Music for Transfer
AA-T Degree Music · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Music for Transfer - AA-T
Description
The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer degree prepares students for careers in music, music education, and related fields. Students learn the major theories and artistic movements in music from the ancient to the modern world, and evaluate the influences that social, political, and religious institutions have in the creation of music. The program covers technical skills and concepts and technologies involved in the creation of music. Music history, theory disciplines, and practices are reviewed. The program emphasizes critical thinking in the creation, analysis and interpretation of music. Students should consult with the intended transfer institution to determine the appropriate courses to complete at Chaffey.
This Associate Degree for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in a similar major at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major.
To obtain this Associate Degree for Transfer, students must complete:
- A minimum of 60 CSU-transferable semester units.
- A minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. Students should keep in mind that while a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a higher GPA. Consult with a counselor for more information.
- A minimum of 18 semester units of major requirements completed with a grade of “C” or better or a “P” (Pass) if the course is taken on a “pass/no pass” basis.
- The California General Education Transfer Curriculum (Cal-GETC) with a grade of “C” or better or a “P” (Pass) if the course is taken on a “pass/no pass” basis.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Be empowered to engage in self-directed musical practice and performance.
- Creatively develop original thinking in the study of music.
- Communicate the history, theories, disciplines and practices of traditional and popular music forms.
- Recognize diverse individuals, social forces, and musical styles of the world's cultures through the study of music.
- Apply critical thinking in the creation, analysis and interpretation of music.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Major requirements for the Associate of Arts for Transfer Degree (AA-T): | ||
| Required Core: | 12 | |
| MUSIC 5 | Music Theory and Musicianship I | 4 |
| MUSIC 6 | Music Theory and Musicianship II | 4 |
| MUSIC 7 | Music Theory and Musicianship III | 4 |
| Plus 2 units (0.5 units per semester) of Applied Music: | 2 | |
| MUSIC 58 | Applied Music | 0.5 |
| Plus 4 to 6 units from the following (each may be taken up to 4 times): | 4-6 | |
| MUSIC 75 | Concert Choir | 1 |
| MUSIC 76 | Chamber Choir | 1.5 |
| MUSIC 77 | Community Concert Band | 1 |
| MUSIC 78 | Jazz Band | 1 |
| List A - Three units from the following: | 3 | |
| MUSIC 9 | Introduction to Music Technology | 3 |
| MUSIC 35 | Piano for Music Majors I | 1 |
| MUSIC 36 | Piano for Music Majors II | 1 |
| MUSIC 37 | Piano for Music Majors III | 1 |
| Notes: | ||
| Total | 21-23 | |
Other Information
Arts, Communication, and Design
Local Program (Major) Code: A305
Program Control Number: 33233
TOP Code: 1004.00
CIP Code: 50.0901