections must be memorized.
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Major and minor scales and
arpeggios.
Master of Music in
Piano Performance
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A virtuoso etude
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A movement of a sonata by Mozart,
Haydn, or Beethoven
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A representative work from the
romantic, impressionism, 20th, or 21st century
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Sight-reading
Contact Information
For additional information or to schedule a visit or audition,
please contact:
Dr. Luis Sanchez
Office: 903-886-5287
E-mail:
luis_sanchez@tamu-commerce.edu
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