Music
Orange Coast College is located close to the heart of the entertainment industry in Costa Mesa, California. Our programs are designed to help provide the serious student with the theory, hands-on training, performing experience, and technological instruction needed for success in the highly competitive music industry. Traditional music courses and transfer programs are tightly integrated with music industry courses to provide comprehensive programs. We also offer courses and ensembles for "life learners" who want to embark on a new path, pick up an old hobby, or simply experience the joy of making music with and for others!
We encourage our students to become proficient in a wide variety of musical styles, to be aware of the many career alternatives open to them, and to enjoy becoming a part of OCC's musical family!
Department Contact Information
Eliza Rubenstein
erubenstein@occ.cccd.edu
Credit Courses
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A survey of Western Classical Music. The students will gain an appreciation of music from the Medieval to the Modern period. The class will cover the stylistic features of musical genres from the six major historical periods of Western Music. This course may also be offered online. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. C-ID: MUS 100.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A100
- Art History, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 3 (IGETC)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Athletics, Certificate of Achievement
- Elementary Teacher Education, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
- Liberal Arts, Associate in Arts Degree
- Music
- Music (MUS)
- Music, Associate in Arts Degree
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
History and appreciation of Western music from the birth of opera to modern times. Listen to and discuss the development of classical masterworks including Handel's Messiah, Beethoven's symphonies, the operas of Mozart, Verdi, and Wagner, and Tchaikovsky's Nutcracker. Overview of modern music from Stravinsky and Schoenberg to the diverse multicultural origins of jazz and rock. Distinguish between various musical styles and develop aural skills that enhance personal listening enjoyment. This course may also be offered online. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Three hours.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A105
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 3 (IGETC)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Athletics, Certificate of Achievement
- Liberal Arts, Associate in Arts Degree
- Music
- Music (MUS)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to introduce the layman or computer professional to the rapidly evolving use of computers and related digital technology in music. Emphasis will be given to professional music software, dedicated music systems, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and digital audio. Lecture/Studio/Arranged Studio.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A110
- Business Employee, Associate in Arts Degree
- Business Employee, Certificate of Achievement
- Digital SLR Photography and Videography Technician, Certificate of Achievement
- Digital SLR Photography and Videography Technician, Certificate of Achievement
- MIDI Applications, Associate in Arts Degree
- MIDI Applications, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to introduce the layman or computer professional to the rapidly evolving use of computers and related digital technology in music. Emphasis will be given to professional music software, dedicated music systems, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and digital audio. Lecture/Studio/Arranged Studio.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A111
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to introduce the layman or computer professional to the rapidly evolving use of computers and related digital technology in music. Emphasis will be given to professional music software, dedicated music systems, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and digital audio. Lecture/Studio/Arranged Studio.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A112
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to introduce the layman or computer professional to the rapidly evolving use of computers and related digital technology in music. Emphasis will be given to professional music software, dedicated music systems, MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) and digital audio. Lecture/Studio/Arranged Studio.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A113
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For those with no previous music theory background. Fundamentals of music including key signatures, intervals, chords, 7th chords, and functional harmony. This course may also be offered online.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A115
- Advanced Placement Credit (AP)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 3 (IGETC)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Athletics, Certificate of Achievement
- MIDI Applications, Associate in Arts Degree
- MIDI Applications, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Fundamentals of guitar, music and musicianship. Music notation, terminology, scales, key signatures and time signatures. Basic guitar chords, rhythms and fingering techniques. Beginning level classical, folk and popular guitar literature. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A116
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Business Employee, Associate in Arts Degree
- Business Employee, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Introduction to the styles and techniques of performing jazz, rock, blues, country, folk, and easy listening music. Also covered are healthy vocal techniques, approach to vocal styles, and song interpretation. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A118
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to meet the changing needs and challenges of performing currently popular singing styles including solo, group, and background singing in jazz, rock, blues, country, folk, and easy listening. Also covered are song interpretation, phrasing, microphone technique, PA use, and "finding your key." May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A119
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Open to all students interested in singing in a college choir. In addition to public performances of standard choral literature, this course includes basic vocal techniques, basic music theory, improvement of sight reading, musicianship skills, music fundamentals, and music history and appreciation as it relates to choral literature. This course may be taken four times. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A120
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A select vocal ensemble which performs suitable music from all historical periods. Extensive participation in concerts on and off campus. Occasional brief section rehearsals. Schedule of performances announced at the beginning of each semester. This course may be taken four times. Studio/Arranged Studio. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A122
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Study and performance of modern big band jazz music. Special emphasis on ensemble skills for rehearsal and concerts. Public performances with guest artists will be schedule during each semester. Guest jazz artists will meet and work with the group periodically. This course may be taken four times. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A127
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed for guitarists who read standard musical notation. Rehearsal and performance of guitar ensemble literature from Renaissance to the present including music of the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Modern eras. Students in this class will present a public concert with guest artists. May be taken for grades or on a credit-no credit basis. This course may be taken four times. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A129
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Open to advanced performers on brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. Rehearsal and performance of music from standard symphonic and wind ensemble literature. Regularly scheduled concerts. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Studio/Arranged Studio. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A132
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Rehearsal and performance of music from the standard symphonic orchestral literature. Open to advanced performers of string, brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Regularly scheduled public concerts during the school year. This course may be taken four times. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A133
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
The study of social and musical influences on rock music and the influence of rock music on society and the music industry, l950s through modern rock. CDs, videos, computer-generated multimedia presentations. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A139
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 3 (IGETC)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Athletics, Certificate of Achievement
- Business Employee, Associate in Arts Degree
- Business Employee, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Elementary instruction on a selected orchestral instrument.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A140
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Business Employee, Associate in Arts Degree
- Business Employee, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Group instruction in beginning piano.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A141
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Business Employee, Associate in Arts Degree
- Business Employee, Certificate of Achievement
- MIDI Applications, Associate in Arts Degree
- MIDI Applications, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
- Music, Associate in Arts Degree
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
Continuation of MUS A141 (Piano 1). Rhythms through sixteenth notes, harmonizing of folk tunes, and pieces by contemporary masters will be studied. One-half to one hour daily practice. Practice pianos available on campus.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A142
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
History and development of jazz in the United States, including evolving styles and important musicians, influence of pre 1900 popular music (Ragtime, Blues, and Dixieland), recognition of playing styles merging of other musical forms with the Jazz idiom, Jazz as an art form , and the composer/improviser in jazz today. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A143
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 3 (IGETC)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Music
- Music (MUS)
- Music, Associate in Arts Degree
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to meet the changing needs and challenges of performing currently popular singing styles including solo, group and background singing in jazz, rock, blues, country, folk and easy listening. Also covered are microphone technique, self accompaniment and popular music terminology. May be taken for grades or on a credit-no credit basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A144
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This class prepares students for solo and group singing by improving breathing, vocal tone, range, diction, health, expression, and self-confidence. Students sing songs from musical theatre, film, folk, popular, and classical repertory. Regular practice is required. An audition is not required.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A145
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This course is a continuation of Music A145 for singers with two years of choral experience or one semester of private lessons or voice class. It prepares for solo and group singing by improving breathing, vocal tone, range agility, volume, diction, health, expression and self-confidence at the second semester level. Sing songs from musical theatre, film, folk, popular, and classical repertory. Daily practice required.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A146
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Group instruction in basic techniques for classical guitar including tuning, correct posture, left and right hand position, and sight reading.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A148
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Continuation of Classical Guitar 1 with emphasis on advanced classical guitar performance techniques and literature.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A149
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Intermediate instruction on a band or orchestral instrument. This course may be taken two times. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A150
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Group instruction in studio guitar techniques including styles such as jazz, rock, and other popular genres. Chart reading, finger style guitar, and plectrum guitar are included. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. Students must bring their own guitar.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A151
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Continuation of Studio Guitar 1. Group instruction in studio guitar techniques including styles such as jazz, rock, and other popular genres. Emphasis on picking technique, notes reading in positions, scales, chords, music theory, sight reading, solo and ensemble performance. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A152
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A class to develop skill in sightreading basic melodies and rhythms. Students will learn to perform basic melodic and rhythmic musical phrases at sight. This course includes computer-assisted instruction and self-paced learning. Students should have basic music-reading skills, including knowledge of key signatures and scales.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A174
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A class to develop skills in sightreading advanced melodies and rhythms. Students will learn to perform melodic and rhythmic musical phrases at sight. This course includes computer-assisted instruction and self-paced learning. Students should have basic music-reading skills, including knowledge of key signatures and scales. The skill level will be validated during the first week of class by the instructor with a successful audition.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A175
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Notation, terminology, scales, key signatures, intervals, chords, rhythms and form. Also includes four-part writing with primary triads, seventh chord analysis, harmonization of melodies in major and minor keys. C-ID: MUS 120.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A180
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 2 (California State University General Education)
- Associate Degree General Education 2022-2023: Option 3 (IGETC)
- Associate in Arts General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Associate in Science General Education 2022-2023: Option 1 (Orange Coast College General Education)
- Business Employee, Associate in Arts Degree
- Business Employee, Certificate of Achievement
- Liberal Arts, Associate in Arts Degree
- MIDI Applications, Associate in Arts Degree
- MIDI Applications, Certificate of Achievement
- Music
- Music (MUS)
- Music, Associate in Arts Degree
- Music, Associate in Arts Degree for Transfer (AA-T)
- Repetition of Courses
Grading Mode: Standard Letter
This course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory I through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. C-ID: MUS 125.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A181
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This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory I. In addition, through guided composition and analysis, the course will include: voice leading involving four-part chorale writing; diatonic harmony; and an introduction to secondary/applied chords and modulation. C-ID: MUS 130.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A185
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A186
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A class to develop skill in sightreading rhythm and melodies. Students will learn to perform melodic and rhythmic musical phrases at sight. This course includes computer-assisted aural learning. Students should have basic music-reading skills, including knowledge of key signatures and scales. May be taken for grades or on a pass/no-pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A187
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is the third semester continuation of Music A146. Songs in English, Italian, German, and French, and students first language. Daily practice and review of a voice recital is required. No audition is required.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A213
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is the fourth semester continuation of Music A213. Songs in English, Italian, German, and French, and students first language. In-depth study of characterization and song presentation. Daily practice and review of a voice recital is required. No audition is required.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A214
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is the fifth semester continuation of Music A214. Songs in English, Italian, German, and French, and students first language. In-depth study of characterization and song presentation. Daily practice and review of a voice recital is required. No audition is required.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A215
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
This course is the sixth semester continuation of Music A215. Songs in English, Italian, German, and French, and students first language. In-depth study of characterization and song presentation. Daily practice and review of a voice recital is required. No audition is required.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A216
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to meet the changing needs and challenges of performing currently popular singing styles, including solo, group, and background singing in jazz, rock, blues, country, folk, and easy listening. Also covered are song interpretation, advanced microphone techniques, PA use, finding your key, chart use, and working with an accompanist. PVT 3 students will learn to put together a five-song set of contrasting tunes with patter, emphasizing individual style. Vocal jazz ensemble training will be a strong focus for this class. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A218
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
An advanced course designed to meet the changing needs and challenges of performing currently popular singing styles, including solo, group, and background singing in jazz, rock, blues, country, folk, and easy listening. Also covered are approaches to vocal styles, song interpretation, phrasing, advanced mic, building stamina, arc of songs and arc of the show. There will a emphasis on working the music business/marketing oneself, as well as branding. PVT 4 students will learn to put together a ten-song set of contrasting tunes with patter, emphasizing individual style. Vocal jazz ensemble training will be a strong focus for this class. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A219
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A select vocal ensemble which performs appropriate music from a range of cultures and historical periods. Extensive participation in concerts on and off campus; leadership opportunities for students, especially those preparing for a career in music education. Schedule of performances announced at the beginning of each semester. This course may be taken four times.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A223
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Development of the individual musician's technical tools and performing skills in jazz music improvisation. Includes usage of appropriate idiomatic forms, harmonies, scales, stylistic articulations. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A230
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Open to advanced performers of string, brass, woodwind and percussion instruments. Rehearsal and performance of music from the standard symphonic and chamber orchestra literature. Regularly scheduled public concerts during the school year. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. This course may be taken four times. Studio/Arranged Studio. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A233
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Advanced instrumentalists will discuss, write, rehearse and perform modern big band jazz music. Class includes guest artists and public performances. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis. C-ID: MUS 180.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A234
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Assists the sophomore music student to organize, arrange and schedule recital performance to meet department and Associate in Arts degree requirements. Studio/Arranged Studio.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A240
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Early intermediate classical piano literature. Emphasis on development of technical proficiency and stylistically appropriate interpretation.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A241
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Intermediate/advanced classical piano literature in master class performance. Emphasis on artistic development of student performers.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A242
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Designed to meet the changing needs and challenges of performing currently popular singing styles including solo, group and background singing in jazz, rock, blues, country, folk, and easy listening. Also covered are basic appropriate stylistic embellishments for various pop styles as well as the jazz genre. Vocal jazz ensemble training will be a strong focus for this class, as this will prepare students for a degree in vocal jazz at other universities.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A247
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Designed for the serious music student who seeks more extensive awareness in technical facility, musical literature, musicianship and self-discipline.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A248
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Designed for the serious classical guitar student who seeks more extensive awareness in technical facility, musical literature, musicianship and self discipline. Involves ensemble performance with an emphasis on technique and sight reading. A continuation of MUS A248.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A249
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A course in recording studio techniques based upon Pro Tools HD. An introductory workshop for musicians and sound engineers who will record, edit and produce live performances in a studio environment. Included is analysis of studio acoustics, vocal and instrumental recording and mixing board characteristics. May be taken for grades or on a credit-no credit basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A261
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
For students planning a career in the music industry. Contracts, agents, managers, producers, contractors, club owners. Guests lecturers from the industry. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A262
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
An advanced course in recording studio techniques based upon Pro Tools HD. Requires basic knowledge of studio acoustics, vocal and instrumental mic techniques, control board and off-board effects units and general studio activity. Students will develop their own recorded materials including support musicians and production staff. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A265
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Students perform works in a masterclass setting. Functional skills including technique, memorization, sight-reading, transposition, and ensemble playing.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A267
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Students perform works in a masterclass setting with emphasis on the Romantic and Contemporary Styles. Historical precedents from the Beethoven's Later Period and examples from the Romantic and Classical Period will be covered. Functional skills including technique, memorization, sight-reading, transposition, and ensemble playing.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A268
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Continuation of Studio Guitar 1 and 2. Emphasis on linear note reading across the guitar fretboard; chord substitutions, altered chords, chordal progressions, turn arounds, music theory, and chordal analysis. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A271
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
Continuation of Studio Guitar 1, 2 and 3. Emphasis on intermediate and advanced picking techniques, analysis of styles, history and appreciation, improvisation, arranging and performance of chordal solos for the guitar. May be taken for grades or on a pass-no pass basis.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A272
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A class to develop skills in sightreading advanced melodies and rhythms, including chromatic alterations and irregular meters. This course includes computer-assisted instruction and self-paced learning. Students should have intermediate music-reading skills. The skill level will be validated during the first week of class by the instructor with a successful audition. Students must have a knowledge of key signatures and scales.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A274
Grading Mode: Standard Letter, Pass/No Pass
A class to develop skills in sightreading advanced melodies and rhythms, including chromatic alterations, non-standard intervals, and harmonic progressions, and irregular and mixed meters. This course includes computer-assisted instruction and self-paced learning. Students should have advanced music-reading skills. The skill level will be validated during the first week of class by the instructor with a successful audition. Students must have a knowledge of key signatures and scales.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A275
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Students perform works in a masterclass setting with emphasis on the Sonata-Allegro Form. Historical precedents from the late Baroque Period and examples from the Classical Period will be covered. Functional skills including technique, memorization, sight-reading, transposition, and ensemble playing.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A277
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Students perform works in a masterclass setting with emphasis on the Romantic and Contemporary Styles. Historical precedents from the Beethoven's Later Period and examples from the Romantic and Classical Period will be covered. Functional skills including technique, memorization, sight-reading, transposition, and ensemble playing.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A278
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This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory II. In addition, through writing and analysis, the course will include: introduction to chromatic harmony; secondary/applied chords; modulation; borrowed chords; introduction to Neapolitan and augmented-sixth chords. C-ID: MUS 140.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A280
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A281
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Continuation of Theory and Ear Training 3. Harmonic dictation, harmonization and analysis including chromatic 7th chords, the Neapolitan and Augmented 6th chords. C-ID: MUS 150.
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A285
Catalog Program Pages Referencing MUS A286
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Students will take private lessons in applied music, composition, theory, orchestration, arranging or computer music from an approved teacher. Students will participate in public performances. Students will be required to practice on campus, perform in a music performing group and attend on-campus music performances. All hours for this class are arranged. C-ID: MUS 160.