2020-2021 Catalog 
    
    Mar 29, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Music Associate of Arts


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The curriculum in the Associate of Arts degree in Music is designed to provide the student the opportunity to achieve an Associate degree. While a baccalaureate or higher degree is recommended for those considering professional careers related to this field, earning the Associate degree will demonstrate commitment to the major, and attainment of a degree which can support attempts to gain entry-level employment. However, students wishing to transfer to a 4-year institution may need to take additional classes as preparation for transfer. Transfer students should consult their transfer institutions of choice for further information on specific lower-division Music major requirements.

Program Student Learning Outcomes


Students who complete this program will be able to:

  • Transcribe and sight read both diatonic and chromatic music
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of musical analysis and harmonic theory applicable to their area of specialization
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of repertoire and performance practice applicable to their area of specialization
  • Perform standard repertoire appropriate to their performance area, as individuals or as members of ensembles
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of music technology and its application to their area of specialization
  • Create original music in improvised and/or written form
  • Demonstrate the ability to listen critically to musical performance
  • Demonstrate an ability to place composers, works and musical styles within an historical context, both in terms of musical and societal history

REQUIRED CORE:

Course ID Title Units
MUS 10  * Harmony I 3
MUS 11  * Harmony II 3
MUS 12  * Harmony III 3
MUS 92  * Musicianship I 1
MUS 93  * Musicianship II 1
MUS 94  * Musicianship III 1
MUS 54A   Beginning Piano I (or proficiency exam) 0-2
MUS 54B  * Beginning Piano II (or proficiency exam) 0-2
MUS 55A  * Intermediate Piano I (or proficiency exam) 0-2
MUS 55B  * Intermediate Piano II (or proficiency exam) 0-2
Ensemble Requirement:  Complete four semesters (4-8 units) from the following (including repeated classes)  
MUS 35  * Contemporary Choir 2
MUS 39  * Commercial Music Ensemble 2
MUS 41  * Symphonic Wind Ensemble 2
MUS 42  * Symphonic Orchestra 2
MUS 47  * Saddleback College Big Band 2
MUS 61  * Intermediate Classical Guitar 1
MUS 62  * Advanced Classical Guitar 2
MUS 64  * Piano Ensemble 1.5
MUS 65  * Piano Accompanying 1.5
MUS 140  * Improvised Music in a Jazz Combo 2
MUS 148   Jazz Ensemble 2
MUS 182   Soul Music Ensemble 2
MUS 184  * Electronic Music Ensemble 2
MUS 187  * Modern Rock and Pop Music Ensemble 2
MUS 197  * Rehearsal and Performance (Jazz Studies) 1
Restricted Electives:  Select 4-6 units from the following courses  
MUS 14  * Jazz Composition and Arranging 3
MUS 15  * Music Composition 3
MUS 50  * Applied Music (may be taken up to 4 times) 1
MUS 18  * Advanced Music Composition 3
MUS 117  * Popular Songwriting 3
MUS 118   Digital Multi-Track Music Recording 2.5
MUS 130   Music Production I 2.5
MUS 132   Introduction to Music Technology 2

TOTAL UNITS FOR THE MAJOR:


20-34

*Course has a prerequisite, corequisite, limitation, or recommended preparation; see course description.

Associate of Arts Degree


Completion of the required courses in the major and a minimum of 60 units including the General Education requirements with an overall GPA of 2.0 qualifies the student for the Associate of Arts degree. A minimum of 12 units must be completed at Saddleback College.

General Education Requirements for Associate Degrees


Refer to the Graduation Requirements  or to the CSU-GE and IGETC patterns in this catalog for specific courses which meet general education requirements. Refer to ASSIST.org and to the transfer institution’s catalog for transfer requirements.

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