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  • 2.00 Credits

    1 unit 2 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of four semesters of MUS 162. A course designed to rehearse and perform more advanced clarinet choir repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the clarinet choir prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course offers an opportunity for all advanced clarinet players in the AVC community to perform literature in a more intimate setting than one of the larger ensembles and receive like instrument instruction. (CSU, AVC) (R3)
  • 2.00 Credits

    1 unit 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. A course designed to rehearse and perform flute choir repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the flute choir prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course offers an opportunity for all advanced flute players in the AVC community to perform literature in a more intimate setting than one of the larger ensembles and receive like instrument instruction. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
  • 2.00 Credits

    1 unit 2 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of four semesters of MUS 170. A course designed to rehearse and perform more advanced flute choir repertoire, chosen by the instructor and changing every semester. Historical and sociological context of the music being studied as well as correct performance of notes and rhythms will be explained in each rehearsal. Each semester, the flute choir prepares music for public performance. Students take part in weekly rehearsals in which they learn how their own parts relate to other harmonies and rhythms occurring simultaneously. The instructor paces each rehearsal such that the performance at the end of the semester is of as high an artistic and technical standard as possible. This course offers an opportunity for all advanced flute players in the AVC community to perform literature in a more intimate setting than one of the larger ensembles and receive like instrument instruction. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
  • 2.00 Credits

    2 units 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition and concurrent enrollment in MUS 183. This course prepares music for public performance, often with the Master Chorale Orchestra. Students study and perform choral masterworks from the European tradition of the last five centuries, American folk music and spiritual selections. In addition to receiving ensemble performance experience and training in vocal technique, students gain a practical understanding of the diversity of musical styles. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
  • 1.50 Credits

    5 unit 1.5 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition and concurrent enrollment in MUS 181. This course prepares music for public performance, often with the Master Chorale Orchestra. Students study and perform choral masterworks from the European tradition of the last five centuries, American folk music and spiritual selections. In addition to receiving ensemble performance experience and training in vocal technique, students gain a practical understanding of the diversity of musical styles. The laboratory section focuses upon specific musical parts in multiple-part music. (CSU, UC, AVC) (R3)
  • 3.00 Credits

    2 units 3 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. Concert Choir performs madrigals and other music written for small ensemble. Students study and perform choral music, including masterworks from the European tradition of the last five centuries, American music, and music from other folk traditions. In addition to receiving ensemble performance experience and training in vocal technique, students gain a practical understanding of the diversity of musical styles. Students are required to obtain approved performance attire for public performances. (CSU, UC, AVC) (R3)
  • 3.00 Credits

    2 units 3 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. The Gospel Choir prepares music for public performance. Students study and perform choral masterworks, primarily from the African American traditions of the last three centuries. In addition to receiving ensemble performance experience and training in vocal technique, students gain a practical understanding of the tradition of gospel music. (CSU, AVC) ( R3)
  • 3.00 Credits

    2 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of MUS 131. An introduction to the study and performance of piano literature written or arranged for two or more players. This course provides an understanding of the principles of tonal organization essential to all musical expression from the earliest of cultures to the music of today. Public performances may be included. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
  • 1.00 Credits

    (formerly Piano Accompaniment) 1 unit 36 hours total Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 099. This course is designed for pianists who wish to gain experience accompanying voice classes, choral ensembles, or other performance-based courses. (CSU, UC, AVC) ( R3)
  • 2.00 Credits

    2 units 2 hours weekly Limitation on Enrollment: Audition required. Students must be able to sing competently in the treble range. This course prepares music for public performance. Students study and perform choral masterworks, primarily those arranged for youth choirs. In addition to receiving ensemble performance experience, training in vocal technique, and musical skills, students gain a practical understanding of the traditions of choral music. (AVC) ( R3)
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