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  • 1.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor. A small select vocal group dedicated to the rehearsal and performance of classical and madrigal literature. Public performance in concert or recital situations will take place throughout the semester. May be taken a total of 4 times. 54 hours laboratory.
  • 1.50 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Limitation on enrollment: Audition on or before the first class meeting. The ability to sight-read and perform music on a wind, percussion, string or keyboard instrument. Performance of standard music literature for the small instrumental ensemble. Public performance in concert or recital situations. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will provide the student an opportunity for additional skill and competency development. May be taken a total of four times. 81 hours laboratory.
  • 1.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Fundamentals of guitar performance and basic musicianship. Introduction to music notation, basic guitar technique and development of basic repertoire. May be taken a total of four times. 17 hours lecture and 32 hours laboratory.
  • 2.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Limitation on enrollment: Audition on or before the first class meeting. Vocal or instrumental instruction for students who are proficient performers who could benefit from individualized instruction in preparation for a job in the music field or to prepare for performance auditions. Attendance at related concerts required. Not designed for beginning students. Beginning students are encouraged to take class piano, voice class or guitar class as an entry into the field of music performance. May be taken a total of four times. 108 hours laboratory.
  • 3.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: Two-unit performance ensemble. Limitation on enrollment: Audition on or before the first class meeting. Individual instruction on a musical instrument or voice, supervised practice, concert attendance and ensemble participation. May be taken a total of four times. 162 hours laboratory.
  • 4.00 Credits

    UC, CSU MUS 4+5= (CAN SEQ A) (CAN MUS 2) Prerequisite: MUS-3 and either MUS-32 or 53. Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in a music performance class. Through guided composition and analysis this course incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter, basic properties of sound, intervals, diatonic scales and triads, diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and phrase structure, dominant seventh, figured bass, nonharmonic tones, and voice leading involving 4-part chorale writing. Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. Lab includes sight singing and ear training including melodic, harmonic and rhythmic dictation. Keyboard requirements include playing chord progressions, modes, and scales in all major and minor keys. 54 hours lecture and 54 hours laboratory.
  • 2.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in MUS-29, 33, 51, 69 or 73. Limitation on enrollment: Audition by instructor. A select chamber vocal group dedicated to the study, rehearsal, and public performance of smaller vocal repertoire from Renaissance to Contemporary. Activities include festivals, concerts, radio and TV broadcasts and tours. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will provide the student an opportunity for additional skill and competency development within the subject matter. May be taken a total of four times. 108 hours laboratory.
  • 2.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Limitation on enrollment: Previous experience in performance of instrumental music and audition on or before the first class meeting. Performance of standard concert band literature. Appearances at college functions are made throughout the year. Subsequent enrollment in additional semesters will provide the student an opportunity for additional skill and competency development within the subject matter. May be taken a total of four times. 108 hours laboratory.
  • 1.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Practical experience in the art of jazz improvisation and the theory behind effective improvisation. Jazz combo or similar format provides the basis for improvisation instruction, benefiting both the beginner and the experienced player. May be taken a total of four times. 54 hours laboratory.
  • 2.00 Credits

    UC, CSU Prerequisite: None. Advisory: Recommended concurrent enrollment in MUS-42. Limitation on enrollment: Previous experience in performance of jazz literature and audition by instructor. A select instrumental jazz ensemble assembled to study and perform jazz literature in various styles. May be taken a total of four times. 108 hours laboratory.
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