Music M.M.: Piano Performance and Pedagogy
Get hands-on teaching experiences through internships and performance opportunities in solo and collaborative settings
The Master of Music in Piano Performance and Pedagogy provides exceptional training in performance, with a focus on individual applied study with our expert faculty, along with extensive training in piano pedagogy so you can teach at all levels.
Students receive hands-on teaching experiences through internships and have outstanding performance opportunities in solo and collaborative settings.
Our alumni are frequently accepted into prestigious summer festivals and young artist programs, present their pedagogy research and projects at conferences, further their studies, and enjoy successful careers as performers and educators.
Leading Program
The UNI School of Music is regarded as one of the finest music programs in the Midwest and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Top-Notch Facilities
The School of Music is home to state-of-the-art facilities, including recording studios, performance and practice spaces, editing labs and more.
$400,000
The UNI School of Music awards $400,000 in scholarships to our students each year – helping our students pursue their degrees affordably.
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Career Opportunities
After you complete your graduate program, you will have access to a variety of career opportunities or to further your education. For example, our alumni has landed on the following careers:
- Adjunct Instructor
- Adjunct Music Professor
- Band Director
- Band Teacher
- Director of Bands
- General Music Teacher
- Instructor
- Music Teacher
- Musician
- Performer
- Studio Artist
- Teacher
Courses & Curriculum
With (a) thesis/full recital and (b)non-thesis/half solo recital and pedagogy project options, our program consists of the following classes:
- Foundations of Musical Analysis
- Topics in Music Theory and Analysis
- Foundations of Musicology
- Topics in Music History and Culture
- Piano
- Performance Literature, Piano
- Piano Pedagogy: elementary, intermediate, and internship
- Music Learning and Motivation
- Piano Pedagogy: Group and Adult
- Graduate Recital
- Electives.
Regarded as one of the finest music programs in the Midwest, University of Northern Iowa is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
NASM Accreditation
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Next Steps
Apply Now
Our application process is smooth and easy. You can apply now and pay your fee later or even get it waived, if you qualify. Current or former UNI students will also have their app fee waived.
Requirements for Admission
- Resume or CV
- Two letters of recommendation
- 2.75 is the minimum GPA to be accepted without provision; applicants with a GPA lower than 2.75 may still be admitted provisionally, at the discretion of the program and the Graduate College
- Personal Statement of Goals/Objectives
- Complete the School of Music Graduate Studies Application form
- Audition.
Requirements for International Applicants
Along with the basic application requirements, international applicants also need:
- Proof of English proficiency
- A copy of the personal data page of your passport
- A completed UNI Financial Statement and Certification form
- Non-refundable application fee.
Fund Your Degree
Get the opportunity to learn and fund your degree through hands-on experiences, earning monetary awards, or both! Visit one of the following pages to learn about graduate funding and additional details on School of Music at University of Northern Iowa College of Arts, Humanities, and Sciences.