Program Overview

Piano Keyboard Award

Program Overview

Learn how professional piano players do it with our 6-month Piano Keyboard Award program. You’ll be taught in small groups to maximize your learning potential in two college-level courses, Piano Keyboard Skills - Level 1 and Level 2. As a graduate you’ll come away with the power to deliver great keyboard performances on stage or in a studio and you'll join a global alumni community with the likes of pointblank London graduate and X-Factor winner Leona Lewis. Learn from pro keyboardists and producers in groups of just 10 students or less and get the benefit of focused piano keyboard instruction.

Courses

• Term 1
  • Piano Keyboard Skills - Level 1
• Term 2
  • Piano Keyboard Skills - Level 2

Expert Instructors

• Daniel Brummel
  • Chief Academic Officer
  • Multi-instrumentalist producer, recorded & toured with Weezer, Nada Surf, Spain, Ozma, Sanglorians, and more. Bachelor's & master's degrees in music from UCLA & Cal State LA. Composer for Lifetime TV show American Princess.
• Nathaniel Nutter
  • Music Composition
  • Nathaniel Nutter writes and produces under the name Savah and Lost Triibe, and has performed music for over 10 years. He has accrued millions of streams on his independent releases on Spotify and has over 5 years of music teaching experience.

Alumni

• CLAUDE VON STROKE
• LEONA LEWIS
• PETE TONG

Included with Program

Students in this program receive software included with tuition and enjoy exclusive discounts including but not limited to:

• 50% off Ableton Live Suite
• 50% off MSRP on NI Komplete 14 or Komplete 14 Ultimate
• 70% off Eventide plugins
• 55% off Roland Cloud Ultimate

Career Opportunities

• Session Pianist
• LIVE ARTIST
• PIANO TEACHER
• LIBRARY/SYNC MUSIC CREATOR
• RECORDING ARTIST
• FUNCTION/TRIBUTE BAND MEMBER

FAQ

• Are there any admission requirements?
  • Admission into any college-level program at pointblank requires that the prospective student:
    • Be 18 years of age or older (under age 18 may be accepted only with signed parental consent)
    • Possess a high school diploma or the equivalent
    • Be provided a current pointblank Music School Catalog
    • Sign a School Performance Fact Sheetand an Enrollment Agreementfor their program
• What equipment do I need to take this program?
  • None at all! You can successfully pass the course using the electronic pianos and keyboards provided to you on pointblank's campus. However, owning a digital keyboard or MIDI keyboard controller (49 keys minimum) or an acoustic piano (normally 88 keys) is highly recommended so that you can practice at home. All other equipment you need will be provided on campus. If you decide to buy additional equipment, we will be happy to facilitate student discounts for you with leading industry partners.
• When are the classes scheduled?
  • For each 10-week course in musicianship, piano, guitar, or bass, classes normally meet once per week for 2 hours on a weekday in one of the following timeslots:
    • 10:00am – 12:00pm (Morning Session)
    • 12:00pm – 2:00pm (Noon Session)
    • 2:30pm – 4:30pm (Afternoon Session)
• Do you provide student housing?
  • Our students have many options for housing accommodations near pointblank Los Angeles. Please visit our Student Accommodation page or Contact an Admissions Advisor for more info.
• I work full time. Can I enroll?
  • Yes. Classes are usually available in the evening and on weekends, and we will be happy to arrange a class schedule that works around your other professional commitments. Please check with an Admissions Advisor to see what scheduling options are available by calling or by completing the Contact Us form.
• I'm an international student. Can I enroll?
  • International students have different options for attending pointblank classes depending on their country of origin. These include the B2 visitor visa, the ESTA visa waiver program, and more. We do not offer F or M student visas at this time.
• Help! My question is not answered here.
  • If you have further questions, please contact an Admissions Advisor or call us directly at . You may also review the pointblank Music School Catalog for complete information about our programs and policies.