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MUS 100 - Music Theory Fundamentals I
3 Credits
Introduces the basics of music theory. Course designed to help the beginning music student, or those students with limited background in music theory, study the basic elements of music. Topics include notation, rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals, chords, beginning level melodic and rhythm dictation, ear-training and sight singing skills.
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MUS 106 - Intro to Songwriting
3 Credits
Examines the various processes and styles of songwriting and offers techniques and ideas for creating songs ranging from functional to original. You will explore the common factors in all styles of songwriting, and use them to bring out creative song ideas whether you have written songs before or have just always wanted to see if you could. Recommended: A basic knowledge of music reading for any instrument and elementary music theory
Prerequisite(s): MUS 100 with a grade of C or better
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MUS 108 - Principles of Acoustics
3 Credits
Provides students with simplified acoustic and psychoacoustic concepts to promote an intuitive understanding of sound, its relation to and interaction with physical environments, and the role of sensory perception in shaping the way humans hear.
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MUS 110 - Music Theory I
3 Credits
Presents music fundamentals, diatonic four-part harmony, analysis, ear training, and keyboard harmony. For music majors transferring to a 4-year program.
Corequisite(s): MUS 112
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MUS 111 - Music Theory II
3 Credits
Presents chromatic four-part harmony, analysis, ear training, and keyboard harmony.
Corequisite(s): MUS 113
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MUS 112 - Ear Training and Sight-Singing I Lab
1 Credit
Presents exercises in sight-singing with melodic and rhythmic dictation.
Corequisite(s): MUS 110
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MUS 113 - Ear Training and Sight-Singing II Lab
1 Credit
Presents exercises in sight-singing with melodic and rhythmic dictation.
Corequisite(s): MUS 111
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MUS 120 - Music Appreciation: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Covers the basic materials of music, musical forms, media, genres and musical periods. Emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 121 - Music History I: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, esthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the Middle Ages through the Classical period.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 122 - Music History II: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Studies the various periods of music history with regard to the composers, aesthetics, forms, and genres of each period. Considers music from the early Romantic period to the present.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 123 - Survey of World Music: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Provides an overview of non-Western music from around the world; provides basic listening skills and the historical/cultural context for a variety of world music styles to enable an understanding and appreciation of non-Western musical expression.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 125 - History of Jazz: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Provides a survey of the basic materials of music and the forms, media, genres, historical, and cultural style periods of jazz. It emphasizes the development of tools for intelligent listening and appreciation.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 131 - Music Class I
2 Credits
Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. This course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. First year, first term.
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MUS 132 - Music Class II
2 Credits
Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. First year, second term.
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MUS 133 - Music Class III
2 Credits
Applies the fundamentals of music to the voice or specific musical instruments. The course also introduces basic techniques, repertoire, and sight-reading. First year, third term.
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MUS 141 - Private Instruction (Specify)
1-2 Credits
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, first term. An additional fee is required.
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MUS 142 - Private Instruction (Specify)
1-2 Credits
1 credit primarily for non-music majors. 2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. First year, second term. An additional fee is required
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MUS 151 - Ensemble I
1 Credit
First year, first term. Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature.
Required: Ability on an Instrument or voice or Instructor’s permission
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MUS 152 - Ensemble II
1 Credit
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. First year, second term.
Required: Ability on an Instrument or voice or Instructor’s permission
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MUS 161 - Computer Music Applications I
3 Credits
Introduces students to the Digital Audio Workstation, current practices with MIDI instruments, MIDI sequencing, MIDI editing, music notation programs.
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MUS 162 - Computer Music Applications II
3 Credits
Designed to build on MUS 161 . Course will further explore the Digital Audio Work (DAW) environment. Advanced music notation software techniques, creating unique synthesizer timbres, and audio/video synchronization will be among the topics explored.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 161 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MUS 163 - Music Audio Production I
3 Credits
Designed to give music majors and students with a strong interest in music a basic understanding of the Music Production process. This includes the basic knowledge of audio/music production, the fundamentals of sound and microphone, digital and analog technology, recording, and mixing.
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MUS 164 - Music Audio Production II
3 Credits
Designed to build on the concepts of MUS 163 , this class will be more project oriented with emphasis on using the techniques discussed in MUS 163 . An emphasis on critical listening through each phase of the recording process will be made.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 163 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MUS 167 - Music Business I
3 Credits
Designed to give music students, or those students with a strong interest in business and music, a complete overview and in depth examination of the current, historic and projected business practices in the music industry.
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MUS 175 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in depth exploration of special topics of interest.
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MUS 210 - Music Theory III
3 Credits
Continues study of four-part music, including extended harmonic progressions of ninth, eleventh, thirteenth chords, extended alteration, non-chord tones, modulation and compositions.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 111 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission. An additional fee is required.
Corequisite(s): MUS 212
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MUS 211 - Music Theory IV
3 Credits
Offers a continuation of chromatic harmony, analysis, ear-training, and keyboard harmony. New topics will include Impressionism and 20th Century styles of composition.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 210 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission. An additional fee is required.
Corequisite(s): MUS 213
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MUS 212 - Advanced Ear Training/Sight-singing I Lab
1 Credit
Presents modulating and chromatic exercises in sight-singing and dictation. Dictation includes four-part writing.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 113 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission. An additional fee is required.
Corequisite(s): MUS 210
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MUS 213 - Advanced Ear Training/Sight-singing II Lab
1 Credit
Presents modulating and chromatic exercises in sight-singing and dictation. Dictation includes four-part writing.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 212 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission. An additional fee is required.
Corequisite(s): MUS 211
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MUS 241 - Private Instruction
2 Credits
2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, first term.
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MUS 242 - Private Instruction
1-2 Credits
2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, third term. An additional fee is required
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MUS 243 - Private Instruction
2 Credits
2 credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, third term.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 241 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission. An additional fee is required.
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MUS 244 - Private Instruction
2 Credits
Two credits for music majors planning to transfer to 4 year school. Offers private instruction consisting of a thirty or sixty minute lesson per week. Participation in a student performance is required at least once each term for 1 credit. Regular attendance at and participation in student performances is required for 2 credits. Second year, fourth term. May be repeated for credit more than once per individual institution policy.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 243 with a grade of “C” or better or Instructor’s permission. An additional fee is required
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MUS 251 - Ensemble I
1 Credit
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. Second year, first term.
Prerequisite(s): MUS 151 OR MUS 152 with a grade of C or better
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MUS 252 - Ensemble II
1 Credit
Rehearses and performs various types of musical literature. Second year, second term.
Required: Ability on an Instrument or voice or Instructor’s permission
Prerequisite(s): MUS 151 OR MUS 152 with a grade of C or better
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MUS 265 - Live Audio Engineering
3 Credits
Teaches the concepts and technical skills of live sound reinforcement. Topics include basic audio concepts, the operation and interconnection of a sound system, signal processing, and live sound recording. Students will participate in special class projects and live sound sessions.
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MUS 275 - Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Covers specific topics in music. This course is offered as needed for credit appropriate to the topic and each offering includes a description of the topic(s).
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MUS 284 - Internship
1-6 Credits
Provides students with the opportunity to supplement coursework with practical work experience related to their educational program. Students work under the immediate supervision of experienced personnel at the business location and with the direct guidance of the instructor.
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MUS 285 - Independent Study
1-6 Variable Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor.
Required: Instructor’s permission
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