Music

MUFHL 300 Introduction to Music

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 100
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to music of the Western Tradition. Students will develop analytical listening skills to access and comprehend meanings, functions, and perspectives of music production specific to traditionally understood eras in art history, such as Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, Twentieth Century, and Contemporary. Students will learn how social aspects, such as race, age, ethnicity, gender, and socio-economic forces influence the ways in which music is produced and received in a variety of social, historical, and cultural contexts.

MUFHL 308 Introduction to Music: Rock & Roll

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; CSU Area C2; IGETC Area 3A
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course examines social, political, cultural, and economic issues as they relate to the history of Rock & Roll music. It includes guided listening and video presentations to show the evolution of Rock from its roots to current stylistic trends. This course requires no previous musical study.

MUFHL 310 Survey of Music History and Literature (Greek Antiquity to 1750)

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 105
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a historical survey of Western music from Greek antiquity through the Baroque period (c. 1750), emphasizing the relation of music to social, cultural, economic and political factors involved in creating the music. This course is required for music majors and designed for those students with a music background who are particularly interested in the humanities and the arts.

MUFHL 311 Survey of Music History and Literature (1750 to the present)

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 106
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a historical survey of Western classical music from the 18th century Enlightenment through modern times. Students use listening exercises and readings to study the development of classical music in historical and cultural contexts. Students study the aesthetic principles and values from various eras to develop their own musical and artistic judgments. The course meets the requirement for music majors.

MUFHL 315 Jazz History

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Advisory:Eligible for ENGRD 310 or ENGRD 312 AND ENGWR 300; OR ESLR 340 AND ESLW 340.
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces the history of jazz. Topics include ethnicity, ethnocentrism, racism, ageism, class differences, and gender issues. Guided listening presentations show how African and early African American musical traditions have led to the development of various improvisational forms and styles including ragtime, swing, bebop, free jazz, fusion, and acid jazz. Music streaming subscription as required by the instructor.

MUFHL 321 Basic Musicianship

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC (UC credit limitation: No credit for MUFHL 321 if taken after MUFHL 400)
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 110
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of music. Students will learn basic music terminology and develop skills in music notation, including reading treble and bass clefs, the staff, notes, rhythms, intervals, scales, chords, keys, and key signatures. Musical literacy and creativity will be reinforced by aural and rhythmic drills, the use of music software, and short, creative assignments. Works from classical and commercial music will be used for demonstration purposes. Recommended for students with little or no music experience.

MUFHL 330 World Music

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a comprehensive, comparative listeners' survey of the folk, ethnic, dance, and ceremonial music traditions around the world and in the United States. Concepts of ethnicity, ethnocentrism, racism, ageism, class differences, and gender issues will be addressed. Guided listening presentations will show how traditional forms and styles have combined with musical influences from other cultures to produce acculturated styles of World Music. Music of the Americas, Africa, Asia, Oceania, The Middle East and Europe will be covered.

MUFHL 400 Music Theory and Musicianship I

• Units:4
• Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:MUFHL 321 with a grade of "C" or better
• Advisory:MUIVI 345
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 125; C-ID MUS 120
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to music theory and its applications to classical and commercial music. Students will develop skills in musical analysis, keyboard harmony, dictation, and sight-singing. Short creative assignments will be included to provide students with experience in the application of materials learned in class.

MUFHL 401 Music Theory and Musicianship II

• Units:4
• Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:MUFHL 400 with a grade of "C" or better
• Advisory:MUIVI 346
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 130; C-ID MUS 135
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a continuation of MUFHL 400. It provides a more in-depth study of scales, intervals, triads, diatonic harmonies, part writing, rhythms, sight singing, ear training, dictation, history and performance. It includes analysis and composition and is required for music majors. Students will be required to purchase staff paper and media storage.

MUFHL 410 Music Theory and Musicianship III

• Units:4
• Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:MUFHL 401 with a grade of "C" or better
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• General Education:CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 140; C-ID MUS 145
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a continuation of Music Theory (MUFHL 401). It includes the study of 16th and 18th century counterpoint, fugue, variation, altered chords, borrowed chords, variation technique, sonata form, rondo form, and late 19th and 20th century writing techniques. Practice in rhythmic, melodic, harmonic and contrapuntal sight singing, ear training and dictation is included in the study. This course is required for music majors.

MUFHL 411 Music Theory and Musicianship IV

• Units:4
• Hours:54 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:MUFHL 410 with a grade of "C" or better
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 150; C-ID MUS 155
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a continuation of MUFHL 410. It includes a more in-depth study of 16th and 18th century counterpoint, fugue, variation, altered chords, sonata allegro and rondo forms, and late 19th, 20th, and 21st century writing techniques including; 9th, 11th and 13th chords, altered dominants, chromatic harmony, serial music, current music idioms, and analysis techniques. This course also includes practice in rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic dictation, sight-singing and ear-training. MUFHL 411 is required for music majors.

MUFHL 495 Independent Studies in Music Fundamentals/History and Literature

• Units:1 - 3
• Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

MUFHL 499 Experimental Offering in Music Fundamentals/History and Literature

• Units:0.5 - 4
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

MUIVI 310 Voice Class I

• Units:2
• Hours:36 hours LEC; 18 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Voice Fundamentals
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a study of the fundamentals of voice production with emphasis on the development of the individual singer's voice. Basic vocal techniques, breathing and mouth position are practiced. Solo repertoire is learned and performed in class. This course is required for vocal music majors but open to all students desiring to begin the study of voice. Students may be required to attend concert performances at their own expense. When the course is offered in the online mode, students are expected to have access to a computer and Internet, as well as a webcam and a microphone. The course assessments must be completed synchronously.

MUIVI 311 Voice Class II

• Units:2
• Hours:36 hours LEC; 18 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Voice Fundamentals
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 310 with a grade of "C" or better; or by instructor consent.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is the continued study of solo singing. Students will experience basic training in the correct use of the singing voice, vocal techniques, and solo repertoire. This course is required for vocal majors, but open to all students desiring to begin the study of voice. When the course is offered in the online mode, students are expected to have access to a computer and Internet, as well as a webcam and a microphone. The course assessments must be completed synchronously.

MUIVI 320 Voice Class III

• Units:2
• Hours:36 hours LEC; 18 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Voice Technique and Repertoire
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 311 with a grade of "C" or better; or by instructor's consent
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides opportunity for vocal exercise and intellectual analysis in the development of efficient singing technique and skill in performing vocal literature. Performance in class and in recital is essential. The course is required for vocal majors. When the course is offered in the online mode, students are expected to have access to a computer and Internet, as well as a webcam and a microphone. The course assessments must be completed synchronously.

MUIVI 321 Voice Class IV

• Units:2
• Hours:36 hours LEC; 18 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Voice Technique and Repertoire
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or with instructor's consent
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides opportunity for vocal exercise and intellectual analysis in the development of efficient singing technique and skill in performing vocal literature. Performance in class and in recital is essential. The course is required for vocal majors. When the course is offered in the online mode, students are expected to have access to a computer and Internet, as well as a webcam and a microphone. The course assessments must be completed synchronously.

MUIVI 345 Beginning Piano I

• Units:1 - 2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 18 - 54 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Piano Fundamentals
• Prerequisite:None.
• Advisory:MUFHL 321
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 170
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course introduces students to basic piano playing and it is required for all general and commercial music majors. This course is the first in a four semester sequence designed to develop the student's keyboard skills at the piano. Students are advised to have basic music reading skills or have completed MUFHL 321. The course prepares students who are transferring for piano proficiency examination. A minimum of two hours a week outside practice is required for the two-unit option.

MUIVI 346 Beginning Piano II

• Units:1 - 2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 18 - 54 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Piano Fundamentals
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 345 with a grade of "C" or better
• Advisory:MUFHL 400
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 171
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course continues piano preparation begun in MUIVI 345 (Beginning Piano I). This course is the second in a sequence of four courses designed to develop the student's keyboard skills at the piano. The course prepares students who are transferring to four year degree granting programs for the piano proficiency examination. A minimum of two hours a week outside practice is required for the two-unit option.

MUIVI 370 Beginning Guitar

• Units:2
• Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Guitar and Bass
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to provide entry-level students with the fundamentals of guitar playing with emphasis on basic technique and reading music. In addition, students are introduced to the various musical styles in which the guitar is used such as folk, rock, blues, funk, finger style (classical) and jazz. No previous musical study is required for this course. The student must provide their own instrument (preferably a nylon or steel string, acoustic guitar) and accessories, such as a footstool, tuner, and metronome.

MUIVI 371 Intermediate Guitar

• Units:2
• Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Guitar and Bass
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 370 with a grade of "C" or better
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed as a continuation of MUIVI 370 Beginning Guitar, and increases the emphasis on reading music, introduces the art of improvisation, and cultivates playing in ensemble settings. Course topics explore, more in depth, the musical styles in which the guitar is heard such as folk, rock, blues, funk, jazz, and classical. Through in-class demonstrations and hands-on laboratory experience, students will improve their practice techniques, augment their technical proficiency, and begin to acquire the skills necessary to perform both in solo and ensemble settings. Performance in class and/or recital is essential. The student must provide their own instrument (preferably a nylon or steel string, acoustic guitar) and accessories, such as a footstool, tuner, and metronome.

MUIVI 372 Advanced Guitar

• Units:2
• Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Guitar and Bass
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 371 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
• Advisory:MUFHL 321
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is a continuation of MUIVI 371 Intermediate Guitar, and includes higher-level note reading, accompaniment techniques, and both solo and ensemble playing. The development of personal style is encouraged. Performance in class and/or recital is essential. Students must provide their own guitar (preferably acoustic) and accessories (e.g. tuner, pick, capo, metronome).

MUIVI 380 Improvisation Workshop I

• Units:2
• Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Ability to play a musical instrument with basic proficiency.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed to give students an introduction to improvising in a variety of styles. Students will learn about basic scale and chord materials and song forms needed to improvise. Students will gain practical experience playing with others.

MUIVI 381 Improvisation Workshop II

• Units:2
• Hours:27 hours LEC; 27 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:MUIVI 380 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course continues work started in MUIVI 380. Students will learn about intermediate-level scale and chord materials and song forms needed to improvise. Students will gain practical experience playing with a live rhythm section and/or backing tracks.

MUIVI 420 Applied Music

• Units:1
• Hours:8 hours LEC; 30 hours LAB
• Course Family:Traditional Applied Music Fundamentals
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:The student must pass a performance audition to be admitted to the course. Students must be concurrently enrolled in an FLC Performance Ensemble.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 160
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the first course in a four-part series and offers individualized instrumental or vocal instruction with a private instructor. It focuses on the development of individual performance skills and solo and ensemble repertoire. Juried performance is required. Required for all traditional performance and jazz music majors. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUIVI 495 Independent Studies in Music Instrumental/Voice Instruction

• Units:1 - 3
• Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

Independent study designed to provide instrumental training not offered in other music classes. Components of the course may include private or group instruction, solo and ensemble work, accompanying experience, and programmed learning in music fundamentals and music technology. Also for students interested in developing tutorial and/or instrumental skills. Each component may be repeated for a total of 3 units, up to a maximum of 9 units.

MUIVI 499 Experimental Offering in Music Instrumental/Voice Instruction

• Units:0.5 - 4
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

MUP 310 Orchestra

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:Students should be able to read music and perform on an orchestral instrument (violin, viola, cello, bass, piccolo, flute, clarinet, double reed, trumpet, French horn, trombone, or percussion) for music that is composed for string orchestra and symphony orchestra, which will be determined by the instructor based upon an audition process.
• Enrollment Limitation:Students will be admitted to this course by audition only. Audition times and dates will be announced by the department.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 180
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the study and performance of orchestral music. It is open to all students who read music and perform on an orchestral instrument (violin, viola, cello, bass, piccolo, flute, clarinet, double reed, trumpet, french horn, trombone, tuba, or percussion.) This course includes public performances and field trips, and meets requirements for music majors. Students study and perform music literature composed for string orchestra and symphony orchestra. This course may be repeated to meet the major requirement for transfer to CSU, Sacramento, or to other universities with a similar transfer requirement. Students may be required to provide their own instruments. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUP 311 Advanced Orchestra

• Units:1 - 2
• Hours:54 - 108 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:MUP 310 with a grade of "C" or better; or audition
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 180
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is the continuing study and performance of orchestral repertoire. Additional topics may include experience in conducting, rehearsal techniques and section leading. Students will be expected to supply their own musical instruments in most instances. Some musical instruments may be provided by the college. This course may be taken four times. Field trips may be required.

MUP 320 Jazz Band

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Ability to play at least one instrument commonly used in jazz ensemble; audition required.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 180
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is the study and performance of Jazz Band repertoire. Representative repertoire may include selections from Early Jazz to current jazz performance methods. Public performance and field trips are required. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUP 350 Concert Choir I

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Students should have some choral experience and/or ability to read music notation. Students must be able to sing on pitch. These abilities would be evaluated by the instructor.
• Advisory:MUP 357 (College Chorus), or equivalent skills demonstrated through the assessment process.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is the study and performance of choral literature which may include the standard repertoire, contemporary works and world music. The course is designed for the student interested in learning and developing musical skills necessary to work within an ensemble. This course is open to all students. Choral music selected by the instructor for the semester's study will be provided by the Folsom Lake College Music Department. Students are required to borrow and return FLC Choral Library music scores in good condition before the end of the semester. Public performances, festivals and field trips are required. This course may be taken up to four times for credit.

MUP 357 College Chorus

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Ability to match pitch and produce a good tone demonstrated in the audition.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed for the college student who is interested in a musical experience. Singers study and perform standard choral literature. Membership is open to college students, faculty, staff and community. Students are urged to enter during the freshman year. Choral music selected by the instructor for the semester's study will be provided by the Folsom Lake College Music Department. Students are required to borrow and return FLC Choral Library music scores in good condition before the end of the semester. Public performances, festivals and field trips are required. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUP 360 Chamber Singers

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Students must successfully pass an audition to enroll.
• Advisory:MUP 350 and 357
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is designed as an advanced choral ensemble of limited size and performing a wide variety of choral repertoire including: Several centuries of choral music from various style periods and genres, world music and folk-song arrangements. Travel to public performances, festivals and field trips may be required. Music will be provided by the college; however, students may have to contribute to the purchase of their concert performance attire. This course may be repeated to meet the major requirement for transfer to CSU or other universities with similar transfer requirements.

MUP 400 Vocal Jazz Ensemble

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:An audition is required. The audition will include; sight-singing, aural skills, improvisation and the preparation and performance of a short musical excerpt.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 180
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an advanced choral ensemble of limited size performing a wide variety of music in the jazz style. Public performance, festival attendance and field trips are required. An audition for admission into the course is required. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUP 422 Special Ensemble Participation

• Units:0.5 - 2
• Hours:27 - 108 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is open to all students who sing or play musical instruments. Instrumentation and repertoire of groups will vary, including jazz combos, classical chamber ensembles, guitar ensemble, and other musical ensembles.

MUP 424 Commercial Music Ensemble

• Units:2
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Audition required before students may enroll in the class.
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• C-ID:C-ID MUS 180
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course involves the rehearsal and performance of contemporary popular and commercial music genre including rock, pop, jazz, r&b, funk, Latin and world. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUP 426 World Music Ensemble

• Units:1
• Hours:18 hours LEC; 18 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Ability to play an instrument
• Transferable:CSU; UC
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course involves the rehearsal and performance of various musical genres from different world cultures, including Celtic, European, Asian, African, Latin American, Native American, Middle Eastern and combinations thereof. This course may be taken four times for credit.

MUP 495 Independent Studies in Music Performance

• Units:1 - 3
• Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

MUP 499 Experimental Offering in Music Performance

• Units:0.5 - 4
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.

MUSM 110 The Business of Music

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course presents an overview of the rapidly evolving music industry, including the processes of promotion, publicity, merchandising, artist management, talent agents, recording contracts vs. comprehensive contracts, online music sales, licensing, copyrights, and royalties. Students will develop marketing strategies for live performances, recordings, merchandise, tours and online music products, as well as examine career opportunities in music and evaluate advantages and disadvantages of various options.

MUSM 111 The Business of Music

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:MUSM 110 with a grade of "C" or better
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an overview of the music business as defined by the publishing and the radio industry. It also includes details and processes of trade and service marks, attorney functions, merchandising, publishing agreement points, and copyright functions.

MUSM 306 Live Sound Reinforcement

• Units:3
• Hours:36 hours LEC; 54 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• C-ID:C-ID CMUS 120X
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides an introduction to live sound mixing directed toward employment in the sound reinforcement industry and in operating sound systems in music clubs, theaters, churches, music festivals, and other venues. Students will develop competency in operating mixing consoles, speaker and monitor placement, microphone placement techniques, room equalization, reverb, delay, and other effects (gate/compressor/limiters etc.). Students will learn practical techniques for creating optimal concert sound.

MUSM 320 Contemporary Songwriting

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Advisory:MUFHL 321 with a grade of "C" or better
• Transferable:CSU
• C-ID:C-ID CMUS 150X
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course covers the process of writing popular songs, including writing lyrics, designing instrumental and vocal arrangements, studying melodic and harmonic skills, learning popular song forms, analyzing musical styles, and creating lead sheets.

MUSM 334 Introduction to Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI)

• Units:2
• Hours:9 hours LEC; 81 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Advisory:MUFHL 321
• Transferable:CSU
• C-ID:C-ID CMUS 100X
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course is an introduction to the rapidly evolving use of professional music software and MIDI electronic instruments. Various music hardware options, including keyboards, synthesizers, samplers, computers and drum machines, will be explored. Through a series of MIDI projects, students learn to use music sequencing, notation, and CAI (computer-assisted instruction) software.

MUSM 356 Pro Tools 101, Introduction to Pro Tools

• Units:1.5
• Hours:27 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the first course in the AVID Certified Training Location alliance. It is an introductory course to AVID’s Pro Tools software application. This course fully trains students in the basic operation of Pro Tools. Students learn how to record, edit, and mix music and Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) within the Pro Tools application. This course is conducted in the Music Department's IDEA (Interdisciplinary Electronic Arts) computer lab.

MUSM 370 Music for Children

• Units:3
• Hours:54 hours LEC
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• General Education:AA/AS Area I
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides methodologies, experiences, and materials for integrating music into pre-school, elementary, and recreational programs. It is recommended for elementary and early childhood credential candidates, recreation leaders, and others who use music with children.

MUSM 495 Independent Studies in Music Specializations

• Units:1 - 3
• Hours:54 - 162 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

MUSM 498 Work Experience in Music Specializations

• Units:0.5 - 4
• Hours:30 - 300 hours LAB
• Prerequisite:None.
• Enrollment Limitation:Student must be in a paid or non-paid internship, volunteer opportunity, or job related to career interests.
• Advisory:ENGWR 110 or ESL 325
• Transferable:CSU
• General Education:AA/AS Area III(b)
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This course provides students with opportunities to develop marketable skills in preparation for employment or advancement within the field of Commercial Music. Course content will include understanding the application of education to the workforce; completing required forms which document the student's progress and hours spent at the work site; and developing workplace skills and competencies. During the semester, the student is required to attend orientation. The student is required to complete 37.5 hours of related paid work experience, or 30 hours of related unpaid work experience for 0.5 unit. An additional 37.5 or 30 hours of related work experience is required for each additional 0.5 units The course may be taken for a maximum of 16 units. Students should have access to a computer, the Internet, and some computer media such as a USB drive to store data files. Online students must have an email account. Only one Work Experience course may be taken per semester.

MUSM 499 Experimental Offering in Music Specializations in Music

• Units:0.5 - 4
• Prerequisite:None.
• Transferable:CSU
• Catalog Date:August 1, 2024

This is the experimental courses description.