Training
•Bullet: Certificate centers on four semesters of Applied Piano I (12 units), a recital performance, and 4-5 units of performing-ensemble participation
•Bullet: Elective options add Piano Ensemble and Instrumental Chamber Ensemble coursework
•Bullet: Curriculum builds solo and chamber recital preparation alongside the practice and preparation skills expected of transfer-bound and professional pianists
Degree Flexibility
•Bullet: Certificate coursework fulfills a portion of the Associate of Arts in Music, so credits count toward the full AA
•Bullet: Focused credential path for students pursuing piano performance as a career specialization