Description:

Continues MUSC 131 with intermediate level piano keyboard repertory. Recommended: Completion of MUSC 131.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Play at sight intermediate pieces utilizing independent left- and right-hand parts.
• Play all major and minor scales and modes utilizing proper fingering patterns, posture and hand position.
• Play finger and hand strengthening exercises as assigned by instructor.
• Demonstrate a knowledge of intermediate chord theory and structure by playing written parts and deciphering chord symbols.
• Interpret dynamic, tempo, and expression markings to add sensitivity into their performance at the keyboard.
• Prepare for final performance a medium-level "sonatina" or equivalent to be performed at quarter's end with assigned sight-reading and scales.