BM in Performance, Piano Pedagogy Concentration

This degree concentration is designed for students who wish to prepare for a career in private piano teaching and/or those who wish to do graduate work in piano pedagogy.  The program focuses upon the development of teaching techniques as well as performance skills.  Specific areas of pedagogy study include: methods and materials, child development, learning theory as it pertains to music education, group and individual lesson formats, and business aspects of running a private studio.  The program also includes a supervised piano teaching internship during the junior or senior year.  A basic understanding of the standards and opportunities for teaching as well as performance leads the student to realistic expectations for a career in private piano teaching.