Performance—Classical—Instrumental (piano), B.M
Completion of this major prepares one for a career as an instrumental performer (solo or ensemble), accompanist, church musician, private instrument teacher, or conductor. Continued study may include a master’s degree instrumental performance, instrumental literature, or conducting.
THE REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THIS DEGREE TRACK ARE:
- Audition is required to be admitted into the program.
- A minimum cumulative undergraduate grade point average of 3.0 in music courses is required.
- All applied instructions need to be taken with chamber music, large ensemble and music seminar.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| MDT 167 | World Music 1 | 3 |
| MDT 166 | Exploring Western Music 2 | 3 |
| MDT 329 | Music History before 1750 | 3 |
| MDT 330 | Music History after 1750 | 3 |
| MDT 5XX Advance Music History Course | 3 | |
| MDT 121 | (0.5 credit/semester for 8 semesters) | 0.5 |
| MDT 122 | Applied Music I | 1.5 |
| MDT 123 | Applied Music II | 1.5 |
| MDT 222 | Applied Music III | 1.5 |
| MDT 223 | Applied Music IV | 1.5 |
| MDT 323 | Applied Music V | 3 |
| MDT 325 | Applied Music VI | 3 |
| MDT 423 | Applied Music VII | 3 |
| MDT 425 | Applied Music VIII | 3 |
| MDT 131 | Harmony I | 2 |
| MDT 133 | Harmony II | 2 |
| MDT 231 | Harmony III | 2 |
| MDT 233 | Harmony IV 3 | 2 |
| MDT 132 | Ear-Training I | 2 |
| MDT 134 | Ear-Training II | 2 |
| MDT 232 | Ear-Training III | 2 |
| MDT 234 | Ear-Training IV | 2 |
| MDT 337 | Form & Analysis | 2 |
| MDT 338 | Instrumental & Vocal Arranging | 2 |
| MDT 342 | 18th-Century Counterpoint | 2 |
| MDT 525 | Application of Theory in Performance | 3 |
| MDT 150 | Art of Accompanying 3 | 1 |
| MDT 142 | Piano Literature 3 | 1 |
| MDT 260 | Piano Concerto Literature 3 | 1 |
| MDT 270 | Piano Pedagogy 3 | 1 |
| MDT 346 | Choral Conducting | 1 |
| MDT 345 | Instrumental Conducting | 1 |
| MDT 268 | Computer Music I | 3 |
| MDT 259 | Musical Composition | 2 |
| MDT 184 | Chamber Ensembles (1 credit/semester for 8 semesters) 3 | 1 |
| Large Ensemble (0.5 credit/semester for 7 semesters): | 3.5 | |
| MDT 153 | Concert Chorale | 0.5 |
| MDT 159 | New Jersey City University Orchestra | 0.5 |
| MDT 161 | Symphony Winds & Percussion | 0.5 |
| Large Ensemble (Select one of the following): | 1 | |
| MDT 154 | Concert Chorale | 1 |
| MDT 160 | New Jersey City University Orchestra | 1 |
| MDT 162 | Symphony Winds & Percussion | 1 |
| Literature Course Elective (Select one of the following): | 3 | |
| MDT 137 | Vocal Literature | 1 |
| MDT 138 | Percussion Literature | 1 |
| MDT 140 | Woodwind Literature | 1 |
| MDT 141 | Brass Literature | 1 |
| MDT 143 | Guitar Literature | 1 |
| Music, Dance, and Theatre Electives | ||
| MDT Elective from any area | 1.5 | |
| Total: 91 credits | ||
- 1
Counts for Tier 1 Language Literary and Cultural Studies General Education
- 2
Counts for Tier 1 Social and Historical Perspectives General Education
- 3
MDT 184 Chamber Ensemble can be substituted with faculty approval.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Music Performance -Classical Instrumental program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehensive skills and knowledge of music theory, and music history.
- Continue on to graduate programs and will be prepared to compete in a conservatory environment.
- Become professional musicians capable of giving performances as soloists and as members of professional ensembles.
- Teach on the college/university level and/or establish a competent private studio.