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Elevate Your Piano Study at Webster
Refine your musical practice at Webster University with a Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Piano.
The faculty at Webster’s Leigh Gerdine College of Fine Arts work one-on-one with each student to create a personalized plan of study. Every student will receive instruction focused on their interests and goals, while giving them various opportunities to perform. As a graduate student, you will have opportunities to work as a solo pianist, as well as gain experience playing alongside peer musicians and faculty to broaden your performance experience while developing a network with other musicians.
Students will also study the historical, aesthetic and theoretical frameworks that inform and shape different musical genres and cultural styles. The curriculum is designed to challenge and enrich students' musical study, giving them the practical experience, tools and skills required of professional musicians.
Choose Webster for your Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Piano
Choose Webster for your Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Piano
World-Renowned Faculty
Webster University's music faculty includes experienced and dedicated performers with the professional background to teach and guide students in their desired emphasis.
Performance Opportunities
At Webster, you will find a variety of opportunities to perform in solo and orchestra groups, as well as showcase your skills in composing. You’ll have access to world-class performances from faculty, peers and professional groups.
Music- and Arts-Focused Community
St. Louis is home to a variety of new and longstanding fine arts institutions that regularly host performances, events and exhibits. You’ll find a network of talented and experienced musicians and opportunities to attend performances by organizations like the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra.
Graduate Scholarships
When you study as a graduate student in the Department of Music, you will have access to merit-based scholarships, such as the Buder Foundation Scholarship, which is available to graduate students after their first year. For more information, interested applicants should contact the chair of the Department of Music, Carla Collett, PhD. Scholarship applications are due by April 1.
Top-Ranked University
Webster is a full member of the National Association of Schools of Music and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Webster Holds Longtime NASM Membership
Webster University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). An important marker of standing among music programs in the U.S., NASM establishes national standards for undergraduate and graduate degrees and other credentials for music and music-related disciplines.
70+
Years as Member of NASM
Master of Music in Performance
Find out more about the overall master’s degree curriculum, audition information, learning outcomes and more.
Program Details
Explore our catalog for more details about admission requirements for our Master of Music, including audition information and degree courses for the general track and emphases areas.
Locations
The Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Piano is offered at the Webster Groves, Missouri campus.
What Can You Do with a Master’s in Piano Performance?
Webster students who graduate with a Master of Music in Performance with an Emphasis in Piano will develop skills, like teamwork, improvisation and discipline that will position you for a variety of roles, such as:
- Pianist
- Music Director
- Composer
- Music Teacher
- Solo Entertainer
- Orchestra Member
Career Outlook for Pianists
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job openings for music directors and composers is expected to grow 3% percent from 2023 to 2033. The same report shows that the average salary expectations for musicians and singers is $39.14 per hour, with an expected job growth of 2% from 2023 to 2033.
Get Started on Your Graduate Music Degree
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Contact the Admissions Office to Find Out More
If you have more questions about the program, your application or other enrollment-related inquiries, contact our Admissions Office.
Call 314-246-7800 or 800-753-6765 or send an email to admit@webster.edu.