Gospel Keyboard Techniques Ensemble

Department - PIANO
Offered - Fall, Spring
Course number - ENPN-266

This ensemble will expose the pianist to the stylistic diversity among gospel keyboard performers. Through analysis, transcriptions, and performance, students will gain practical performance experience in playing hymns, traditional gospel pieces, and contemporary gospel music. Focus will be on learning gospel music in the traditional way and will include learning by ear. The student will be exposed to the historical development of this spiritual music.

Credits: 1
Course Chair: Stephany Tiernan
Prerequisites: ILPN-122 or overall ensemble rating 3
Required of: None
Electable by: Piano principals