The Patel Conservatory Music Certification is a non-degree program that offers a Senior Certificate in either Vocal Arts or Instrumental Music.
The Certification Program is an intensive training program geared toward students pursuing acceptance into collegiate music programs or as a supplemental training program for students interested in beginning a professional career in music.
Every student who intends to participate in the Certification Program must complete an application, present an audition and be accepted for enrollment into the program.
Vocal Arts Certification
Below is a link to the course work requirements:
All Certification Program classes may be taken by non-certificate students at the listed tuition price.
Contact Kavanaugh Gillespie at (813) 222-6452 or kavanaugh.gillespie@strazcenter.org for more information.
Instrumental Certification
This multi-year program provides supplemental training in instrumental music at the highest level and is highly recommended for students ages 14-17 seeking acceptance into a college music program.
Required Courses
20 total courses:
- School Year Ensembles (4)
- Private Lessons (4)
- Music Theory (2)
- Pit or Repertory Orchestra (2)
- Music Apprentice (2)
- Non-Instrumental Classes or Ensembles(2)
- Chamber Orchestra or Jazz Intensive (2)
- Summer Instrumental Ensemble (1)
- Independent Study Project (1)
Four-Year Plan
Year One
School Year
- Instrumental Ensemble
- Private Lessons on Principal Instrument
- Piano Class or private piano lessons
- Music Theory 1 (Fall)*
- Music Theory 2 (Spring)*
Summer
- Summer Chamber Ensemble (elective)
Year Two
School Year
- Instrumental Ensemble
- Private Lessons on principal instrument
- Piano Class or private piano lessons
- History of Music*
Summer
- Summer Chamber Intensive
- Listening List
Year Three
School Year
- Instrumental Ensemble
- Private Lessons on principal instrument
- Music elective*
- Instrumental Juries
- Theater or dance elective*
Summer
- Summer Chamber Orchestra or Jazz Intensive
- Listening List
Year Four
School Year
- Instrumental Ensemble
- Private lessons on principal instrument
- Instrumental Juries
- Theater or dance elective*
- Instrumental Certification Recital
*Can be completed any year or summer term when offered