Department of Performing Arts
(864) 656-3043
Perf-Art_L@clemson.edu
Clemson University Symphonic Band
November 23rd, 2009 at 8:00 pm - As the top auditioned group of wind and percussion musicians at Clemson University, the Symphonic Ba Learn More...
Clemson University Choral Ensembles
December 1st, 2009 at 8:00 pm - The Department of Performing Arts introduces its new choral director, Justin Durham, in a program of Learn More...
Clemson University Symphony Orchestra
December 3rd, 2009 at 8:00 pm - Popular orchestral hits fill this winter program, from the “Waltz” and “Polonaise” of Tchaikovsky’s Learn More...
The Spirit of Christmas
December 8th, 2009 at 8:00 pm - The Spirit of Christmas takes you on a magical journey to a winter wonderland of fun and festive che Learn More...
Tony DeSare, vocalist
January 14th, 2010 at 8:00 pm - Singer, pianist, and songwriter Tony DeSare has earned critical acclaim for his performances at the Learn More...
Applied (Private) Music Lessons at Clemson
The Department of Performing Arts at Clemson University offers private music lessons to all students attending Clemson University. Private instruction is offered in a wide variety of instruments as well as voice. (See Section Numbers below.) Students receive 1 hour of academic credit per semester. An applied music fee is charged for each semester of private lessons. The cost of private lessons will appear on your university statement.
Performing Arts Majors
For the first semester of lessons, students majoring in Production Studies In Performing Arts with a music concentration - should register for Music 153 with the section determined by the instrument of their choice. PA Music Majors receive 12 45-minute lessons per semester.
Non-Music Majors
Non majors should register for Music 151 for their first semester of private instruction. The class section is determined by the instrument of choice. Non-major music students receive a total of 12 30-minute lessons per semester.
How to Register
To register, students must come to the Performing Arts Department office Located at room 221 Brooks Center. NOTE: Registration cannot be done online.
Applied (Private) Music Section Numbers and Instruments:
Section 1 Voice
Section 3 Flute
Section 4 Oboe or Saxophone
Section 5 Clarinet
Section 6 Bassoon
Section 7 Trumpet
Section 8 Horn
Section 9 Low Brass
Section 10 Percussion
Section 11 Violin or Viola
Section 12 Cello
Section 13 Bass
Section 14 Piano
Section 15 Piano
Section 16 Organ
Section 17 Carillon
Section 18 Guitar
Section 19 Jazz Guitar
Section 21 Jazz Piano
For more information regarding Applied Music lessons, please contact the Performing Arts office at 656-3043 or e-mail the Department of Performing Arts.
