historical keyboard
One of about 13 fortepianos and harpsichords available for use by conservatory students and faculty. Photo credit: Conservatory of Music
Program Overview

Historical Keyboard Instruments

Program Type: Graduate
  • Master of Music (MM)
Division: Historical Performance

Our Historical Keyboards Program features study of the harpsichord, fortepiano and organ. Coursework includes applied study, music history, performance practice, and music theory. Students also will have a range of opportunities to perform with a variety of student ensembles.

Program Director

David Breitman Associate Professor of Historical Performance

Contact

Cindy Shairba Administrative Assistant 440-775-8198
students perform on baroque instruments
Oberlin Conservatory students perform on period instruments in Warner Concert Hall. Photo credit: Dale Preston ’83

Oberlin Baroque Orchestra

Oberlin sponsors approximately 500 concerts on campus each year, including recitals and concerts by the more than 25 student ensembles. From jazz to contemporary guitar, classical to popular, computer-generated to acoustic, and from time-tested compositions to newer works, the college and conservatory present performances to satisfy any musical interest.

Performance Ensembles

Winter Term

Oberlin’s four-week winter term in January encourages students to discover the value of self-directed education. You may pursue individual or group projects that are directly linked to your field of study or explore opportunities unrelated to your major. Complete your project on or off campus.

Student Clubs and Organizations

Student Senate, Chess Club, Solarity, the Oberlin Review—these are among the more than 175 student groups and clubs available to you. From politics to faith and identity, and from special interest to sports, Oberlin has an array of clubs eager for new members, new ideas, and new leadership.

Historical Keyboard Instruments Faculty

Conservatory faculty maintain active performance schedules while remaining accessible and committed to their students. Individual instruction is paramount to helping students develop their mechanical, technical, stylistic, psychological, and musical skills.

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