The Music Department Private Lessons Program is a directed program of study that includes opportunities for private instruction, large and small music ensembles, and piano accompaniment. Private instruction is funded by the music department. The student’s program will be worked out in consultation with the supervising faculty, who will assist students in finding an appropriate private instructor.
Courses in the private lessons program are offered at two levels. Lessons offered as part of these courses are fully funded by the department. Students who do not meet the eligibility criteria or prerequisites of these courses can contact the private instructors directly to pay for lessons out of pocket.
All students, both those continuing in the private lessons program and those applying for the first time, must submit an ONLINE APPLICATION by the first Friday of instruction.
Music 168 Series
1-3 units. Repeatable for credit. Only one course allowed per semester.
Restricted to declared Music majors and intended Music majors who complete the three steps listed below.
Intended Music majors must complete the following three steps by the second Wednesday of instruction to be eligible for private lessons:
- Review Music major requirements.
- Submit the Music Major Application.
- Schedule a meeting with the Undergraduate Major Advisor to review your program plan and declare the major.
Refer to major declaration requirements here.
For course descriptions, visit the Berkeley Academic Guide and search for the appropriate course number.