North Georgia offers a well-rounded program in piano with a variety of opportunities for aspiring performers. In addition to undergraduate degrees in music and music education, NGCSU is a recognized leader in the promotion of the performance of American piano music. The annual NGCSU All American Piano Celebration has featured hundreds of guest performers from beginners to seasoned concert pianists, since its beginning in 1987.
The NGCSU piano faculty consists of Joe Chapman, Lois Finlay, and Kathy Duren. They are not only outstanding performers but also are caring and dedicated teachers with years of experience in guiding piano students to achieve their fullest potential. In addition to applied piano instruction, the faculty also offer courses in improvisation, piano literature, and piano pedagogy.
If you have questions or would like more information on the NGCSU piano program, please contact Dr. Joe Chapman, Director of Keyboard Studies at 706-864-1423 or email at jchapman@ngcsu.edu.