Piano

Piano Course Description

Being a student in the Piano Program at Meyerland Middle School will provide you with a wealth of skills, knowledge, experiences, and education in the art of playing classical piano. Basic elements and technical skills will be introduced, learned, and mastered through playing: Major Scales, Sight-Reading, Improvising, Rhythm Exercises, and Performances. The goal of each student should be to practice and perfect each element and skill. The focus of the curriculum is to develop a well-rounded, technically skilled, and intelligent pianist that is curious in pursuing a career path in piano or the musical arts. This program will foster and nurture a strong education in the art of playing piano, as well as knowledge and appreciation of the different genres of piano which includes the past and present.  All piano students are expected to have a piano/keyboard at home to practice on throughout the school-year.

We are excited to invite all students, regardless of experience, to audition for our piano program! Whether you are a seasoned pianist or brand new to the instrument, we encourage you to apply. Below, you will find specific audition expectations based on your experience level.
 
For Students with Piano Experience:
1. Performance Piece(s):
• Prepare one or two memorized piano solos.
• Bring the sheet music for the piece(s) you will perform.
2. Note Identification Test:
• Identify 50 notes within 5 minutes.
• Notes will include both treble and bass clefs, as well as ledger line notes.
3. Music Vocabulary Test:
• Match 50 music vocabulary terms to their correct definitions.
4. Sight-Reading Exercise:
• Choose one of three provided pieces to sight-read during the audition
 
For Students with No Piano Experience:
1. Basic Music Worksheet:
• Complete a worksheet designed to introduce you to matching notes on the piano with notes on the staff.
• No prior musical knowledge is required—this is simply an opportunity to demonstrate your potential and interest.
 
We look forward to seeing your passion and enthusiasm for music! If you have any questions about the audition process, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Good luck, and happy practicing!