Collaborative Piano Services

WKU Collaborative Pianist Policies & Procedures

 

MISSION

Collaboration is one of the most rewarding musical experiences. The development of thisprocess takes understanding, flexibility, communication, organization, and mutual respect. The policies andprocedures outlined below are enforced to ensure the best educational experience and professionalpreparation for music students at WKU. 

WHAT TO EXPECT

As the term “collaborative piano” suggests, these musical experiences will truly be equal partnerships. The rehearsal room is a safe space for creative musical expression and for trying out new ideas. Students are invited to engage in meaningful musical dialogue and share their ideas. 

 

PIANIST REQUESTS

Dr. Teng’s services are available to WKU music students for:

• Degree & Non-Degree Recitals
• Student Recital Labs
• Juries
• Master-Classes
• Lessons
• Other requests as workload allows

Accompanying services will prioritize:

• Performance majors, seniors, juniors, master’s students
• Repertoire of a high difficulty (faculty and students should use discretion when determining the amount of difficult repertoire request of Dr. Teng). 

Additional collaborative services will be allocated to student and community pianists as needed.

You can find a link to the collaborative pianist request form at the bottom of this document.

SCORES

PDFs of music should be scanned and uploaded to the collaborative pianist request form. Requests  will not be considered until the music is received. Please Ensure that all music is clear and legible. While digital copies of music are strongly preferred, students may also drop off hard copies at Dr. Teng’s studio, FAC 322. 

DEADLINES

Requests must be submitted within the following time frames, at a minimum. Earlier submissions arestrongly encouraged. This is considered professional courtesy, and is to allow for adequate preparation time. Requests received after these deadlineswill not be accepted.

• Degree & Non-degree Recitals: Last day of the prior semester (usually during recital scheduling week)
• Juries: 8 weeks in advance
• Recital Lab or Studio Recital: 4 weeks in advance
  
  

CONTACT HOURS

• Degree & Non-Degree Recitals: 10 hours per student
• Juries:  2 to 3 hours per student (depending on repertoire)  
• Student Recital lab or Studio Recital: 2 to 3 hours per student (depending on repertoire) 
• Additional requests: TBD
  
  

JURY REPERTOIRE LENGTH

Due to the high volume of music and limited workload and funding for pianists, students will be required to select movements and/or make appropriate cuts so that jury repertoiredoes not exceed 10 minutes in length.

REHEARSALS

All rehearsals will be booked in either 30-minute or hour-long sessions. Rehearsals must be scheduled via email, a minimum of 3 days in advance (earlier is strongly encouraged). In the event of a cancellation (excepting last-minute emergency or illness), a minimum of24-hour notice is expected to be given.

EXPECTATIONS OF STUDENTS

• Mutual respect and professionalism at all times and in all forms of communication
• Punctuality for scheduled rehearsals—plan to arrive 5minutes early
• Thorough musical preparation and a receptive attitude for every rehearsal
• Voice students are expected to bring text translations and IPA to ensure productive sessions

• Collaborative piano services will be terminated if a student misses two scheduled rehearsals or lessons without notification.
  
  

COMMUNICATION

Open communication is essential to a positive working relationship. Students should never assume Dr. Teng's availability for lessons, studio classes, and/or other performances without first confirming the dates and times. Please be courteous and respoectful of time. 

AGREEMENT

Upon completing the Collaborative Pianist Request form, you will be prompted to verify that you agree to the policies and procedures set out above.

 

Pianist Request Form

 

CONTACT

Dr. Christine Teng

Departmental Collaborative Pianist/Instructor & Coordinator of Accompanying Services

 

 

 

Community Pianist List