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Guided by the philosophy that the development of diverse performance skills is vital for musicians, the Department of Keyboard Studies in the Boyer College of Music and Dance developed a master's degree that combines performance with collaborative and accompaniment studies. The goal of the Piano Performance/Collaborative Piano and Chamber Music M.M. degree program is to prepare graduates who are more commercially viable and competitive in the field.

Areas of Specialization: Study focuses on performance of the major instrument, the solo and ensemble literature of the instrument, and academic support areas in music. Students are also trained to:

• listen to the many events occurring simultaneously in ensembles;
• learn how to conduct rehearsals;
• appreciate how text can affect musical performance;
• distinguish between the many different kinds of ensemble participation depending on the media; and
• develop their pianistic skills in order to meet the demands of advanced chamber and accompanied works.

Job Prospects: The program prepares musicians for either professional activity or doctoral study.