Bachelor of Music in Performance (Piano) The Ohio State University

Music performance is a degree program focused on the mastery of performance skills. Ohio State offers three tracks within the Bachelor of Music in music performance: orchestral instruments, piano and voice.

Through regular performance experiences, the keyboard studios at Ohio State equip students with a broad understanding of keyboard repertoire and prepare them to perform a cross-section of that repertory with technical proficiency and musical refinement.

Educational Objectives

Students majoring in music performance will achieve the following learning outcomes:

• Students must demonstrate achievement of professional, entry-level competence in the area of specialization, including significant technical mastery, capability to produce work and solve professional problems independently, and a coherent set of artistic/intellectual goals that are evident in their work.
• Students will have the ability to communicate musical ideas, concepts and requirements to professionals and lay persons related to the practice of the major field. Such communication may involve musical, oral, written and visual media.
• Students will gain an understanding of the nature of the music field in the professional world, particularly related to organizational structures, work ethics, technological resources and entrepreneurial skills required for advancing their careers.
• Students will gain experiences in general studies sufficient to prepare them for a range of career options.

Career Prospects in Music - Performance (Piano)

Students in music performance have a variety of career opportunities. Some graduates establish private studios for giving music lessons or perform professionally as opportunities arise. Some may participate in performance competitions. Others move into business and industry or other music-related careers, such as arts management.