MUSIC TECHNOLOGY/INTRODUCTORY SONGWRITING AND ARRANGING

Certificate of Achievement Music · Rio Hondo College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Description

This certificate of achievement prepares students for entry-level work in the music industry and introduces them to the process of songwriting and arranging. This course of study is designed for students who want to learn chord structure, form, rhythm, melody, harmony, and lyrics in a variety of contemporary and traditional styles. Students also record song demos and create lead sheets.

To acquire the Certificate of Achievement in Introductory Songwriting and Arranging, it is necessary to complete the following courses:

CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses18
MUST 101Introduction to Music Technology3
MUST 105Introduction to the Music Business3
MUST 115Songwriting and Arranging I3
MUS 103Music Theory I3
MUS 104Music Theory II3
MUS 106Musicianship I1
MUS 107Musicianship II1
MUS 145Piano I1
Total18

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