Music
70 courses · El Camino College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Winter 2027 · Spring 2027
MUSI 96 Cooperative Work Experience Education
- Units
- 2-4
- Hours
- hours to be arranged
- Transfers to
- CSU
Through a set of learning objectives established by the student, supervisor, and instructor, each student will work with and learn from experts in the Music field. These experiences will enable students to improve job skills, analyze career opportunities and requirements, and compare them to personal abilities and career expectations.
MUSI 99 Independent Study
- Units
- 1-3
- Hours
- hours to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 99abc
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides special advanced studies in a subject field of Music not covered in the regular departmental offerings. Regular conferences with the instructor are coordinated with assigned Music projects (54 hours per unit).
MUSI 101 Music Fundamentals
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Formerly
- Music 1
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is an introduction to the notation and primary elements of tonal music from global cultures. It prepares students for further study in theory and musicianship, and serves to enhance the study and appreciation of music for all interested students. Students will analyze music beginning with pitch and rhythm notation, the keyboard and major scales. The course proceeds through intervals, triads, seventh chords, inversions, minor scales, cadences, modes and non-harmonic tones. Included are terms and symbols for tempi, dynamics, and repeats. The history and social context of the above concepts will be discussed.
MUSI 102A Beginning Sightsinging
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 101 or concurrent enrollment
- Formerly
- Music 2A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course develops fundamental skills for reading and singing music at sight. This includes pitch and rhythm notation, key signatures, intervals, major and minor modes, and melodies. Class assignments will incorporate exercises in sightsinging, including melodic and rhythmic dictation.
MUSI 102B Advanced Sightsinging
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 101 or MUSI 102A or MUSI 131A with a minimum grade of C in prerequisite or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 2B
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course continues the development of essential skills for reading and singing music at sight, including ear training and singing of major and minor mode-scales, intervals, chords, rhythms and melodies of increasing difficulty. Class assignments will incorporate exercises in melodic, rhythmic and harmonic sightsinging and dictation.
MUSI 103A Theory and Musicianship I
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 101 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Advisory
- MUSI 102A and MUSI 131A or equivalent and ENGL 84 or ESL 52B
- Formerly
- Music 3A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
In this course designed for the music major, students acquire knowledge of tonal harmony and develop corresponding aural skills. Triads and seventh chords in relationship to all major and minor keys, four-part voice leading principles for triads, harmonic progression, Roman numeral analysis, an introduction to musical form, and finding and labeling non-chord tones are emphasized. Appropriate exercises in sight singing and dictation will accompany written work.
MUSI 103B Theory and Musicianship II
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 103A with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Advisory
- MUSI 102A or MUSI 102B MUSI 131B or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 3B
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a continuation of Music 103A and expands the study of tonal music by enlarging the harmonic vocabulary to include diatonic seventh chords and secondary functions. Modulation types common to music of the 18th century and small forms will also be discussed. Appropriate exercises in sight singing and dictation will accompany written work.
MUSI 105 Commercial/Jazz Theory and Musicianship
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 101 with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Advisory
- MUSI 103A or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 5
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
In this course, students acquire knowledge of tonal harmony used in commercial music and jazz. Emphasis is placed on harmonic, rhythmic and melodic vocabularies chord-scale relationships, and basic keyboard applications. Students develop skills in ear training, writing transcriptions of recorded performances, composition, and music manuscript preparation.
MUSI 111 Music Appreciation Survey
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English C1000 or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 11
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on the major stylistic periods of Western art music from the Middle Ages until the end of the 20th Century. An emphasis will be placed on the music heard in North American and European concert halls. Examples will be presented in the context of contemporaneous social, political, and artistic movements and events. Basic musical elements, terminology, voice categories, and instruments of the orchestra will be included.
MUSI 112 Music Cultures of the World
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- eligibility for ENGL 1A (now ENGL C1000)
- Formerly
- Music 12
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on the styles, techniques, performers, and historical evolution of Western and non-Western music. Emphasis is placed on African, Asian, Latin American, and Polynesian music and the relationship between the music and the culture. In addition, American ethnic music and jazz will be presented.
MUSI 112H Honors Music Cultures of the World
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A (now ENGL C1000) or qualification by appropriate assessment
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
The honors course, intended for students in the Honors Transfer Program, focuses on the styles, techniques, performers, and historical evolution of Western and non- Western music. Emphasis is placed on African, Asian, Latin American, and Polynesian music, and the relationship between the music and the culture. In addition, American ethnic music and jazz will be presented. This course is enriched through extensive, rigorous reading, writing, and research assignments.
MUSI 113 Survey of Jazz
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL 1 eligibility for ENGL 1A (now ENGL C1000) or qualification by appropriate assessment
- Formerly
- Music 13
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses primarily on the historical evolution, techniques, sub-styles, and key performers of jazz, and traces its development from its roots in African and African-American folk music traditions to its current place as an important and inclusive force in global music. Important social and historical issues will be covered, including segregation, The Depression, The Great Migration, World War II, and The Civil Rights Movement. Students will learn core musical concepts, engage in directed listening activities, attend live concerts, and discuss the various theoretical, aesthetic, and philosophical ideas that inspire the creation of jazz music.
MUSI 115 Hip Hop Music and Culture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English 1A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a survey of Hip Hop, its origins, and influences. Students explore the music, culture, and social impacts of Hip Hop with a focus on the role of Black & African American, Latinx, Asian American, and global contributions. Students develop a musical vocabulary appropriate to the analysis of Hip Hop and trace its development as a form of human expression.
MUSI 116 History of Rock Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- eligibility for ENGL A
- Formerly
- Music 16
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on the techniques, styles, composers, performers, and evolution of rock and roll from the 1950s to the present. Emphasis is placed on the roots and early development of rock music, its stylistic trends, influential artists, and the impact of technology on rock music throughout the years.
MUSI 117 Music of the Beatles
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL 1A (now ENGL C1000)
- Formerly
- Music 17
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course surveys musical styles of the Beatles from 1957-1970. It focuses on the historical, aesthetic, socialpolitical, economic, and technological developments that have shaped the evolution of popular music. Emphasis is placed on identifying the Beatles' various musical periods, stylistic practices in compositions and concerts, and reflections of and impacts on the cultural and social issues of their time.
MUSI 120 Voice Class I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 18ab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course introduces principles and techniques of singing, musicianship and song repertoire. Attendance at selected musical events at El Camino College Center for the Arts is required.
MUSI 130 Beginning Jazz Improvisation
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSI 101 or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 30ab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a study of the basic techniques of jazz improvisation. Emphasis is placed on the study and application of scales, chords, patterns, and "licks" used by musicians to create improvisations on tonal, modal, and blues-based songs. Except for keyboards, amplifiers and drums, students must provide their own instruments for classroom performances.
MUSI 131A Beginning Piano I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 31A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed for the beginning piano student. It introduces music notation and its application to playing piano music and proceeds through pieces and exercises of advancing difficulty for the elementary player. Concepts and techniques of musicianship and music theory are emphasized.
MUSI 131B Beginning Piano II
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 131A with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 31B
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a continuation of MUSI 131A (Beginning Piano I) using increasingly complex materials. Students will attend selected musical events at the El Camino College Center for the Arts.
MUSI 143 Beginning Woodwind Instruments
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 43abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the beginning musician introduces basic skills and techniques for playing a woodwind instrument. Students select from flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, or bassoon. Music reading, tone production, breath control, technique, musicianship, and instrument care are emphasized. Students must provide their own instruments.
MUSI 144 Beginning Brass Instruments
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 44abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the beginning musician introduces basic skills and techniques for playing a brass instrument. Students select from trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, or tuba. Music reading, tone production, breath control, technique, musicianship, and instrument care are emphasized. Students must provide their own instruments.
MUSI 145 Beginning Percussion Instruments
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 45abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the beginning musician introduces basic skills and techniques for playing snare drum and drum set. Music reading, drum rudiments, percussion techniques, and musicianship are emphasized. Students must provide their own sticks and practice pad.
MUSI 146 Beginning String Instruments
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 46abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the beginning musician introduces basic skills and techniques for playing a string instrument. Students select from violin, viola, cello, and string bass. Music reading, tone production, technique, musicianship, and instrument care are emphasized. Students must provide their own instruments.
MUSI 147A Beginning Guitar
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Formerly
- Music 47ab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course will focus on fundamental aspects of holding, tuning, and basic performance techniques for pickstyle guitar. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of music including reading notation and basic music theory. Students will examine melodies, strumming patterns, and chord playing through the use of both traditional and contemporary popular music repertoire.
MUSI 147B Beginning Guitar II
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Advisory
- Music 147A with a grade C or better
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a continuation of Beginning Guitar I. Course content includes extended chord vocabulary, various music notation reading, and study of traditional and popular music repertoire using open chords, power chords, and melodies. Students considering taking this class should already know basic open chords and basic strum patterns.
MUSI 151abcd Mixed Chorus
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 51abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
In this course, the basic principles of choral technique are introduced through the performance of literature from a variety of style periods. Some of the styles include Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Gospel and Jazz. Student performances are held on and off campus each semester.
MUSI 152abcd Concert Choir
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 52abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This is a non-audition ensemble designed for the study and performance of choral works of various styles. Emphasis is placed on development of the voice in relationship to choral singing and the continuous growth of musicianship appropriate to choral literature. The ensemble will perform in concert at the conclusion of each semester.
MUSI 180 Fundamentals of Electronic Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Formerly
- Music 80abc
- Transfers to
- CSU
This introductory course examines the terminology, equipment, techniques, and concepts related to technology used in the field of music. The course will survey the principles and practices of sound, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), synthesis, notation, and audio recording utilizing hardware and software platforms used by professional musicians and college-level music students.
MUSI 181A Introduction to Electronic Music Studio
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Formerly
- Music 81A
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students are introduced to audio recording, live sound reinforcement, signal processors, microphones, reference monitors, room acoustics, Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI), computers, music synthesis, and software applications. Emphasis is placed on the technical and creative utilization of audio equipment in conjunction with the production of audio recordings and live sound reinforcement.
MUSI 181B Electronic Music Studio
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 2 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Music 181A with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 81B
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course is a continuation of Music 181A. It further explores the use of audio recording processes, synthesizers, computer hardware and software, and recording equipment.
MUSI 182 Digital Audio Recording for Commercial Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 181A with a minimum grade of C
- Formerly
- Music 82abc
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides instruction on the functions and operations of digital music audio recording software such as Pro Tools. Emphasis is placed on recording, editing, and mixing digital audio in both Macintosh and PC computer environments.
MUSI 190A Applied Music I/Individual Lessons
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Corequisite
- Large Ensemble Participation in any of the following courses: Music 265 Symphonic Band Music 266 Studio Jazz Band Music 267 Concert Jazz Band Music 268 Symphony Orchestra Music 269 Guitar Ensemble Music 151 Mixed Chorus Music 152 Concert Choir Music 253 Chorale Music 257 Women's Choir Music 258 Vocal Jazz Ensemble
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course, by audition only, provides an introduction to music performance for students serious about pursuing music. Students will develop their techniques and skills in music performance through individual weekly lessons, class performances, and structured practice on campus. Attendance is required at selected musical events offered by the El Camino College Center for the Arts and in the community.
MUSI 190B Applied Music II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Prerequisite
- Music 101 or concurrent enrollment AND Music 190A
- Corequisite
- Large Ensemble Participation in any of the following courses: Music 265 Symphonic Band Music 266 Studio Jazz Band Music 267 Concert Jazz Band Music 268 Symphony Orchestra Music 269 Guitar Ensemble Music 151 Mixed Chorus Music 152 Concert Choir Music 253 Chorale Music 257 Women's Choir Music 258 Vocal Jazz Ensemble
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the music major is a recital workshop, which includes an individual weekly lesson. Emphasis is placed on developing technique and musicianship through class performances and structured practice on campus. Attendance is required at selected musical events offered by the El Camino College Center for the Arts and in the community.
MUSI 190C Applied Music III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 103A or concurrent enrollment and MUSI 190B
- Corequisite
- Large Ensemble Participation in any of the following courses: Music 265 Symphonic Band Music 266 Studio Jazz Band Music 267 Concert Jazz Band Music 268 Symphony Orchestra Music 269 Guitar Ensemble Music 151 Mixed Chorus Music 152 Concert Choir Music 253 Chorale Music 257 Women's Choir Music 258 Vocal Jazz Ensemble
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the continuing music major is a recital workshop emphasizing performance techniques and the development of intermediate level repertoire. Emphasis is placed on developing musicianship through class performances, structured practice on campus, and individual lessons. Attendance is required at selected musical events offered by the El Camino College Center for the Arts and in the community.
MUSI 190D Applied Music IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 103B or concurrent enrollment and MUSI 190C and MUSI 215A or concurrent enrollment or MUSI 215B or concurrent enrollment
- Corequisite
- Large Ensemble Participation in any of the following courses: Music 265 Symphonic Band Music 266 Studio Jazz Band Music 267 Concert Jazz Band Music 268 Symphony Orchestra Music 269 Guitar Ensemble Music 151 Mixed Chorus Music 152 Concert Choir Music 253 Chorale Music 257 Women's Choir Music 258 Vocal Jazz Ensemble
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course for the continuing music major is a recital workshop emphasizing performance techniques, historical performance practices, and the development of advanced level repertoire. Students will develop musicianship through class performances, structured practice on campus, and individual lessons. Attendance is required at selected musical events offered by the El Camino College Center for the Arts and in the community.
MUSI 203 Theory and Musicianship III
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 4 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 103B with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Advisory
- MUSI 215A or MUSI 215B
- Formerly
- Music 3C
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a continuation of MUSI 103B and further expands the study of tonal music by enlarging the harmonic vocabulary to include the remaining chromatic chords (borrowed chords/mode mixture, the Neapolitan sixth chord, augmented sixth chords, and the common-tone diminished seventh chord). Small forms will be reviewed as a precursor to sonata form, and students will study enharmonic modulation, modes, instrumental transposition, and orchestral score reading. Appropriate exercises in sight singing and dictation will accompany written work.
MUSI 215A Music History and Literature Up to 1750
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English C1000 or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 15A
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on the major stylistic periods of music up to 1750. The evolution of Western art music from the time of ancient Greece and Rome until the end of the Baroque era will be presented in context with contemporaneous social, political, and artistic movements and events.
MUSI 215B Music History and Literature - 1750 to Present
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for English C1000 or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 15B
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on the major stylistic periods of music from 1750 to 2000. The evolution of Western art music from the end of the Baroque era until the end of the 20th Century will be presented in context with contemporaneous social, political, and artistic movements and events.
MUSI 220 Voice Class II
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 120 with a minimum grade of C
- Formerly
- Music 19abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course continues the development of vocal technique, musicianship, style and interpretation, with increased emphasis on repertoire development. Attendance at selected musical events offered by the El Camino College Center for the Arts is required.
MUSI 221 Introduction to Lyric Diction for Singers
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 120 with a minimum grade of C
- Advisory
- MUSI 220
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed for the study of diction and vocal production techniques as they apply specifically to the singer. English, Italian, Spanish, French, and German will be studied using phonetic diction, in preparation for the accurate vocal performance of these languages.
MUSI 222abcd Opera Workshop
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture, 3 hours lab
- Formerly
- Music 222
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course develops vocal, musical, and dramatic skills through the research, rehearsal, and performance of selected works and scenes from the standard operatic literature.
MUSI 231A Intermediate Piano I
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 131B with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 31C
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course continues the development of musical, technical and functional skills using selected intermediate repertoire representative of the stylistic periods. Attendance at specified musical events at the El Camino College Center for the Arts is required.
MUSI 231B Intermediate Piano II
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 231A with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 31D
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course continues the development of musical, technical and functional skills using selected intermediate and intermediate/advanced repertoire representative of the style periods, the Baroque, Classic, Romantic and Contemporary. Attendance at specified musical events at the El Camino College Center for the Arts and in the community is required.
MUSI 232 Advanced Piano
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSI 231B with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 32abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course continues the development of musical, technical and functional skills using selected advanced repertoire representative of the style periods, the Baroque, Classic, Romantic, and Contemporary. Attendance at specified musical events at El Camino College Center for the Arts is required.
MUSI 247 Intermediate Guitar
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 1 hour lab
- Advisory
- Music 147A with a minimum grade of C or equivalent
- Formerly
- Music 48abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is designed to explore guitar playing with a more focused approach. Students will be introduced to more advanced melody reading, moveable chord and scale types, advanced rhythm and strumming patterns, and fingerstyle (classical) guitar.
MUSI 253abcd Chorale
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture/4 hours lab
- Advisory
- previous choral experience
- Formerly
- Music 53abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an opportunity to participate in a small (30 voice) chamber choral ensemble. Choral literature of all styles will be performed including folk songs and show tunes. Singers in this ensemble will perform on campus and in the community as well as on concert tours.
MUSI 257abcd Women's Chorus
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 57abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides an opportunity to participate in a women's choral ensemble. Choral literature of all styles composed or arranged for women's voices will be performed. Singers in this ensemble will perform at the conclusion of each semester.
MUSI 258abcd Vocal Jazz Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course focuses on the rehearsal and performance of traditional and contemporary vocal jazz repertoire, accompanied by a small instrumental ensemble. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, ensemble singing, improvisation, performance technique and musicianship. Performances include on-campus concerts, festivals and at local jazz venues.
MUSI 259abcd Music Production Workshop
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Advisory
- the ability to dance and act
- Formerly
- Music 20abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course provides experience in a musical theatre production as a member of the chorus or as a soloist. Students will participate in the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF) competition.
MUSI 260abcd Woodwind Ensembles
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 0.5 hour lecture/1.5 hours lab
- Formerly
- Music 60abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
These ensembles rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of woodwinds in choirs of like instruments (all flutes, or clarinets, or saxophones) and mixed instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets, and larger ensembles, and may be combined with non-woodwind instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 261abcd Brass Ensembles
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 0.5 hour lecture/1.5 hours lab
- Formerly
- Music 61abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
These ensembles rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of brass instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets and larger ensembles, and may be combined with non-brass instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 262abcd Percussion Ensembles
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 0.5 hour lecture/1.5 hours lab
- Advisory
- Previous band or ensemble experience or ability to perform music of moderate difficulty on percussion instruments.
- Formerly
- Music 62abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
These ensembles rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of melody and/or rhythm percussion instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets and larger ensembles, and may be combined with wind or string instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 264abcd String Ensembles
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 0.5 lecture hour, 1.5 lab hours
- Formerly
- Music 63abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
These ensembles rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of string instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets, and larger ensembles, and may be combined with non-string instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 265abcd Symphonic Band
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 64abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This ensemble studies and performs compositions of moderate difficulty from the standard wind band repertoire. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, playing techniques, and musicianship. Concerts are performed on and off campus.
MUSI 266abcd Studio Jazz Band
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 67abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This intermediate ensemble rehearses and performs commercial big band music from the swing era. The literature includes works by composers such as Ellington, Basie, and Kenton, as well as opportunities for vocal jazz soloists. Emphasis is placed on section development, extended solos, and improvisation. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 267abcd Concert Jazz Band
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 68abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This advanced ensemble rehearses and performs a variety of music from the swing era to contemporary jazz written for the large standard jazz band instrumentation. Emphasis is placed on section development, improvisation, extended solos, and literature that is original and of increasing difficulty. Performances include campus concerts, as well as at local schools and in jazz festivals.
MUSI 268abcd Symphony Orchestra
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Formerly
- Music 70abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This ensemble rehearses and performs classics from the standard symphony orchestra repertoire. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, playing techniques, and musicianship. Literature includes works for string and full orchestras, as well as solo and choral accompanying. Concerts are performed on and off campus.
MUSI 269abcd Guitar Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Advisory
- Music 147A AND Music 147B
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Guitar ensemble is designed for guitarists who read standard musical notation in addition to basic chords. This class will include the rehearsal and performance of guitar ensemble literature from the Renaissance to the present, including music of the Baroque, Classical and Romantic eras, as well as Jazz and Rock styles.
MUSI 284 Commercial Music Business Studies
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- ENGL 1 or eligibility for ENGL 1A (now ENGL C1000) or qualification by appropriate assessment
- Formerly
- Music 84
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students will examine the major components of the music industry. Topics will include publishing, copyrights, and recording/production contracts. Students will analyze industry trends, develop a comprehensive business plan, and explore job opportunities within the industry.
MUSI 285 Songwriting for Commercial Music
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSI 101
- Formerly
- Music 85ab
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students will develop and improve their ability to write songs, lyrics, and melodies through analysis and application of techniques used by professional songwriters. Students will be introduced to contemporary music technology and an overview of the music business as they pertain to songwriting.
MUSI 290 Intermediate Applied Music/Individual Lessons
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged
- Prerequisite
- Music 190D and Music 203 and Music 215A or Music 215B or Concurrent Enrollment
- Formerly
- Music 90abcd
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
This course is a recital workshop to enhance performance skills and develop a career plan for the continuing, advanced applied music student. Instruction includes individual weekly private lessons in addition to classroom activities. The student is required to enroll and participate in a large performing ensemble at El Camino College and to attend selected musical events offered by the El Camino College Center for the Arts and in the community. Selected students may be chosen to perform in a public recital and occasional master classes.
MUSI 555 Community Choir for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged (maximum of 72 hours per semester)
This ensemble for the older adult rehearses and performs traditional and contemporary compositions from the standard choral literature. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, choral techniques, and musicianship. Performances are combined with the College Community Choir and are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 560 Woodwind Ensembles for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture per week to be arranged (maximum of 36 hours per semester)
These ensembles for the older adult rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of woodwinds in choirs of like instruments (all flutes or clarinets or saxophones) and mixed instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets, and larger ensembles and may be combined with non-woodwind instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, instrumental techniques, and musicianship. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 561 Brass Ensembles for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture per week to be arranged (maximum of 36 hours per semester)
These ensembles for the older adult rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of brass instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets, and larger ensembles and may be combined with non-brass instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, instrumental techniques, and musicianship. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 562 Percussion Ensembles for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture per week to be arranged (maximum of 36 hours per semester)
These ensembles for the older adult rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of melody and/or rhythm percussion instruments. The ensembles include quartets, quintets, sextets, and larger ensembles and may be combined with wind or string instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Emphasis is placed on instrumental techniques, improvisation, and musicianship. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 564 String Ensembles for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture
- Formerly
- Music 563
These ensembles for the older adult rehearse and perform literature written for combinations of string instruments. The ensembles include trios, quartets, quintets, and larger ensembles, and may be combined with non-string instruments to complete the instrumentation appropriate to the selected literature. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, instrumental techniques, and musicianship. Performances are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 565 Community Band for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged (maximum of 72 hours per semester)
This ensemble for the older adult rehearses and performs traditional and contemporary compositions from the standard wind band literature. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, instrumental techniques, and musicianship. Performances are combined with the College Community Band and are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 567 Jazz Band for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged (maximum of 72 hours per semester)
This ensemble for the older adult rehearses and performs traditional and contemporary jazz compositions. The literature includes works by composers such as Basie, Ellington, and Nestico, as well as opportunities for vocal jazz soloists. Emphasis is placed on section development, extended solos, and improvisation. Performances are combined with the Jazz Band or Big Band Jazz and are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 570 Orchestra for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 4 hours lab per week to be arranged (maximum of 72 hours per semester)
This ensemble for the older adult rehearses and performs classics from the standard symphony orchestra literature including works for string and full ensembles. Emphasis is placed on stylistic and historical performance practices, instrumental techniques, and musicianship. Performances are combined with the Symphony Orchestra and are held on campus and in the community.
MUSI 632 Advanced Piano for the Older Adult
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture/1 hour lab
This course continues the development of musical, technical and functional skills using selected advanced repertoire representative of the style periods, the Baroque, Classic, Romantic and Contemporary. Attendance at specified musical events at El Camino College Center for the Arts is required. This noncredit piano course is designed for older adults. The content of MUSI 632, a noncredit course, is identical to the content of MUSI 232, a credit course. MUSI 632 shall be offered with MUSI 232 as a dual roster course.