Degree in Vocal Accompanying
At least two public appearances as vocal accompanist before the end of the sophomore year (for example, on voice departmental recitals). This requirement would be fulfilled as a matter of course through timely enrollment in Keyboard Accompanying.
The accompaniment of one junior voice recital. This requirement would also be fulfilled through one of the stipulated Keyboard Accompanying credits.
The accompaniment of two senior or artist diploma voice recitals (in conjunction with Interpretation of Art Song).
Preparation and performance of a portion of an opera scenes program and/or assistance in the preparation of a major opera production (helping singers learn roles, playing musical and staging rehearsals, accompanying chorus, etc.). This project would be devised jointly by the opera director, the coach/accompanist, and, in the case of a full opera, the musical director, as part of the required course Introduction to Opera or as an individually tailored “Production Project.”
At least one Winter Term credit must be earned in a project directly related to Vocal Accompanying.