Piano III is an advanced level piano course where students will divide their time between individual practice, group practice, listening, journaling and written analysis. Students will be challenged in sight-reading, ensemble playing, technique, and will have ample time to practice their solo repertoire. We will explore, play and analyze a wide variety of classical music ranging from Bach to Bartok. Technique and sight-reading assignments will aid in improving ensemble skills. Without proficient sight-reading skills, successful accompanying and ensemble playing is impossible. Consequently, we will have several sight-reading units. In addition, students will deepen their knowledge of music history and theory, improve aural skills and music analysis.  We will cover performance practices from each historical period, vocabulary, triads, 7^thchords, and form analysis. This course will give our students with a piano emphasis a chance to connect with other pianists in a fun and challenging way. This course can be repeated multiple years for credit.