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MUS 100 - Music Theory Fundamentals I
3 Credits
Focuses on the foundational elements of music theory. The course will cover clef reading, pitch and rhythmic notation, intervals, scales, key signatures, triads and diatonic chords, and an introduction to ear training and sight singing. The course will help beginning music students, including those who have limited background reading music notation and understanding the fundamentals of music theory.
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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 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
Reviews and builds upon music fundamentals, diatonic harmony, phrase structure, and analysis. The course introduces voice leading and four part harmony in root position and inversions.
Corequisite(s): MUS 112
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MUS 111 - Music Theory II
3 Credits
Introduces harmony through four-part writing studying principles of harmonic progression, modulation, diatonic seventh chords, secondary dominants, keyboard harmony, and score analysis of binary and ternary form.
Corequisite(s): MUS 113
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MUS 112 - Ear Training and Sight-Singing I Lab
1 Credit
Provides exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading, and melodic and rhythmic dictation. The course will include performance of melodies and rhythmic reading exercises. Ear training dictation topics includes rhythm, intervals, diatonic scales, melody, triad types, and scales.
Corequisite(s): MUS 110
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MUS 113 - Ear Training and Sight-Singing II Lab
1 Credit
Continues to develop sight singing, rhythm reading, and dictation skills. The course includes expanded exercises in sight singing, rhythmic reading, and melodic and rhythmic dictation, as well as performance of melodies and rhythmic reading exercises. This course includes ear training topics.
Corequisite(s): MUS 111
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MUS 120 - Music Appreciation: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Introduces the study of music focusing on intelligent listening skills, the elements of music and their relationships, the musical characteristics of representative works and composers, common musical forms and genres of various Western, and non-Western historical style periods. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 121 - Music History Medival thru Classical: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Provides an historical survey of Western art music from the Middle Ages into the Classical period, including styles, genres, composers, works, and significant cultural and historical influences upon the repertoire. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 122 - Music History Early Romantic Period to the Present: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Provides an historical survey of Western art music connecting the classical period to the Romantic period and following to the present. This course includes the study of styles, genres, composers, works, and significant cultural and historical influences upon the repertoire. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
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 music from around the globe including folk, ethnic, non-Western and popular styles. Develops basic listening skills and builds a historical/cultural context for world music styles to enable an understanding and appreciation of global music. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
Prerequisite(s): CCR 092 (or higher) or equivalent.
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MUS 125 - History of Jazz: GT-AH1
3 Credits
Provides an overview of jazz history covering the basic materials of music and the forms, media, genres, and the historical and cultural framework of each style period. This course emphasizes the building of critical listening tools and the development of a jazz music vocabulary. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-AH1 category.
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 audio signal flow, Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), current computer music software, digital audio practices, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) sequencing, and audio for video.
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MUS 162 - Computer Music Applications II
3 Credits
Further explores the technical and creative use Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) environment. Sound design using analog and digital synthesis and sampling, digital signal processing, and mastering and audio formats 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
Continues the study of chromatic harmony and analysis. This course introduces 20th and 21st century compositional techniques, including Impressionism, serialism, non-tertian harmonies, and further study in forms and analysis.
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 - Ear Training/Sight-singing Lab III
1 Credit
Covers sight singing and melodic dictation using modulation and chromaticism. It covers harmonic dictation including diatonic and chromatic harmonic progressions. It will emphasize rhythmic reading and dictation including syncopation and asymmetrical meters.
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 - Ear Training/Sight-singing Lab IV
1 Credit
Covers sight singing and ear training skills related to musical styles since 1900.
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
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, 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 260 - The Business of Live Music Performance
3 Credits
Provides a detailed overview of the business of live music performance. Course provides an understanding of the key team members involved with live performance planning and the preparations and logistics involved in developing, negotiating, budgeting, and executing local performances to entire tours.
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MUS 265 - Live Audio Engineering
3 Credits
Covers 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 the duties of the sound engineer.
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MUS 267 - Music Marketing Strategies
3 Credits
Provides an overview of key marketing principles, terms, and practices, which form the foundation for all music entertainment marketing plans. Course examines the key areas of marketing opportunities for music entertainment entrepreneurs including merchandising, publicity, radio promotion, retail and distribution, advertising, and touring.
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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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