Training
•Bullet: Bass is the primary applied area in West Chester’s BM in Instrumental Performance.
•Bullet: The published curriculum sequences eight semesters of Applied Music Performance Lesson with theory, aural activities, music history, composition, piano proficiency and conducting.
•Bullet: Peter Paulsen is the published double-bass faculty specialist and an assistant professor spanning bass and jazz.
•Bullet: The instrumental plan pairs applied bass work with the ALC 332–334 string-area literature sequence.
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Ensemble participation and recital attendance continue across the degree, and upper-level lessons increase from three to four credits.
Professional Development
•Bullet: A capstone requirement follows the sustained studio and ensemble sequence, while Creativity & Improvisation broadens the performance curriculum.
