Piano Proficiency

The music faculty believes that each student must acquire proficient piano skills prior to graduation. Therefore, the student is required to pass a piano proficiency exam prior to graduation. To this end, students are encouraged to enroll in piano studies each semester.

Proficiency examinations are given once each semester (November and April) before a committee made up of music faculty members. The selection of exam literature and materials for the proficiency exam is under the supervision of the piano staff and Department Head.

The piano staff will complete a sophomore year piano progress review. Students not on track to successfully pass the proficiency exam will be notified and the director of piano studies, in consultation with the Department Head, will work to assist and make recommendations to the student regarding an  action plan. 

Piano Proficiency Requirements

B.S. Instrumental Certification

A. Prepared piece

B. Harmonizing a Melody

C. 1. Hymn

2. Accompaniment

B.S. Vocal Certification, B.S. Double Certification, All B.A.

A. Prepared piece

B. Harmonizing a Melody

C. 1. Hymn

2. Accompaniment

3. SA and TB