Music (MUS)
MUS Course Descriptions
MUS 1003.0 UNITS
Music Appreciation
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course is an introductory survey of Western Art music from the Middle Ages to the present. Emphasis is on the historical, aesthetic, and cultural contexts from which music arises.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 100
MUS 1013.0 UNITS
Introduction to World Music
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course is an introduction to world music. Emphasis is placed on understanding the substantive features of music as well as social, cultural, political, and economic factors that contribute to different musical traditions found throughout the world.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 104B3.0 UNITS
History of Rock Music
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course introduces students to rock and its influence on American popular music. The students will learn how to actively engage with music by relating rock to other styles of music, relating music to text, and relating rock to its cultural context.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1053.0 UNITS
Music Fundamentals
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course provides the fundamentals of notation, meter, rhythm, intervals, and key signatures, so that the student can gain a sensitivity to, and understanding of, music past, present, and future.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
MUS 1103.0 UNITS
Music Technology Fundamentals
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
Recommendation: Completion of MUS 105 or equivalent with a grade of "C" and Courses taught at the level of Introduction to College Composition with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass" or equivalent or appropriate placement based on the college's multiple measures process with eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or a course at the level of college reading.
The course covers the fundamental vocabulary, techniques, concepts, and devices used in contemporary music production and related media fields. This course covers sound fundamentals, professional audio equipment, computers, music production software, recording studios, MIDI, electronic music, audio-visual productions, and film. Topics such as trade publications, relevant conventions, and employment opportunities are also discussed.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 1122.0 UNITS
Piano I
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
This course focuses on basic study technique, which will include reading, writing, listening and playing. A variety of elementary piano repertoire will be studied. Students learn to understand, experience and appreciate the fundamentals of keyboard musicianship. This course is designed for students with little or no background in piano playing.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 170
MUS 1132.0 UNITS
Piano II
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 112 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass"
This course focuses on the continuation of basic piano, which will include reading, writing, listening and playing. A variety of piano repertoire will be studied. Further emphasis will be on understanding, experiencing and appreciating the fundamentals of keyboard musicianship.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
C-ID: MUS 171
MUS 1142.0 UNITS
Intermediate Piano I
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 113 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This course is a continuation of piano student at the intermediate level. A variety of assigned piano repertoire will be studied. Emphasis will be on understanding, experiencing and appreciating more advanced course of keyboard musicianship.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1152.0 UNITS
Intermediate Piano II
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 114 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This course is a continuation of piano study that occurred in MUS 114. A variety of assigned piano repertoire at the intermediate to advanced level will be studied.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1162.0 UNITS
Voice I
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
This course focuses on basic vocal techniques including breath management, posture, phonation, resonation, and diction. A variety of elementary vocal repertoire is introduced from different musical styles: folk, classical, musical theater, and popular songs. Students learn to use the unamplified voice to its best advantage and to interpret and perform songs suited to their individual ability. A concentration on musicianship is emphasized using ear-training techniques.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1172.0 UNITS
Voice II
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 116 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This course focuses on a continuation of vocal techniques including breath management, posture, phonation, resonation, and diction. A variety of intermediate vocal repertoire will be introduced from different musical styles: folk, classical, musical theater, and popular songs. Students learn to use the unamplified voice to its best advantage and to interpret and perform songs suited to their individual ability. A concentration on musicianship is emphasized using ear-training techniques.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1182.0 UNITS
Voice III
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 117 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
This course emphasizes the technical foundations of singing learned in Voice I and II. The song literature is more advanced and requires and understanding of a broad range of styles as previously discussed in the earlier courses. Ear training and musicianship require specific reading and identification skills. Stylistic interpretation is focused on, as well as performance techniques. Greater involvement with microphone and recording techniques will be encouraged.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1192.0 UNITS
Voice IV
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 118 or equivalent with a grade of Credit or "C" or higher.
The course continues the study of diction, style, technique, musicianship, and interpretation that occurred in Voice III. Acting with emphasis on stage movement, characterization, and improvisational techniques are explored in greater detail. Singers will be required to perform solos, duets, and in scenes. Popular styles are required to collaborate with recording studio to create projects.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
MUS 1353.0 UNITS
This Business of Music
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
This course focuses on the music business as it relates to the market place and job opportunities. It teaches the student about the important jobs in the industry and their duties and responsibilities. Topics include the process of promotion, publicity, management, touring, recording, contracts, accounting, artists relations and development, marketing, advertising, copyrights, and related music fields.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 142A3.0 UNITS
Computer Music Production
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 110 or equivalent with a grade of “C” or higher or “Pass”.
The course prepares the student to use the computer and related music software to create loop-based and sample-based music. The student will learn to configure the computer and software for live performances alone or with music ensemble.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 142B3.0 UNITS
Computer Music Performance
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 3.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 54 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 142A or equivalent with a grade of “C” or higher or “Pass”.
This course builds on the material presented in MUS 142A. Students will design and implement computer audio systems for use in real-time music performances. Students will create configurations that enable them to manipulate sound in real-time for improvisatory music performances. Students will integrate hardware synthesizers into their performance rigs. Students will perform original compositions with the computer rigs. Students will also learn how to integrate with live sound systems and develop redundant solutions for live performances.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 143A2.5 UNITS
Songwriting
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 180 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass."
Corequisite: Enrollment in music theory MUS 181
This course introduces the process of songwriting. Songs from a variety of genres, styles, forms, and cultures will be studied and analyzed. Songs will be analyzed on chord structure, form, rhythm, melody, harmony, and lyrics. Basics of melodic construction, harmonic processes, and text setting will be explored. Students will practice creating chord progressions, melodies and lyrics. Original compositions and performances are expected from all students.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 144A2.5 UNITS
Synthesizer Techniques
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 110 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass".
This class is an application of MIDI, synthesizer programming, sampling, computer sequencing, notation, and computer programming. The course covers the history of electronic music and its evolution with respect to technology. Short compositions will be required of all students. Individual lab time is provided. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 144.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 144B2.5 UNITS
Electronic Music Production
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 144A or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass".
This class introduces advanced MIDI, synthesis, and music production techniques used for music, film, and television. The course covers synchronization, remixing, sound design, rhythm programming, notation, and basic MIDI orchestration. Students will receive training on a variety or computer music programs, each suited for a particular task. Several compositions will be required of all students. Individual lab time is provided. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 145.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 144C2.5 UNITS
Multi-Channel Audio for Media
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 144B with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass"
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn how to create, edit, and deliver multi-channel audio projects for different media formats. Multi-channel audio is a growing industry and is found in homes as well as movie theaters. Students will learn the difference between these formats and how to configure a digital audio workstation (DAW) to handle projects. Students will learn how to prepare multi-channel audio for delivery to home media, theater, and streaming environments.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 145A2.5 UNITS
Live Sound Techniques
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 110 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass."
This course provides an overview of live concert sound reinforcement. Topics include sound system theory and its application. The course covers individual sound system component operation, including microphones, mixers, effects, power amplifiers, and speaker systems. This course offers opportunities for hands-on experiences in troubleshooting, sound checking, and mixing sound for live performance applications. Students are expected to mix live performances.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 146A2.5 UNITS
Recording Techniques
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 110 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass".
This course covers the methods of audio recording in studio and live environments. It includes the technical, as well as the artistic, aspects of recording. Emphasis will be placed on the practical use of audio equipment both in a studio situation and on location. Several recordings will be required of all students. Individual lab time is provided. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 146.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 146B2.5 UNITS
Mixing Techniques
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 146A or MUS 146 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass."
This course covers the methods of audio mixing in the studio, covering a variety of music genres. It includes the technical, as well as the artistic, aspects of mixing. Emphasis will be placed on the practical mixing strategies and techniques. Students will supervise at least one recording session and provide a mix of that session. Several mix projects in varying genres will be required of all students. Individual lab time is provided.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 146C2.5 UNITS
Post-Production for Media
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 146B or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass"
This course provides students with the opportunity to learn how to integrate audio and video in post-production workflows. Post-production workflow is an essential skillset for audio engineers given the size of the video and media industry. Students will learn how to integrate video in audio workflows for media productions. Students will learn how to synchronize audio and video systems to ensure accurate picture lock. Students will also learn the basics of video editing using non-linear video editing software. Students will mix multiple audio assets with video. Students will learn how to prepare content for delivery to production houses.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 1481.0 UNITS
Applied Music I
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture
Prerequisite: Audition
This course offers individual instruction in voice, piano, band/orchestral instruments with an assigned instructor on the applied music staff. Emphasis will be placed on technique development at the intermediate level necessary to form stronger musical skills and technical facility. It includes one hour per week recital attendance and one-hour individual lesson per week. Performance for a faculty jury will be required at the end of the semester.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 160
MUS 1491.0 UNITS
Applied Music II
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture
Prerequisite: Audition or completion of MUS 148 with a grade of “C” or higher
Corequisite: Enrollment in a music performance course related to the student’s private study: MUS 200E-MUS 208E, MUS 210E, MUS 214E, MUS 216E-MUS 219E
This course offers individual instruction in voice, piano or band/orchestral instruments with an assigned instructor on the applied music staff. Emphasis is on musical preparation of musical style and interpretation for the intermediate student. Repertoire will be representative of various periods and composers. It includes one hour per week recital attendance and one-hour individual lesson per week. Performance for a faculty jury will be required at the end of the semester.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 160
MUS 1501.0 UNITS
Applied Music III
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture
Prerequisite: Audition or completion of MUS 149 with a grade of “C” or higher
Corequisite: Enrollment in a music performance course related to the student’s private study: MUS 200E-MUS 208E, MUS 210E, MUS 214E, MUS 216E-MUS 219E
This course offers individuals instruction in voice, piano, or band/orchestral instruments with an assigned instructor on the applied music staff. Emphasis is on performance practice and continued study of advanced repertoire representative of various periods and composers. It includes one hour per week recital attendance and one-hour individual lesson per week. Performance for a faculty jury will be required at the end of the semester.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 160
MUS 1511.0 UNITS
Applied Music IV
Class Hours: 1.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 18 Lecture
Prerequisite: Audition or completion of MUS 150 with a grade of “C” or higher
Corequisite: Enrollment in a music performance course related to the student's private study: MUS 200E - MUS 208E, MUS 210E, MUS 210E, MUS 214E, MUS 216E- MUS 219E
This course offers individual instruction in voice, piano, traditional band or an orchestral instrument with an assigned instructor on the applied music staff. This level of the applied music program provides advanced development of musical skills and knowledge, performance practice, and technique within a recital activity. It includes one hour per week recital attendance and one hour individual lesson per week. Performance for a faculty jury will be required at the end of the semester.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 160
MUS 1553.0 UNITS
Music Entrepreneurship
Class Hours: 3.0 Lecture
Total Contact Hours: 54 Lecture
Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 135 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass."
This course explores the elements and development of business plans, business structure, finances, marketing, and management for a career in the music industry as a performer, producer, songwriter, or educator. Students will learn entrepreneurial tools particular to the music industry that will assist in creating new ventures and realize a career path. This course explores New Media and online methods for promotion, distribution, and publishing. Students will be required to design a business plan along with a resume for employment.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 1562.5 UNITS
Contemporary Music Notation
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 105 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass."
Recommendation: Courses taught at the level of Introduction to College Composition with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass" or equivalent or appropriate placement based on the college's multiple measures process with eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000E or a course at the level of college reading.
This course trains students in the craft and technique of music notation. Students will learn to create professional-quality vocal scores, lead sheets, piano reductions, arrangements, tablatures, and worksheets. Students will learn practical techniques and workflows to produce manuscripts with computer notation software. Topics include transpositions, part creation, and working from MIDI files.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 1572.5 UNITS
Audio Systems Design
Class Hours: 2.0 Lecture / 2.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 36 Lecture / 36 Laboratory
This course trains students to design, implement, and support professional audio systems for studio, theatrical, and outdoor venues. Topics include sound system theory and integration. The course covers analog, digital, and network sound system component design, operation, and diagnostics. This course offers opportunities for hand-on experiences in designing and implementing sound systems for a variety of situations. Students will create several projects for different audio environments.
Transfer Credit: CSU
MUS 1804.0 UNITS
Music Theory/Musicianship I
Class Hours: 4.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 105 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass".
This is a course in music theory and Musicianship. The course incorporates the basic skills of note reading, major and minor scales and key signatures, intervals, and triads to facilitate the study of diatonic triadic harmony, four-voice harmony, voice leading, and figured bass symbols. All concepts will be presented in theoretical examples and actual music. All theoretical concepts will be studied through practical applications including sight singing, ear training, dictation, rhythm exercises, and keyboard harmony. Development of handwritten music notation is expected. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 106.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS120
MUS 1814.0 UNITS
Music Theory/Musicianship II
Class Hours: 4.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 106 or MUS 180 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass".
This is a course in music theory and musicianship dealing with advanced diatonic harmony. The course covers the major topics of inversions, nonharmonic tones, seventh chords, and diatonic modulation through the study of four-voice harmony, voice leading, and figured bass symbols. All concepts will be presented in theoretical examples and actual music. All theoretical concepts will be studied through practical applications including sight singing, ear training, dictation, rhythm exercises, and keyboard harmony. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 107.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 130, MUS 135
MUS 200E1.0 UNITS
Beginning Band
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
The beginning band is dedicated to the performance of beginning band literature. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of individual musicianship through both large group and small group rehearsal. Musical compositions of a wide variety will be studied. Introduction to ensemble performance and rehearsal techniques is studied. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU;UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 201E1.0 UNITS
Concert Band
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition.
The concert band is dedicated to the performance of standard band literature. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of individual musicianship through both large group and small group rehearsal. Musical compositions of a wide variety of styles will be studied. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 202E1.0 UNITS
Community Symphonic Band
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition.
This is a concert band playing the finest traditional and contemporary band literature available. Emphasis is on a high degree of individual musicianship and fine ensemble playing. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 203E1.0 UNITS
Community Band
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition.
The community band is dedicated to the performance of popular, family-oriented literature. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of individual musicianship through both large group and small group rehearsal. Musical compositions of a wide variety will be studied with an emphasis on medleys, marches, and overtures. Ensemble performance and rehearsal techniques are studied. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 204E1.0 UNITS
Orchestra
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
The orchestra is dedicated to the performance of standard orchestral literature. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of individual musicianship through both large group and small group rehearsal. Musical compositions of a wide variety of styles will be studied. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS180
MUS 205E1.0 UNITS
Community Orchestra
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
This community orchestra course is dedicated to the performance of standard orchestral literature. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of individual musicianship through both large group and small group rehearsal. Musical compositions of a wide variety of styles will be studied. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 206E1.0 UNITS
Stage Band
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
This course is designed for the student desiring to enter the fields of professional dance music, radio, or theatre orchestra work. Opportunity is provided for practical experience in organizing instrumental combinations of all kinds and sizes. Training is given in standard dance-band phrasing and improvisation. Nationally-known guest artists appear with the group, and opportunities are provided to make professionally-engineered recordings. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 207E1.0 UNITS
Jazz Ensemble
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
The community jazz ensemble is dedicated to the performance of standard jazz band literature. Emphasis will be placed upon the development of individual musicianship through both large group and small group rehearsal. Musical compositions of a wide variety of styles will be studied. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 208E1.0 UNITS
Commercial Music Ensemble
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
This course will provide the students an opportunity to learn and perform contemporary music with an emphasis on pop, rock, and Latin musical styles. Aspects to be considered will include style, repertoire, instrumentation, equipment, visual presentation, and management. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 209E1.0 UNITS
Pep Band
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Recommendation: Music background preferred.
The pep band provides entertainment music before and during home football games in the fall season. Additional performances may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS180
MUS 210E1.0 UNITS
String Ensemble
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
This class provides each individual student the opportunity to learn and execute the principles of string ensemble playing that only intimate chamber music can provide. Among the topics covered will be musical styles, phrasing, balance and blending techniques, intonation, rehearsal techniques, and performance experience. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS180
MUS 214E1.0 UNITS
Gospel Choir
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
This course will provide students an opportunity to learn and perform choral music of the African American gospel traditions. Aspects to be considered will include style, repertoire, instrumentation, equipment, visual presentation, and management. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 180
MUS 218E1.0 UNITS
Community Chorus
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
This choral ensemble is designed for the student who has had little or no previous vocal experience. Emphasis will be placed on the development of individual musicianship through the study of musical styles, vocal concepts and repertoire. A variety of traditional choral music ranging from renaissance to the twentieth century will be studied and performed. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
MUS 219E1.0 UNITS
Collegiate Chorale
Class Hours: 4.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Laboratory
Prerequisite: Audition
This choral ensemble is designed for the student who has had some previous vocal experience. Emphasis will be placed on the development of individual musicianship through the study of musical styles, vocal concepts, and repertoire. A variety of traditional choral music ranging from the Renaissance to the twentieth century, and beyond will be studied and performed with a particular emphasis on major choral works. Required participation in concerts may include both on-campus and off-campus events. This course may be taken for a maximum of 4 times.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
MUS 2804.0 UNITS
Music Theory/Musicianship III
Class Hours: 4.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 107 or MUS 181 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass"
This is a course in music theory and musicianship dealing with chromatic harmony. The course covers all aspects of chromatic and extended tertian harmony in advanced four-part harmony and analysis of music examples. Secondary dominants, borrowed chords, Neapolitan triads, augmented sixth chords, and advanced modulation techniques are studied. All theoretical concepts also will be studied through practical applications including sight singing, ear training, dictation, rhythm exercises, and keyboard harmony. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 108.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 140, 145
MUS 2814.0 UNITS
Music Theory/Musicianship IV
Class Hours: 4.0 Lecture / 1.0 Laboratory
Total Contact Hours: 72 Lecture / 18 Laboratory
Prerequisite: MUS 108 or MUS 280 or equivalent with a grade of "C" or higher or "Pass".
This is a course in music theory and musicianship dealing with advanced chromatic harmony and contemporary composition techniques of the twentieth and twenty-first centuries. The course covers the major topics of enharmonic modulation, modes and modal composition, impressionism, jazz, and atonal styles. The course also includes an overview of electronic music composition and techniques. All concepts will be presented in theoretical examples and actual music. All theoretical concepts will be studied through practical applications including sight singing, ear training, dictation, rhythm exercises, and keyboard harmony. Students will compose music in a variety of twentieth and twenty first-century styles. This course is not open to students who have received credit in MUS 109.
Transfer Credit: CSU; UC
C-ID: MUS 150
MUS 2981.0 UNITS
Directed Studies
A course to provide opportunity for individual research and field projects under the direction of a faculty member in a given department. With the guidance of the faculty member, students prepare and carry out a written learning agreement describing the purposes and outcomes of the project. Students should expect to meet with the supervising faculty member one to two hours each week for conferences. Credit is based upon the number of hours in the semester expected to complete the project (1 unit for 54 hours). This course may be taken a maximum of 2 times. For selected disciplines, UC transfer credit may be possible after admission to a UC campus, pending review of appropriate course materials by UC staff. See a counselor for an explanation.
Transfer Credit: CSU