Master of Music (M.M.) in Piano
Overview
The Master of Music (M.M.) in Piano at Cardinal Stritch University is designed to develop highly advanced performance skills, foster a strong commitment to teaching, and engage students in the promotion of music.
Through the program, you will develop excellent teaching skills that provide quality teaching for future musicians in various age groups and motivate them for continual improvement and lifelong learning.
The M.M. in Piano program requires a vigorous discipline in which you will master professional performance skills and artistry. In addition, you will learn to take responsibility in keeping the musical arts alive and well, while serving in local and global communities.
Whether you’ve just graduated from college, are a K-12 music teacher, or an independent piano teacher, the M.M. in Piano program will help you reach your goals of becoming a highly advanced pianist.
Degree Personalization
Depending on your special interests, you may establish a different emphasis within the M.M. in Piano degree. For example, if you wish to develop a solo concert career, you may focus on solo literature in all lessons and present a graduate solo recital. Those who wish to be a professional chamber musician/accompanist may choose to learn more ensemble literature and present a graduate chamber music recital. If your main interest is teaching, you may concentrate on pedagogy and present a graduate lecture recital combining a performance and lecture.