The Bachelor of Music in Music Performance and Pedagogy provides rigorous musical training to prepare students for a performance and/or private teaching career.
Students may choose a concentration in Piano, Voice, Guitar, String, Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion.
Piano Studies
In addition to private lessons and weekly performance/repertory classes for developing solo playing, piano students have the opportunity to take courses in chamber music, accompanying and pedagogy. Regular instruction by three resident piano faculty is supplemented by master classes with visiting artists. Instruction in jazz piano is available. In addition to required recitals, a performance with the Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra is available through an annual competition. Numerous opportunities for experience and employment as accompanists are available to qualified pianists.
Vocal Studies
Excellent facilities are provided for the diverse Vocal Studies program, in which the voice major may explore a variety of repertoire and performance experience in individual studio repertoire classes, opera theatre scenes and full productions, RSU Chorus, Chamber Choir, and Women's Chorus. Through private instruction, the program provides intensive study of vocal technique and literature, performance practice covering a broad spectrum of vocal styles, including bel canto and contemporary, and preparation for entry into the professional world of performance and teaching.
Guitar Studies
In addition to taking specialized courses in guitar studies including private lessons and guitar and mixed ensemble, students also work directly with the numerous guest artists that periodically perform and teach at RSU.
String Studies
Excellent facilities are provided for this program in which the all string players receives private weekly lessons, and participates in master-classes by renowned guest artists, studio classes, and monthly string seminars. The intensive study of chamber music is at the core of the performance curriculum, and students are encouraged to perform and explore technical and musical ideas with their colleagues. Other performing activities include the Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra, the Opera Orchestra, solo recitals, and participation in the 20th-century music ensemble. The rich musical environment at RSU provides the aspiring string player with the necessary background to meet the challenges of a professional musical career.
Woodwind Studies
In addition to taking specialized courses in various woodwind studies, students also study woodwind chamber music, tone development through interpretation, articulation, and intonation in a weekly woodwind Repertoire Class. Excellent facilities are provided for the program, in which the woodwind students may explore a variety of repertoire through participation in the university orchestra, wind ensemble and chamber ensembles. Through private instruction, group rehearsal, and reed making classes, the program provides intensive study in preparation for chamber and solo recital performances. The musically rewarding environment at RSU will expose students to the technical skills, musical knowledge, performance experiences and artistic standards necessary to meet the variety of musical demands encountered in the professional world today.
Brass Studies
In addition to private study, the brass student may explore a variety of repertoire through participation in the university orchestra, wind ensemble, jazz ensemble and the brass quintet. Advanced RSU brass students launch their careers through free-lance performing and private teaching in the Bangkok Metro area. RSU brass students are routinely hired by organizations such as the Bangkok Symphony Orchestra, Siam Philharmonic Orchestra and theatrical companies.
Percussion Studies
Excellent facilities are provided for this diverse program, in which the percussionist may explore a variety of repertoire through participation in the University Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Contemporary Music Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble. Through private instruction, the program provides intensive study of the snare drum, timpani, mallet keyboards, and multiple percussion, as well as hand-drum classes in Indian tabla and Thai percussion. In addition to the study of percussion ensemble literature, orchestral excerpts, contemporary chamber music, and ethnic percussion, the student will be exposed to a variety of solo literature, in preparation for recital performances.
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Music Performance and Pedagogy Faculty
Anuchid Nantakwang Voice
Apichai Liamtong Cello
Bantoon Tangpiboon Flute
Chanannut Menanan Oboe
Chuchart Pitaksakorn Viola
Jirathikarn Hemsuwan Trombone
Krit Vikornwongvanich Horn
Manich Buchachanok Tuba
Nob Prateepasen Piano
Parichat Euprasert Voice
Dr. Pawalai Tanchanpong Piano
Samatcha Srivaranon Double Bass
Siripong Tiptan Violin (Head)
Vanich Potavanich Trumpet
Wittaya Vosbian Guitar
Music Performance and Pedagogy Major Courses
| MUS 227: Applied Music 3 | 4(0-8-4) |
| MUS 228: Applied Music 4 | 4(0-8-4) |
| MUS 327: Applied Music 5 | 4(0-8-4) |
| MUS 328: Applied Music 6 | 4(0-8-4) |
| MUS 427: Applied Music 7 | 4(0-8-4) |
| MUS 428: Applied Music 8 | 4(0-8-4) |
| MUS 304: Orchestration | 2(2-0-4) |
| MUS 305: Form and Analysis | 2(2-0-4) |
| MUS 306: Species Counterpoint | 2(2-0-4) |
| MUS 307: Tonal Counterpoint | 2(2-0-4) |
| MUS 401: Twentieth-century Music | 2(2-0-4) |
| MUS 473: Practicum in Music Pedagogy 1 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 474: Practicum in Music Pedagogy 2 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 399: Junior Recital | 0(0-0-0) |
| MUS 497: Lecture Recital | 0(0-0-0) |
Select six credits from the following courses:
| MUS 274: Music in Early Childhood | 3(3-0-6) |
| MUS 323: Piano Pedagogy | 3(2-2-5) |
| MUS 335: Vocal Pedagogy | 3(2-2-5) |
| MUS 372: Psychology of Music | 3(3-0-6) |
| MUS 375: Orff and Kodaly Methods | 3(3-0-6) |
| MUS 376: Instrumental Repertoire and Pedagogy | 3(2-2-5) |
| MUS 377: Eurhythmics | 3(3-0-6) |
| MUS 378: Suzuki Method | 3(3-0-6) |
| MUS 498: Summer Music Internship | 3(0-9-5) |
Select eight credits from the following courses:
| MUS 133: Applied Music Secondary 1 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 134: Applied Music Secondary 2 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 233: Applied Music Secondary 3 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 234: Applied Music Secondary 4 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 181: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 1 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 182: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 2 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 281: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 3 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 282: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 4 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 381: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 5 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 382: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 6 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 481: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 7 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 482: Rangsit Philharmonic Orchestra 8 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 183: Rangsit University Chorus 1 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 184: Rangsit University Chorus 2 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 283: Rangsit University Chorus 3 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 284: Rangsit University Chorus 4 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 383: Rangsit University Chorus 5 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 384: Rangsit University Chorus 6 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 483: Rangsit University Chorus 7 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 484: Rangsit University Chorus 8 | 1(0-3-2) |
| MUS 185: Chamber Music Ensemble 1 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 186: Chamber Music Ensemble 2 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 285: Chamber Music Ensemble 3 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 286: Chamber Music Ensemble 4 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 385: Chamber Music Ensemble 5 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 386: Chamber Music Ensemble 6 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 485: Chamber Music Ensemble 7 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 486: Chamber Music Ensemble 8 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 325: Piano Accompanying 3 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 326: Piano Accompanying 4 | 2(0-4-2) |
| MUS 333: Vocal Diction and Repertoire 1 | 2(1-2-3) |
| MUS 334: Vocal Diction and Repertoire 2 | 2(1-2-3) |
| MUS 493: Concert Seminar 1 | 1(0-2-1) |
| MUS 494: Concert Seminar 2 | 1(0-2-1) |
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