Music
57 courses · Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
MUS 1 Music Appreciation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 100
A survey of art music in western civilization. Topics studied include but are not limited to elements of music, basic musical forms, music periods, styles, and the role of music and musicians in the western world. Students will develop active listening skills and explore music's connections to history, culture, other art forms, and the interplay of global musical traditions. (C-ID MUS 100).
MUS 2 Rap and Hip Hop Culture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course traces the social, historical, and cultural influences of rap and hip-hop as an artistic form and global cultural phenomenon. It is designed for students who wish to examine and explore hip-hop culture while developing background knowledge of hip-hop history. The course will explore hip-hop’s global impact and how it has developed as an art form. Key performers, producers, and movement voices are highlighted. The connections between rap music and other elements of hip-hop culture will be explored and students will be challenged to think critically about rap music and its place in society. Various societal issues within rap and hip-hop will be thoroughly examined, including race, sexuality, class, authenticity, violence, gender, censorship, and politics.
MUS 3 Music Fundamentals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 110
An introduction to the fundamentals of Western music with emphasis on theoretical concepts and practical applications. Topics include the six basic elements of music (pitch, rhythm, timbre, dynamics, texture, form), staff notation, scales, intervals, basic tonal harmony and musicianship, and basic music technology. Students develop skills in music notation with emphasis on handwritten notation, critical listening, and creativity with sound. The course integrates diverse musical examples to explore the fundamentals of Western music while providing hands-on experience with basic music technology, performance, and composition. (C-ID MUS 110).
MUS 4 Song Writing
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUS 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed to teach students the basics of song writing with emphasis on the four primary elements required to write a good song: lyric development, chord progressions, melodic development, and song forms. Focus will be on creative songwriting by individuals and in teams, reflecting the trends in the modern music industry.
MUS 5 American Popular Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course examines the development of popular music in America, from its African and European origins to the multitude of styles that exist today. Emphasis is on the historical and socio-economic factors that shaped this unique body of music. Through use of lecture, sound recordings, video and reading, students will develop a new awareness of the musical elements and stylistic continuity present in pop music.
MUS 6 Women and Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course examines the diverse roles of women in music throughout history and across cultures, highlighting their contributions as composers, performers, producers, and cultural leaders. It explores a wide range of musical traditions, from Western art music to jazz, gospel, folk, country, and popular music, with a global perspective on non-Western and Indigenous practices. Students will analyze the intersection of gender, identity, and cultural context, as well as the impact of social movements, technology, and digital platforms on women’s visibility and representation. By addressing both historical achievements and contemporary challenges, the course emphasizes the enduring influence of women in shaping music and society. No prior musical experience is necessary.
MUS 7 Jazz Appreciation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is the study of jazz from its African origins to the various forms in which it exists today. Emphasis is on historical and socio-economic factors in the development of jazz. The course includes a stylistic analysis of jazz and its musical elements in order to develop musical awareness.
MUS 8 Music of Latin America and the Caribbean
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to the musical traditions of Latin America, the Caribbean, and Latin music in the United States. Students will study music as a form of communication and as a social and cultural force. The course will focus on the rhythms, melodies, and cultural contexts of the music and will examine the role of music in social and political movements. Through lectures, discussions, and hands-on activities, students will gain a deeper understanding of the music's evolution, cultural significance, and its impact on the global stage.
MUS 9 World Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to the music of non-Western cultures. The course examines the music of a number of cultures including representative examples drawn from the traditions of Africa, Southeastern Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Classical, folk and popular idioms are explored with emphasis on how the various cultures influence the creation and performance of music.
MUS 20 Guitar I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course offers personalized study of guitar techniques and repertoire at the beginning level. It emphasizes essential fundamentals including posture, hand position, fingering, rhythm, chords, strumming, reading music, chord progressions and playing acoustic guitar songs. No prior experience necessary.
MUS 21 Guitar II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 20
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course builds upon foundational skills offering a deeper exploration of guitar techniques and repertoire at the intermediate level. Emphasis will be placed on enhancing fundamentals such as advanced finger positioning, rhythm variations, chord transitions, and strumming patterns. Students will also engage in more complex chord progressions, learn to read sheet music and tablature, and explore a wider range of acoustic guitar songs. Personalized instruction will help students develop their unique style and musicianship.
MUS 22 Guitar III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 21
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on intermediate to advanced skills with more complex chord progressions, finger picking, and strumming patterns. Students will explore improvisation, lead guitar basics, and music theory, including scales and modes. The course also emphasizes reading sheet music and tablature while working on a variety of acoustic and electric songs. Personalized instruction will help students refine their technique and develop their own musical style.
MUS 23 Guitar IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 22
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course builds on prior knowledge, introducing more advanced techniques such as intricate chord progressions, complex fingerpicking styles, and varied strumming patterns. Students will delve deeper into improvisation and lead guitar, exploring advanced scales, modes, and extended chord voicings. The course emphasizes reading both sheet music and tablature, with a focus on developing fluency in different musical styles through a range of acoustic and electric songs. Personalized instruction will help students refine their technique, develop their unique musical voice, and apply theory to creative expression.
MUS 30 Voice I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course introduces students to fundamental vocal techniques, emphasizing essential skills in tone production, breath control, posture, and pronunciation through the study of diverse vocal literature. Students will practice solo performance skills and basic musicianship throughout the semester.
MUS 31 Voice II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 30
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
A second-level introductory course in voice, open to both music and non-music majors. This course builds upon fundamental vocal techniques learned in Voice I, focusing on singing without the aid of a microphone. Students will continue to strengthen their solo performance skills and musicianship throughout the semester.
MUS 32 Voice III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 31
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An intermediate-level voice course, open to both music and non-music majors. This course builds upon vocal techniques learned in Voice II, focusing on advanced intermediate repertoire from opera, art songs, and musical theater. Students will develop proper diction in multiple languages while continuing to strengthen their performance skills and musicianship throughout the semester.
MUS 33 Voice IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 32
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An advanced intermediate-level voice course, open to both music and non-music majors. This course builds upon vocal techniques learned in Voice III, focusing on advanced repertoire from opera, art songs, and musical theater. Students will refine their performance skills in multiple languages and develop artistic interpretation while preparing for public recital presentations throughout the semester.
MUS 40 Piano I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 170
A first-level introductory course in piano, open to both music and non-music majors. This course provides instruction in elementary music-reading and beginning keyboard skills, including basic piano technique, major and minor five-finger patterns, major scales, keyboard harmony, and sight-reading through beginning piano repertoire. (C-ID MUS 170).
MUS 41 Piano II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 40
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 171
A second-level introductory course in piano, open to both music and non-music majors. This course continues instruction in music-reading and keyboard skills, including piano technique, major scales and arpeggios, sight-reading, keyboard harmony, and basic transposition skills through upper-beginning piano repertoire. (C-ID MUS 171).
MUS 42 Piano III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 41
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 172
An intermediate-level piano course, open to both music and non-music majors. This course continues instruction in advancing keyboard skills, including piano technique, major and minor scales and arpeggios, sight-reading, expanded keyboard harmony, and transposition skills through intermediate piano repertoire. (C-ID MUS 172).
MUS 43 Piano IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 42
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
An advanced intermediate-level piano course, open to both music and non-music majors. This course provides continuing instruction in advanced keyboard skills, including piano technique, all major and minor scales and arpeggios, sight-reading, and advanced keyboard harmony through advanced intermediate piano repertoire.
MUS 51 Digital Music Production I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an introduction to digital music production beginning with computer system operation and file management techniques. Students will apply practical concepts of modern music composition like programming drums, recording MIDI instruments, arranging and mixing, as well as post-production techniques including compression, equalization, reverb and other audio post effects.
MUS 52 Introduction to Recording Techniques
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course students will learn the fundamentals of studio recording techniques. Topics will include the history of recording technology, the fundamentals of sound, signal flow, microphone techniques, Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), recording techniques, mixing consoles and typical studio gear. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry standard studio equipment in a professional quality recording studio.
MUS 53 Digital Music Production II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 51
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course covers computer music production. The use of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) in composition and post-production are covered with hands-on project based learning, theory and demonstrations. Students will compose original music using software instruments and MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface). Students will also study and complete audio post-production projects such as mixing a professional song, creating a radio commercial and creating a podcast.
MUS 54 Studio Recording I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 51, MUS 52
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is a hands-on, project-based course in which students will apply learned methods and skills to Lab practice sessions and studio recording sessions. Students will set up and record using microphone technique, signal flow, gain staging and DAW recording, to create professional quality recordings. Students will learn proper microphone technique and post-production mixing techniques. The course will also cover how to copyright and publish music.
MUS 55 Studio Recording II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 54
- Transfers to
- CSU
This is a project-based course in which students will learn and apply advanced methods and skills to studio recording sessions and song production. The course includes concepts and techniques for advanced microphone technique and signal flow. Students will schedule, organize and produce recording sessions with musical artists and bands, and complete student recordings using advanced mixing techniques on analog consoles and Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs). Additional concepts will include studio etiquette, copyright, publishing and distribution of songs and albums.
MUS 60 Orchestra
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 76.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 180).
MUS 61 Pop Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to sing or play at least one instrument. Audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 185
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the popular music ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a specialized ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 185).
MUS 62 Concert Band
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 180).
MUS 63 Symphonic Band
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 76.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play at least one instrument commonly used in the wind band; audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 180).
MUS 64 Jazz Ensemble
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 76.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play at least one instrument commonly used in jazz ensemble. Audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of jazz literature with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large jazz ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student’s identified major instrument or voice. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 180).
MUS 65 Jazz Combo
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 34 hours activity
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play an instrument or sing; audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 185
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the small jazz combo, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a specialized ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 185).
MUS 66 Pep Band
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 180).
MUS 67 Percussion Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 185
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the percussion ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a percussion ensemble. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 185).
MUS 68 Guitar Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play the guitar. Audition required.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 185
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the guitar ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a guitar ensemble. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 185).
MUS 69 Chamber Music
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 34 hours activity
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play an instrument or sing; audition required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 185
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the chamber ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a specialized ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 185).
MUS 70 Choir
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition Required
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student’s identified voice. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 180).
MUS 80 Theory & Musicianship I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 120/MUS 125
A comprehensive study of diatonic harmony and musicianship, including principles of voice leading in four-part texture, harmonic analysis, melody harmonization, non-chord tones, and basic forms (strophic, binary, ternary). Musicianship component develops skills in sight singing and dictation, including rhythmic exercises, interval recognition, melodic reading and dictation in major and minor scales, and basic harmonic dictation. (C-ID MUS 120/MUS 125).
MUS 82 Theory & Musicianship II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 80
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 130/MUS 135
This course incorporates and further develops the concepts from Theory & Musicianship I and introduces chromatic harmony. Topics include seventh chords and their inversions, secondary chords, modulation techniques, and musical forms (theme and variations, rondo, sonata). Musicianship component develops advanced skills in sight singing and dictation, including compound rhythms, alto and tenor clefs, compound melodies, and harmonic dictation using diatonic triads and seventh chords. (C-ID MUS 130/MUS 135).
MUS 84 Theory & Musicianship III
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 82
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 140/MUS 145
This course incorporates and further develops the concepts from Theory & Musicianship II and explores advanced chromatic harmony. Topics include borrowed chords, Neapolitan chord, augmented sixth chords, altered chords, chromatic modulation techniques, and an introduction to post-tonal music. Musicianship component develops advanced skills in sight singing and dictation, including decorative chromaticism, altered chords, modulation to closely related keys, and irregular meters. (C-ID MUS 140/MUS 145).
MUS 86 Theory & Musicianship IV
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture, 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUS 84
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 150/MUS 155
This course incorporates and further develops concepts covered in Theory & Musicianship III. Through guided composition and analysis, the course will include late Romantic, Neo-Romantic, and Modernist harmonic and rhythmic structures and techniques. In addition, rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials are applied and developed through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. Activities in class may include performing exercises on piano and sight-singing rhythmic and melodic exercises. (C-ID MUS 150/MUS 155).
MUS 87 Music Composition
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUS 80
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to original musical composition for solo and chamber music as well as music in multimedia. Through the analysis of applicable musical literature, this course explores instrumentation, orchestration, form and structure, timbre, pitch, rhythm, texture, interculturalism, and contemporary music notation. The course includes an introduction to music in multimedia, including music for film and video games. Students will be expected to compose original compositions, produce performances, and create a portfolio of their work.
MUS 88 Applied Music
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 25.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
- Corequisite
- MUS 60, MUS 61, MUS 63, MUS 64, MUS 70 or Other ensemble
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
This course consists of individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied through private instruction. The emphasis is on the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance. This course may be repeated 3 times to meet the requirements of the AA-T in Music. (C-ID MUS 160).
MUS 89 Jazz Composition and Arranging
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 51 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUS 3
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course delves into the realm of jazz theory and explores diverse jazz styles from a practical perspective. Through the studies of jazz harmony and melody construction in improvisation, students learn how to arrange and compose for jazz ensembles. Covered topics include historical awareness of the subject, terminology, chord symbols, clear lead sheet notation, transpositions, and scales, rhythms, and harmonies commonly used in jazz and popular music.
MUS 90 Introduction to the Music Industry
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 34 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
A survey of the music industry with focus on the skill, experience, and education needed for careers within the music industry. Topics include music publishing, performing rights, copyright issues, resume building, artist statements, publicity, music licensing, digital distribution, record companies, and artist management.
MUS 92 Introduction to Music Education
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 25.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is an introduction to music teaching. Topics covered include pedagogical methods, classroom management, lesson planning, and potential career options in music education, including TK-12 and private teaching. Students will develop their own philosophy of music education through readings, observations, and guided teaching. In addition to class time, the course requires 17 hours of structured fieldwork in music education settings in cooperation with carefully selected and campus-approved teachers.
MUS 95 Special Studies-MUS
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- 51-153 hours independent study
- Prerequisite
- Permission of instructor
- Transfers to
- CSU
Supervised study in researching an area in the student's academic major. Any student interested in registering for a Special Studies course should contact a full-time instructor or chair/coordinator in the appropriate area no later than the last day of the tenth week of instruction. Students may not petition for a Special Studies course until they have completed satisfactorily 12 units of study at Butte College. 51-153 hours Independent Study. This course may be repeated to a maximum of 3.00 units to complete the entire curriculum of the course.
MUS 99 Work Experience-MUS
- Units
- 0.5-8
- Hours
- 25.5-408 hours independent study
- Prerequisite
- Permission of Work Experience Education instructor and employment supervisor
- Transfers to
- CSU
Work experience is an experiential course where students apply what they have learned in the classroom to a work environment. The course offers students the opportunity to develop technical skills, explore possible career choices, build confidence, network with people in the field, and transition into the world of work. Work experience may include paid or unpaid employment. Students may earn one semester unit of college credit in this course for every fifty-one hours of work experience. Students may enroll in this course up to 8 unit(s) to complete the entire curriculum of the course. A maximum of sixteen units can be earned in work experience courses during a student’s enrollment with Butte College.
MUS 320 Guitar I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
This course offers personalized study of guitar techniques and repertoire at the beginning level. It emphasizes essential fundamentals including posture, hand position, fingering, rhythm, chords, strumming, reading music, chord progressions and playing acoustic guitar songs. No prior experience necessary. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 330 Voice I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
This course introduces students to fundamental vocal techniques, emphasizing essential skills in tone production, breath control, posture, and pronunciation through the study of diverse vocal literature. Students will practice solo performance skills and basic musicianship throughout the semester. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 340 Piano I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 8.5 hours lecture, 25.5 hours lab
A first-level introductory course in piano, open to both music and non-music majors. This course provides instruction in elementary music-reading and beginning keyboard skills, including basic piano technique, major and minor five-finger patterns, major scales, keyboard harmony, and sight-reading through beginning piano repertoire. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 360 Orchestra
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 76.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 361 Pop Ensemble
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to sing or play at least one instrument. Audition required
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the popular music ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a specialized ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 362 Concert Band
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition required
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 363 Symphonic Band
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 76.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play at least one instrument commonly used in the wind band. Audition required
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 364 Jazz Ensemble
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 76.5 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Ability to play at least one instrument commonly used in jazz ensemble. Audition required.
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of jazz literature with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large jazz ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student’s identified major instrument or voice. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.
MUS 370 Choir
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 51 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Audition Required
This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within a large ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student’s identified voice. This course is intended for older adults. Unlimited repeats. Ungraded.