This two-year Master of Music (MM) program in Performance with a concentration in Collaborative Piano, offered by the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts, provides advanced training for pianists seeking to specialize in accompanying and performing with other musicians. The curriculum focuses on collaborative endeavors such as art song recitals, instrumental duos, and chamber music, offering students opportunities to perform with all instrumental areas and voice.

Career options for graduates with an MM in Performance (Collaborative Piano) include professional work as accompanists for singers and instrumentalists in opera companies, orchestras, chamber ensembles, educational institutions, and private studios. They may also find opportunities as vocal coaches, répétiteurs, and music directors. The program's focus on diverse collaborative experiences prepares graduates for a variety of professional settings.

Arizona State University (ASU) is a highly ranked public university known for its world-leading drive for innovation and is consistently the top US public university chosen by international students. The Tempe campus, ASU's largest and most central, offers extensive first-rate research facilities and a vibrant artistic community within the Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts. The MM program in collaborative piano provides focused training and numerous performance opportunities within a supportive and dynamic musical environment.