Music
74 courses · Laney College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
MUSIC 10 Music Appreciation
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Survey designed to enhance the enjoyment of music with emphasis on listening: Historical overview of the development of musical form through the centuries.
MUSIC 15A Jazz, Blues and Popular Music in the American Culture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Historical critical analysis of unique American music: Environments from which its many forms have emerged and its role in social history; development of blues, folk, jazz, rock, and other popular music forms in the twentieth century.
MUSIC 15B Jazz, Blues, and Popular Music in the American Culture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Study of contemporary music scene with in-depth investigation of trends in artistic expression: Music as a revolutionary force, the role of the music industry, analysis of performances and interviews.
MUSIC 32 Chinese Orchestra
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Introduction to theory, practice, and historical background of Chinese music: Study and performance of Chinese orchestral instruments leading to public performance.
MUSIC 49 Independent Study in Music
- Units
- .5-5
- Hours
- .5 - 5 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
In-depth exploration of an area or problem of the student's choice not covered by regular catalog offerings in Music. Student must obtain approval from an appropriate faculty member. For more details, see the section on independent study in the college catalog.
MUSIC 51A Music History I: Antiquity to 1750
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 105
Survey of music history and literature from antiquity to 1750: Cultural, intellectual and social influences, in-depth examination of the development of Western European music through analysis and synthesizing of historical details and stylistic elements of the musical trends of the era.
MUSIC 51B Music History II: 1750 to Present
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 106
Survey of music history and literature from 1750 to the present: Cultural, intellectual and social influences, examination of the development of Western European music through analysis and synthesizing of historical details and stylistic elements of the musical trends of the era.
MUSIC 52A Orchestra
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Study and performance of orchestral music: Selections from standard works from the Western Classical repertoire and modern pieces leading to public performance.
MUSIC 53A Music of Latin America and the Caribbean
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Survey of music from Latin America and the Caribbean: History, cultures, forms, and evolving styles; contribution of Latin American and Caribbean music to the rest of the world.
MUSIC 53B Music of China
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Survey of music from China: History, cultures, forms, and evolving styles; contribution of Chinese music to the rest of the world.
MUSIC 54 Chinese Small Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Study and performance of Chinese music for small ensemble: Interpretation, ensemble technique, and traditions of China and the Chinese Diaspora.
MUSIC 100 Music Fundamentals and Culture
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 110
Introduction to the notation and primary elements of tonal music of music from history and global culture: Example from music literature will demonstrate staff notation in treble and bass clefs, rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; and diatonic chords. Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. History and social context of the above concepts will be discussed.
MUSIC 101 Music Theory and Culture I
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- Recommended concurrent enrollment in Music Skills I (MUSIC 121) and one of the following: Elementary Piano (MUSIC 130), Intermediate Piano Literature (MUSIC 134) or Jazz Piano (MUSIC 148).
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 120
Composition and analysis of music from history and world music cultures: Analysis, history and cultural significance of rhythm and meter as exemplified in music literature and music of oral tradition; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and phrase structure; dominant seventh; figured bass symbols; and non-harmonic tones. History of notation and practice will be discussed as students develop skills in handwritten notation.
MUSIC 102 Music Theory and Culture II
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- MUSIC 101 and MUSIC 121, Recommended concurrent enrollment in Music Skills II (MUSIC 122) and one of the following: Elementary Piano (MUSIC 130), Intermediate Piano Literature (MUSIC 134) or Jazz Piano (MUSIC 148).
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 130
Continuation of MUSIC 101: Composition and analysis of music from history and world music cultures; Introduction to two-part counterpoint; voice leading involving four-part chorale writing; diatonic harmony; and an introduction to secondary/applied chords and modulation. History of notation and practice will be discussed as students develop skills in handwritten notation.
MUSIC 103 Music Theory and Culture III
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- MUSIC 102 and MUSIC 122.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 140
Continuation of MUSIC 102: Composition and analysis of music from history and world music cultures; chromatic harmony; secondary/applied chords; modulation; borrowed chords; introduction to Neapolitan and augmented-sixth chords. History of notation and practice will be discussed as students develop skills in handwritten notation.
MUSIC 104 Music Theory and Culture IV
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- MUSIC 103 and MUSIC 123, Recommended concurrent enrollment in Music Skills IV (MUSIC 124) and one of the following: Elementary Piano (MUSIC 130), Intermediate Piano Literature (MUSIC 134) or Jazz Piano (MUSIC 148).
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 150
Continuation of MUSIC 103: Composition and analysis of music from history and world music cultures; Post-Romantic techniques borrowed chords and modal mixture, chromatic mediants, Neapolitan and augmented-sixth chords, 9th, 11th and 13th chords, altered chords and dominants; and 20th century techniques such as: Impressionism, tone rows, set theory, pandiatonicism and polytonalism, meter and rhythm; history of notation and practice will be discussed as students develop skills in handwritten notation.
MUSIC 105 Classic Guitar I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: Orchestra 030A, Chinese Orchestra 032, Chorus 125, Jazz Orchestra 126, Jazz Combos 127, or Pop Music Ensemble 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: Theory I 101, Theory II 102, Theory III 103, Theory IV 104, Music Skills I 121, Skills II 122, Skills III 123, or Skills IV 124 .
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of acoustical guitar: Classical finger style techniques, reading music, basic chord symbols, strums, and simple song accompaniments; emphasis on the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 106 Classic Guitar II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 105 , Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of acoustical guitar: Classical finger style techniques, reading music, basic chord symbols, strums, and simple song accompaniments; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 107 Classic Guitar III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 106, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of acoustical guitar: Classical finger style techniques, reading music, basic chord symbols, strums, and simple song accompaniments; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 108 Classic Guitar IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 107, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of acoustical guitar: Classical fingerstyle techniques, reading music, basic chord symbols, strums, and simple song accompaniments; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 113 Beginning Percussion I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: Orchestra 030A, Chinese Orchestra 032, Chorus 125, Jazz Orchestra 126, Jazz Combos 127, or Pop Music Ensemble 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: Theory I 101, Theory II 102, Theory III 103, Theory IV 104, Music Skills I 121, Skills II 122, Skills III 123, or Skills IV 124 .
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of percussion techniques and theory: Rhythmic notation, fundamentals of snare performance, fundamentals of 3-line notational instruments, introduction to keyboard-percussion instruments, introduction to world percussion instruments, introduction to orchestral percussion; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 114 Beginning Percussion II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: Orchestra 030A, Chinese Orchestra 032, Chorus 125, Jazz Orchestra 126, Jazz Combos 127, or Pop Music Ensemble 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: Theory I 101, Theory II 102, Theory III 103, Theory IV 104, Music Skills I 121, Skills II 122, Skills III 123, or Skills IV 124 .
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level II percussion techniques and theory: basic hand technique, foot technique, reading percussion notation, improvisation, and introduction to World Music drumming styles.; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 115 Beginning Percussion III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 114, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: Orchestra 030A, Chinese Orchestra 032, Chorus 125, Jazz Orchestra 126, Jazz Combos 127, or Pop Music Ensemble 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: Theory I 101, Theory II 102, Theory III 103, Theory IV 104, Music Skills I 121, Skills II 122, Skills III 123, or Skills IV 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level III percussion techniques and theory: advanced level solos for snare drum, and keyboard-mallet percussion instruments, advanced meter precision and rhythmic skills, advanced techniques for performing hand percussion instruments, rhythmic accompanying; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 116 Beginning Percussion IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 115, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: Orchestra 030A, Chinese Orchestra 032, Chorus 125, Jazz Orchestra 126, Jazz Combos 127, or Pop Music Ensemble 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: Theory I 101, Theory II 102, Theory III 103, Theory IV 104, Music Skills I 121, Skills II 122, Skills III 123, or Skills IV 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level IV percussion techniques and theory: odd meters, Brazilian, Cuban, Caribbean, brush technique; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 117 Voice I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: Orchestra 030A, Chinese Orchestra 032, Chorus 125, Jazz Orchestra 126, Jazz Combos 127, or Pop Music Ensemble 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: Theory I 101, Theory II 102, Theory III 103, Theory IV 104, Music Skills I 121, Skills II 122, Skills III 123, or Skills IV 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of beginning vocal techniques and theory: Posture, breathing, phonation, resonance, and preparation of lyrics; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 118 Voice II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 117, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level II vocal techniques and theory: Postures other than standing, vowel color, vocal range, intonation, and changes of register; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 119 Voice III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 118 , Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of level III beginning vocal techniques and theory: Anatomy of registers and pitch, consonants, pharyngeal adjustment, vibrato, and special registers in women and men; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 120 Voice IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 119, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of level IV vocal techniques and theory: Vocal initiation and glottal tension, vowel placement, preparing songs in German or French, voice classification, and ensemble singing; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 121 Music Skills I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Instructor's Approval or MUSIC 100 and MUSIC 101 and MUSIC 102 and MUSIC 103 and
- Corequisite
- MUSIC 100 and MUSIC 101 and MUSIC 102 and MUSIC 103 and
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 125
Application and development of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory I: Ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 122 Music Skills II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Instructor's Approval, MUSIC 121 or
- Advisory
- MUSIC 101.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 135
Continuation of MUSIC 121: Application and development of rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory II; ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 123 Music Skills III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- Instructor's Approval, MUSIC 122 or
- Corequisite
- MUSIC 103 or
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 145
Continuation of MUSIC 122: Application and development of the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory III; ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 124 Music Skills IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Prerequisite
- MUSIC 123 or Instructor's Approval.
- Corequisite
- MUSIC 104 or Instructor's Approval.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 155
Continuation of MUSIC 123: Application and development the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory IV; ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation.
MUSIC 125 Chorus
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Study and interpretation of a wide variety of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature: Participation in public choral performance.
MUSIC 126 Jazz Orchestra
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Study and performance of Jazz Orchestra literature. Participation in public performance required.
MUSIC 127 Jazz Combos
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Study and performance of Jazz literature and arrangements: Designed for jazz-oriented instrumentalists interested in performing in small jazz ensembles.
MUSIC 128 Choral Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Intermediate level chorus: Study and interpretation of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature.
MUSIC 129 Jazz Orchestra Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Performance in and management of the Jazz Orchestra for the advanced instrumental student: Study and analysis of advanced repertoire, conducting and rehearsal techniques, literature selection, and organizing public performances.
MUSIC 130 Elementary Piano Method I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of beginning piano techniques and theory: Five-finger technique in C Major and D Minor, elementary rhythm, legato, staccato, coordination of both hands, beginning theory related to keyboard music, progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 131 Elementary Piano Method II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 130.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level II beginning piano techniques and theory: Five-finger technique in G Major, F Major and E Minor extending to a sixth, finger crossing and chord playing, use of damper pedal, meters with half note and eighth note beats, beginning theory related to level II keyboard music, progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 132 Elementary Piano Method III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 131.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level III beginning piano techniques and theory: Scale playing and performance in C, G, F and D Major, level III finger technique including intervals of the seventh and octave, techniques for changing positions, recognition and performance of primary triads and seventh chords, progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 133 Elementary Piano Method IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 132.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level IV beginning piano techniques and theory: Scale-playing, reading of notation, and performance in Bb and A Major; A, E, B, D, and G Minor; introduction to chromaticism, diminished, and augmented triads; reading and performance of rhythms including sixteenth notes and triplets; Music History relating to keyboard music; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 134 Intermediate Piano Literature I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 133.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of intermediate piano literature, techniques, and theory: All major scales, keyboard history of Renaissance and Baroque Eras; level I intermediate rhythms, including syncopation, simple and compound meters, sixteenth notes, and triplets; playing duets; progressive development of skills needed for performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 135 Intermediate Piano Literature II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 134.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level II piano literature, techniques, and theory: All harmonic minor scales, keyboard history pertaining to the Classical Era; triad inversions, and seventh chords; cadences and basic chord progressions; duets; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 136 Intermediate Piano Literature III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 135.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level III piano literature, techniques, and theory: All melodic minor scales, keyboard history pertaining to the Romantic Era; ornamentation; interpretation and execution of tuplets, duets; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 137 Intermediate Piano Literature IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 136.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level IV piano literature, techniques, and theory: Chromatic, octatonic, and whole-tone scales; Twentieth Century piano literature; piano voicing; interpretation and execution odd and changing meter, duets; progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 138 Jazz Piano I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 130 or MUSIC 134, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level I jazz piano literature, techniques, and theory: Overview of jazz piano styles, beginning approaches to comping, major 7, dominant 7, and minor 7 chords as well as 3-note voicings, introduction to improvisation-the blues scale, class performances. Progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 139 Jazz Piano II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 138, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level II jazz piano literature, techniques, and theory: Mixolydian and dorian scales, overview of jazz piano styles from 1925 to 1940, intermediate comping, basic jazz theory including 9th chords and 4-note voicings, improvisation on simple chord progressions; class performances. Progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 140 Jazz Piano III
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 139, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level III jazz piano literature, techniques, and theory: Phrygian dominant scales, overview of jazz piano styles from 1940 to 1960, advanced approaches to comping, jazz theory including minor ii-V-I’s, improvisation on standard jazz songs, class performances.; pProgressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 141 Jazz Piano IV
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 140, Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
Individualized study of level IV jazz piano literature, techniques, and theory: all altered and Lydian dominant scales; Jazz piano styles from 1960 to the present; advanced approaches to comping-group interaction, melodic minor harmony; two-hand voicing’s, improvisation on standard jazz songs, class performances.; pProgressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 142 Instrumental Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Study of instrumental ensemble literature: Ensemble playing devoted to the performance of small chamber works for brass, percussion, strings, and woodwind instruments.
MUSIC 144 Intermediate Jazz Combos
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Study and performance of Intermediate Jazz literature and arrangements: Designed for jazz-oriented instrumentalists interested in performing in small jazz ensembles.
MUSIC 145 Advanced Jazz Combos
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Advanced study and performance of Jazz literature and arrangements: Designed for jazz-oriented instrumentalists interested in performing in small jazz ensembles.
MUSIC 146 Advanced Choral Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 180
Advanced level study and interpretation of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature.
MUSIC 150 Applied Music
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- Concurrent participation in at least one of the following ensembles: 030A, 032, 125, 126, 127, or 151; and enrollment in at least one of the following major preparation courses: 101, 102, 103, 104, 121, 122, 123, or 124.
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 160
Individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied: Progressive development of skills needed for solo performance; achievement evaluated through a juried performance.
MUSIC 151 Pop Music Ensemble
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- MUS 185
Study and performance of commercial music and arrangements: Designed for singers and instrumentalists interested in performing pop music in a band.
MUSIC 225A Introduction to Choral Performance and Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Introduction to study and interpretation of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature: Participation in public performance required.
MUSIC 225B Beginning Level Choral Performance and Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Beginning level study and interpretation of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature: Participation in public performance required.
MUSIC 225C Intermediate Choral Performance and Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Intermediate level study and interpretation of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature: Participation in public performance required.
MUSIC 225D Advanced Choral Performance and Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Advanced level study and interpretation of accompanied and unaccompanied choral literature: Participation in public performance required.
MUSIC 226 Jazz Orchestra Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Performance in and management of the Jazz Orchestra for the advanced instrumental student: Conducting and rehearsal techniques, literature, selection and organizing public performances.
MUSIC 232A Chinese Orchestra - Introduction
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Introduction to theory, practice, and historical background of Chinese music: Study and performance of Chinese orchestral instruments leading to public performance.
MUSIC 232B Chinese Orchestra - Beginning
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Continuation of MUSIC 232A: Beginning theory, practice, and historical background of Chinese music; study and performance of Chinese orchestral instruments leading to public performance.
MUSIC 232C Chinese Orchestra - Intermediate
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Continuation of MUSIC 232B: Intermediate theory, practice, and historical background of Chinese music; study and performance of Chinese orchestral instruments leading to public performance.
MUSIC 232D Chinese Orchestra - Advanced
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Continuation of MUSIC 232C: Advanced theory, practice, and historical background of Chinese music; study and performance of Chinese orchestral instruments leading to public performance.
MUSIC 233A Introduction to Technique and Solo Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
Introduction to technique and performance issues of solo repertoire: Exploration of technical considerations related to solo repertoire, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 233B Beginning Technique and Solo Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 233A.
Continuation of MUSIC 233A: Exploration of technical considerations related to solo repertoire at a beginning level, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 233C Intermediate Technique and Solo Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 233B.
Continuation of MUSIC 233B: Exploration of technical considerations related to solo repertoire at an intermediate level, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 233D Advanced Technique and Solo Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 3 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 233C.
Continuation of MUSIC 233C: Exploration of technical considerations related to repertoire at an advanced level, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 234A Introduction to Technique and Ensemble Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
Introduction to technique and performance issues of ensemble repertoire: Exploration of technical considerations related to ensemble repertoire, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 234B Beginning Technique and Ensemble Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 234A.
Continuation of MUSIC 234A: Exploration of technical considerations related to beginning level ensemble repertoire, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 234C Intermediate Technique and Ensemble Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 234B.
Continuation of MUSIC 234B: Exploration of technical considerations related to intermediate ensemble repertoire, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 234D Advanced Technique and Ensemble Repertoire
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 4 hours lab
- Advisory
- MUSIC 234C.
Continuation of MUSIC 234C: Exploration of technical considerations related to advanced ensemble repertoire, as assigned by the instructor.
MUSIC 502 Support for Music Theory
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 52.50 hours lecture
Continuing study of music theory: Composition and analysis of music, rhythm and meter, intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and phrase structure; dominant seventh; figured bass symbols; and non-harmonic tones.
MUSIC 521 Support for Music Skills
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 70.00 hours lab
Continuing Study of Music Skills: Solfege, Dictation, and Ear Training.