Master in Music - Piano Accompanying

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The Master in Music - Piano Accompanying program at Wichita State University is for students who want to advance their piano skills. This Master's degree takes a few years to complete and offers professional training with acclaimed faculty.

The curriculum includes piano performance, accompaniment techniques, and collaboration with singers and instrumentalists. You will develop skills in piano performance, sight-reading, and rehearsal techniques, and have the chance to perform in recitals and concerts.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Piano Accompanists, Collaborative Pianists, Music Coaches, and Piano Teachers. They can work in opera companies, theaters, and music schools, helping to bring music to life.