Musicianship Awards
The Musicianship Awards are a series of achievement markers for students to strive for in their piano studies. There are many elements necessary to become a proficient musician at the piano. These elements are not limited to the method books but also include music theory, ear training, technique, harmonization, music history, memorization and standard classical literature.
Each Musicianship level builds on the previous level allowing for a continuous spiral effect of learning. Once a Musicianship Skill Level is completed, the student is fully prepared and eligible to participate in the annual UT Tyler Piano Skills Festival. The UT Tyler Piano Skills Festival is a two-part festival in which pre-college students can earn ribbons, medals and trophies for participation and excellence in the areas of functional piano skills and piano performance.
Most of the Musicianship levels will require a minimum of two years to complete. Students who have completed a level will receive their Musicianship Award at the annual Spring Recital.
Each Musicianship level builds on the previous level allowing for a continuous spiral effect of learning. Once a Musicianship Skill Level is completed, the student is fully prepared and eligible to participate in the annual UT Tyler Piano Skills Festival. The UT Tyler Piano Skills Festival is a two-part festival in which pre-college students can earn ribbons, medals and trophies for participation and excellence in the areas of functional piano skills and piano performance.
Most of the Musicianship levels will require a minimum of two years to complete. Students who have completed a level will receive their Musicianship Award at the annual Spring Recital.
2012 Pre-MO Award
Elise G. received the 2012 Pre-MO award by learning the piano key names, the music alphabet, G clef, F clef, and beginner rhythm symbols. Congratulations Elise!
2011 Pre-Mo Award
The newly established Pre-Mozart award is awarded to young and beginning students who are well on their way to earning their Mozart Medals.
Congratulations to Dominic C., Madison G., Tracy D., Mackenzie S., Dustin M., and Michael H.!
Congratulations to Dominic C., Madison G., Tracy D., Mackenzie S., Dustin M., and Michael H.!
Mozart Medal of Achievement
In honor of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart who was a child prodigy known for his childlike joy of music. The Mozart Medal is awarded to Early Elementary students who have completed Piano Adventure method books Primer and Level 1 as well as musicianship skills detailed on the Mozart Medal Skill Sheet.
2012 Mozart Medal Winners
Eric B., Grace H., and Ashlynn T. completed all the requirements for the Mozart Medal this year. Great job!
2011 Mozart Medal Winners
Congratulations to Elijah F., Abigail L., Chris H., Heather S., Brandon M., Tiernan P., Sebastian N., Hannah T., and Hailey S. for earning their Mozart Medals!
2010 Mozart Medal Winners
Congratulations to Matthew s., Reed B., Abby M., (back row) Julia G., Emily G., and Leslie P. (front row) for completing all the requirements of the Mozart Medal of Achievement.
Haydn Award of Excellence
In honor of Franz Joseph Haydn who enjoyed great success during his lifetime; yet considered himself a humble servant of God sharing His gift of music cheerfully. The Haydn Award is awarded to Late Elementary students who have completed Piano Adventure method books Level 2A and 2B as well as musicianship skills detailed on the Haydn Award Skill Sheet.
2011 Haydn Award Winners
Congratulations to Christiana L., Caroline w., and Trey C. for earning their Haydn awards.
2010 Haydn Award Winners
Congratulations to Austin D., Andrew M. (back row), Claire M., Bradie R., Shelby S. (front row) for completing all the requirements for the Haydn Award of Excellence.
Beethoven Award of Perseverance
In honor of Ludwig van Beethoven who persevered through hardships and adversity of many kinds. The Beethoven Award is awarded to Early Intermediate students who have completed Piano Adventure method books Level 3A and 3B as well as musicianship skills detailed on the Beethoven Award Skill Sheet.
2011 Beethoven Award Winners
For the first time in the five-year history of the SDPS Musicianship Awards, students completed the requirements for the Beethoven Award of Perseverance. Congratulations to Rhiannon P., Andrew M., Bradie R., and Janna K.
Bach Award of Triumph
In honor of Johann Sebastian Bach who recognized the presence of God in his life and in his music and gave Him glory for his successes. The Bach Award is awarded to Late Intermediate students who have completed Piano Adventure method books Level 4 and 5 as well as musicianship skills detailed on the Bach Award Skill Sheet.