New Haven,
CT,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The School of Music's harpsichord curriculum is designed to equip students with mastery of solo repertoire spanning from the late Renaissance to pre-Classical eras, along with comprehensive Baroque ensemble training that develops skilled continuo accompaniment for both vocal and instrumental performances. The program additionally covers Baroque performance techniques, instrument study (organology), and practical skills in harpsichord tuning and care. Yale's harpsichord students gain unique performance opportunities using historically restored instruments from the Yale Collection of Musical Instruments.