# Music (Associate in Arts for Transfer)

Butte College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Music

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**About the Program**

**Program Goal:** Transfer

**GE Pattern(s):** Cal-GETC

**Program Code:** 32469.31AA-T

Students completing Associate Degrees for Transfer are guaranteed admission to the CSU system. Please see the beginning of the “Academic Programs” section for details.

The Associate of Arts Degree in Music for Transfer prepares students to demonstrate transfer-level proficiency in solo and ensemble performance as well as music theory and musicianship for a seamless transfer into a baccalaureate degree program as a music major. This degree is recommended for students pursuing careers in music and music-related fields. Completion of this curriculum will demonstrate commitment to the serious study of music in practice and in theory, and provide comprehensive preparation for upper-division work. The Butte College Music Department provides the highest level of instruction for students to pursue their musical and educational goals. The faculty have devised a curriculum that serves to develop skills in musical performance as well as academic preparation for continued study and lifelong learning.

**Program Learning Outcome(s):**
Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to:

1.  Play their chosen instrument or sing at an advanced level.
2.  Demonstrate the ability to either play or sing new music at sight.
3.  Analyze a given piece of music in terms of chords and chord structure, modulation, cadences, and form.
4.  Articulate the principles of playing in an ensemble.
5.  Describe effective practice techniques.
6.  Listen to a piece of music and identify its genre.

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Required courses:** | | 21-23.5 |
| MUS 80 | Theory & Musicianship I | 4 |
| MUS 82 | Theory & Musicianship II | 4 |
| MUS 84 | Theory & Musicianship III | 4 |
| MUS 88 | Applied Music | 2 |
| **Select four:** | | 4-5.5 |
| MUS 60 | Orchestra | 1.5 |
| MUS 61 | Pop Ensemble | 1 |
| MUS 63 | Symphonic Band | 1.5 |
| MUS 64 | Jazz Ensemble | 1.5 |
| MUS 65 | Jazz Combo | 1 |
| MUS 68 | Guitar Ensemble | 1 |
| MUS 69 | Chamber Music | 1 |
| MUS 70 | Choir | 1 |
| **List A (Select 3-4 units):** | | 3-4 |
| MUS 1 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| MUS 40 | Piano I | 1 |
| MUS 41 | Piano II | 1 |
| MUS 42 | Piano III | 1 |
| MUS 86 | Theory & Musicianship IV | 4 |
| **Total** | | **21-23.5** |