Program Overview
Historical Keyboard Instruments
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.

One of more than 20 historical keyboards available for use by conservatory students and faculty.
Photo credit: Conservatory of Music
Program Facts
- Program Type: Graduate
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- Master of Music (MM)
- Division: Historical Performance
Program Director
David Breitman,
Associate Professor of Historical Performance
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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.
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.
Upcoming Historical Keyboard Instruments Events
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Finney Chapel
Conservatory Orientation Recital
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Warner Concert Hall
Concert: Oberlin Baroque Orchestra
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Fairchild Chapel, Bosworth Hall
Concert: Collegium Musicum
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Fairchild Chapel, Bosworth Hall
Concert: Collegium Musicum
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Warner Concert Hall
The Danenberg Honors Recital, Part I
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Fairchild Chapel, Bosworth Hall
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Historical Keyboard Instruments News
Five Faculty Earn Excellence in Teaching Honors
Annual awards celebrate distinguished and sustained leadership across the college and conservatory.
Bridge to History
Celebration of Oberlin’s Bridge Memorial Organ begins with Oct. 16 recital; continues Oct. 30-31.