Keyboard Pedagogy (Minor)

Understand and utilize the concepts of teaching piano.

Prepare to teach private piano lessons and operate an independent music studio. You will learn music pedagogy methods, study piano literature and music theory. Applied music lessons will help you to build your own musical gifts as you learn to pass on your skills and knowledge to others. Students who are passionate about piano performance and teaching are encouraged to consider the Keyboard Pedagogy minor.

This minor is available for non-music majors.

Keyboard Pedagogy Degrees

  • Minor in Keyboard Pedagogy

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Build Skills In:

  • Piano pedagogy 
  • Music theory and harmony 
  • Piano literature 
  • Music history 

Career Opportunities:

  • Piano instructor 
  • Music director 
  • Audio production 
  • Band director 
  • Arranger 
  • Conductor 
  • Film scoring 
  • Songwriter 

Get Music Teaching Experience

Interested in teaching music? Pass your skills on to young learners through one-on-one piano lessons through the Center for Musical Development.

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Keyboard Pedagogy Curriculum Guides & Degree Options

Taylor faculty in the Music, Theatre & Dance Department provide hands-on mentorship, supporting students in and beyond the classroom.

The curriculum guides below outline required courses and degree requirements for each academic program.

Students interested in course descriptions and academic policies can check out our Undergraduate Catalog.

A Taylor liberal arts education will prepare you to live and work in a fast-changing world. It also goes a step further: laying a strong spiritual foundation that cultivates wisdom. You’ll become a well-versed individual, equipped with critical thinking skills, a lifelong love of learning, and an appreciation for God’s creation.

View Foundational Core Curriculum.

  • Participate in a Musical Ensemble

    Music students gain performance and conducting experience through required ensemble participation.

    Taylor offers a diverse range of singing groups, from Chorale to Gospel Choir. A variety of instrumental ensembles offers students a chance to explore different musical styles, and all students are welcome to audition for a theatre group.

    Learn About Ensembles

  • Audition & Scholarship Information

    Music, Theatre, & Dance Scholarships are presented to outstanding high school seniors and transfer students who are committed to a career in music, theatre, or dance. The total award amounts vary depending on the student’s musical ability and the needs of the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance. To qualify, students must declare a major in the department, complete the scholarship application, and audition in person or video.

    Scholarship Application

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Keyboard Pedagogy is part of the Music, Theatre, & Dance Department

Contact
Conor Angell
Department Co-Chair and Professor of Music—Lyric Theatre & Voice

765-998-5290
[email protected]

Contact
Andrea Baker
Music, Theatre, & Dance Program Assistant

765-998-5232
[email protected]

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