Music

The Associate in Arts Degree in Music for Transfer (AA-T MUSIC) is designed to prepare students for a seamless transfer with junior status and priority admission to their CSU campus to a program or major in Music or similar major for completion of a baccalaureate degree.

Students are required to complete:

Completion of 60 semester units or 90 quarter units that are eligible for transfer to the California State University, including both of the following:

(A) Cal-GETC Breadth Requirements.

(B) A minimum of 18 semester units or 27 quarter units in a major or area of emphasis, as determined by the community college district.

Obtainment of a minimum grade point average of 2.0. Students must earn a C (or "P") or better in all courses required for the major or area of emphasis.

No more than 60 semester units are required.

The Associate in Arts Degree in Music for Transfer (AA-T MUSIC) will also assist Music major students to transfer to a U.C. or other baccalaureate institutions. Students are advised to consult with a counselor to verify transfer requirements.

Career Opportunities

Academic and Performing Careers in Music and Music Related Fields such as: Arts Administration, Music Journalism, Recording Industry, Musical Instrument Sales and Repair, Private Instruction etc.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

1. Synthesize knowledge of performance skills, theory, and music history into an informed performance of music.
2. Demonstrate competency in aural skills.
3. Analyze musical examples for their formal and harmonic structure.