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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance, Piano concentration, within the Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music

Four semesters of upper-level applied piano study toward junior and senior performance recitals

Curriculum integrates performance, music theory, history, and pedagogy

The degree map prescribes four lower-division semesters of MUAP 1269 followed by four upper-division semesters of MUAP 3469.

Keyboard study adds four terms each of Repertoire and Pedagogy and Advanced Repertoire and Pedagogy, plus three terms of Chamber Music Ensemble.

Performance & Productions

Junior audition recital and a full senior performance recital

Collaborative and accompanying opportunities across the department

Susan and Jimmy Simmons Music Building with Rothwell Recital Hall

Value

Talent-based scholarships awarded through the audition process

NASM-accredited program in the Texas State University System with competitive in-state tuition

School Info

Snapshot

3.41

Avg GPA (W)

86%

Admit Rate

school-wide

37%

Grad Rate

8.2K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,894

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,194

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$28,552

Before aid

Average Net Price

$9,366

After aid

Tuition And Fees · lamar.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 1h ago

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance, Piano concentration, within the Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music

Four semesters of upper-level applied piano study toward junior and senior performance recitals

Curriculum integrates performance, music theory, history, and pedagogy

The degree map prescribes four lower-division semesters of MUAP 1269 followed by four upper-division semesters of MUAP 3469.

Keyboard study adds four terms each of Repertoire and Pedagogy and Advanced Repertoire and Pedagogy, plus three terms of Chamber Music Ensemble.

Performance & Productions

Junior audition recital and a full senior performance recital

Collaborative and accompanying opportunities across the department

Susan and Jimmy Simmons Music Building with Rothwell Recital Hall

Value

Talent-based scholarships awarded through the audition process

NASM-accredited program in the Texas State University System with competitive in-state tuition

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance, Piano concentration, within the Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music

Four semesters of upper-level applied piano study toward junior and senior performance recitals

Curriculum integrates performance, music theory, history, and pedagogy

The degree map prescribes four lower-division semesters of MUAP 1269 followed by four upper-division semesters of MUAP 3469.

Keyboard study adds four terms each of Repertoire and Pedagogy and Advanced Repertoire and Pedagogy, plus three terms of Chamber Music Ensemble.

Performance & Productions

Junior audition recital and a full senior performance recital

Collaborative and accompanying opportunities across the department

Susan and Jimmy Simmons Music Building with Rothwell Recital Hall

Value

Talent-based scholarships awarded through the audition process

NASM-accredited program in the Texas State University System with competitive in-state tuition

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Auditions

Audition Day

Dec 5, 2026Mar 6, 2027Apr 3, 2027

Index · lamar.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire List

Three prepared solos from contrasting historical periods: classical, romantic, impressionist, or modern

Scales and technique: two major scales and two minor scales, hands together

Instrumental Auditions · lamar.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Step 1: Apply to Lamar University via Common App or ApplyTexas and be accepted

Step 2: Submit the Music Department Application online

Step 3: Complete the LU General Scholarship Application and Music Department Scholarship Application

Step 4: Audition instructions sent via email after completing the Music Department Application

Program Requirements

Music Theory and Piano Placement Exams available (not required, do not affect admission)

Performance majors may contact the applied piano professor directly to arrange the audition

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Performance-major piano audition for the applied piano faculty

Audition on campus on a scheduled Audition Day with 9:00 AM check-in at the Susan and Jimmy Simmons Music Building

Video audition submissions accepted for students with scheduling conflicts or significant distance

Be prepared to sight-read a four-part chorale or other simple texture

Decisions

Audition results and scholarship offer emails sent within 10-14 days

Three possible outcomes: accepted with scholarship, accepted without scholarship, or not accepted

Contact

Dr. Jacob Clark for piano audition questions

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Scholarship offers made based on audition performance

Results and scholarship amounts communicated via email within 10-14 days of audition

Separate LU General Scholarship and Music Department Scholarship applications required

School Info

Snapshot

3.41

Avg GPA (W)

86%

Admit Rate

school-wide

37%

Grad Rate

8.2K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,894

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,194

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$28,552

Before aid

Average Net Price

$9,366

After aid

Tuition And Fees · lamar.edu College Scorecard

Training

Bachelor of Music in Performance, Piano concentration, within the Mary Morgan Moore Department of Music

Four semesters of upper-level applied piano study toward junior and senior performance recitals

Curriculum integrates performance, music theory, history, and pedagogy

The degree map prescribes four lower-division semesters of MUAP 1269 followed by four upper-division semesters of MUAP 3469.

Keyboard study adds four terms each of Repertoire and Pedagogy and Advanced Repertoire and Pedagogy, plus three terms of Chamber Music Ensemble.

Performance & Productions

Junior audition recital and a full senior performance recital

Collaborative and accompanying opportunities across the department

Susan and Jimmy Simmons Music Building with Rothwell Recital Hall

Value

Talent-based scholarships awarded through the audition process

NASM-accredited program in the Texas State University System with competitive in-state tuition

Updated 1h ago

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