Music

MUSC 105P The Piano

Research-based survey of the history of the piano and related keyboard instruments. Topics include instrument mechanics, design, and tuning; important players and innovators in piano technique; repertoire written for piano in classical, jazz, vernacular, and experimental traditions and performance practices, including improvisation; the socioeconomics of the piano industry; the piano's use as a pedagogical tool.

Requirements

Prerequisite(s): satisfaction of the Entry Level Writing and Composition requirements; or by permission of the instructor.

Credits

5

Instructor

Amy Beal, Benjamin Carson