Our most popular general education course offering, and for good reason!  Everyone loves music, so why not gain a deeper understanding through historical context and critical listening skills?  The Music Program offers a variety of sections during the fall, spring, and summer terms.  Register early because seats fill up fast!

The fine print: Introduces history of music, emphasizing understanding and enjoyment. Investigates basic elements of music, including structure of musical compositions as well as orchestral instrumentation. Focuses on styles, characteristics, and composers representative of, but not limited to, Western classical tradition, with directed listening of major musical examples. Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU; UC

This is an excellent course for those seeking a global perspective on music.  Consider this course an introduction to the field of Ethnomusicology.  Rather than focusing on western music (which is the primary content for MUS M08), this courses focuses on non-western music from cultures and traditions around the world.  

The fine print: Surveys world music traditions, examining style, performance practice, and cultural context. Provides students an appreciation of the range and diversity of musical expression in a variety of world cultures, Western and Non-Western. Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Course Credit Limitations: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of "C" or better or "P". Honors Program requires a letter grade.

Consider this course the next level after MUS M08: Music Appreciation and an introduction into the field of Musicology.  Students closely examine music through historical context.  To allow for more in-depth study, the content is divided into two separate courses.  MUS M09A focuses on music from the early Greek civilization period through the Baroque era of the 17th century.  Students are highly encouraged to continue into MUS M09B to complete the historical study of music.

The fine print: Explores musical activity, influences, and contributions of Greek and Roman civilizations. Traces development of music of Western world from Romanesque period to Baroque, including major composers as well as instrumental and vocal forms of each period. Requires listening to, identifying, and analyzing representative works of each period. Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Course Credit Limitation: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of "C" or better or "P". Honors Program requires a letter grade.

Consider this course the next level after MUS M08: Music Appreciation and an introduction into the field of Musicology.  Students closely examine music through historical context.  To allow for more in-depth study, the content is divided into two separate courses.  MUS M09B continues where MUS M09A left off in the 17th century and studies music through present day.  

The fine print: Studies changing styles, techniques, and forms of music from the middle of the 18th century to the present, emphasizing artistic philosophy of each period. Analyzes style and forms of representative works of composers representing these various stylistic eras. Requires listening and analysis outside of classroom. Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Course Credit Limitation: Credit will not be awarded for both the honors and regular versions of a course. Credit will be awarded only for the first course completed with a grade of "C" or better or "P". Honors Program requires a letter grade.

This course is required for Elementary Education & Liberal Studies majors, and it fulfills the CSU Channel Island course equivalent of PA 210.  Even if you don't plan on transferring to CSU Channel Islands, this course is an excellent elective choice for those entering the field of primary education.  This course is 1.5 units and must be taken in the same semester as DANC M24: Introduction to Dance Education.

Students do not need a musical background, nor do they have to read musical notation.  The purpose of the course is to help future educators feel efficacious in their ability to incorporate music into their lesson planning.  It's a fun class, and be prepared to play with Boomwhackers!

The fine print: Presents pedagogical principles and best practices for teaching music in elementary education. Introduces the elements of music, vocal and instrumental pedagogy. Analyzes the role of elementary music education with historical, cultural, and global perspectives. Must be taken concurrently with DANC M24. Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU.

Want to get real-world experience in the field of music?  Contact the Career Transfer Center to learn more about Music Internship options. 

The fine print: Provides on-the-job learning to develop effective work habits, attitudes, and career awareness in paid or unpaid internships that are related to the discipline. Involves the development and documentation of learning objectives and the completion of an internship paper, presentation, or project. Includes both workplace supervisor and faculty adviser feedback and/or written evaluations. To take this course, contact the Career Transfer Center. Requires orientation session. Students receive one unit of credit for each 60 hours unpaid or 75 hours paid work. May enroll in up to 4 units a semester with a maximum of 16 total units of any type of work experience. Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU

Is there something you're eager to learn more about, but there isn't a current course offering that quite meets your educational goals?  That's exactly what an Independent Study is for!  Contact Professor Brandon Elliott for more information.  

The fine print: Allows independent study for students who wish to extend their knowledge of a particular area of music through research and study. Utilizes an approved independent project. Includes one-on-one work with instructor. Interested students should contact a Music instructor for assistance in developing a contract for learning about a specific topic. (Formerly MUS M22A/B). Applies to Associate Degree. Transfer credit: CSU; UC (determined after admission)