Music Option, Liberal Arts and Science, A.S. Degree
This program is currently under revision. For more information, please contact Dr. Deborah Simmons at 860-512-2674 or the Counseling Center at 860-512-3320.
Program Design
The Music Option to the Liberal Arts and Science program has two goals: preparing students seeking a professional career and enabling the nonprofessional to enjoy a more rewarding life as a serious lover of music.
Courses in the music curriculum offer a thorough preparation in music fundamentals, jazz and popular theory, history (classical, contemporary and jazz) and performance. Individualized study with professional instrumental and vocal instructors is an important part of the curriculum. Each student plans his/her selection of courses with a member of the music faculty.
Curriculum
Music students must complete the following curriculum to earn an associate degree. Students may enroll full- or part-time.
Music Option Requirements |
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| Gen Ed | ENG* 101: Composition | 3 |
| MUS* 101 | History and Appreciation I | 3 |
| MUS* 161 ^ MUS* 158^ |
Chorale I or Chamber Music/Jazz Ensemble I |
2 |
| MUS* 185 | Applied Music Lessons I | 1 |
| MUS* 111 ^^ | Fundamentals | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Mode 5 | 3-4 |
| Subtotal: 15-16 | ||
| Gen Ed | ENG* 110: Introduction to Literature | 3 |
| MUS* 102 MUS* 124 |
History and Appreciation II or Music History I: the Classical Period |
3 |
| MUS* 162 ^ MUS* 159 ^ |
Chorale II or Chamber Music/Jazz Ensemble II |
2 |
| MUS* 186 | Applied Music Lessons II | 1-2 |
| MUS* 215 ^^ | Music Harmony | 3 |
| Gen Ed | Mode 6 | 3 |
| Subtotal: 15-16 | ||
| MUS* 107 MUS* 114 |
Today's Music or Today's Music II |
3 |
| MUS* 270 ^ MUS* 258 ^ |
Chorale III or Chamber Music/Jazz Ensemble III |
2 |
| MUS* 285 | Applied Music Lessons III | 1 |
| Gen Ed | Mode 4 | 3 |
| Elective | History | 3 |
| Subtotal: 16 | ||
| MUS* ^^^ | Elective | 3 |
| MUS* 271 ^ MUS* 259 ^ |
Chorale IV or Chamber Music/Jazz Ensemble IV |
2 |
| MUS* 282 ^ | Private Music Lessons IV | 1 |
| Elective | Mode 5 | 4 |
| Gen Ed | Mode 1 | 3 |
| PHL* 101 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 |
| Subtotal: 16 | ||
| Total Credits Required: 62-64 | ||
^ Voice students should choose chorus sequence MUS* 161, MUS* 162, MUS* 270, and MUS* 271. Instrumental students should choose instrumental sequence MUS* 158, MUS* 159, MUS 223, and MUS* 259.
^^ Students who have not studied the piano or are knowledgable of the piano keyboard are highly recommended to enroll in a beginning piano class (MUS* 148: Beginning Piano) or take piano lessons before taking the theory sequence (MUS* 111, MUS* 210, MUS* 211, MUS* 212).
^^^ Music Elective List:
| MUS* 107 | Today’s Music | 3 |
| MUS* 218 | Electronic Music Composition I | 3 |
| MUS* 219 | Electronic Music Composition II | 3 |
| MUS* 108 | Today’s Music II | 3 |
| MUS* 216 | Contemporary Music: Theory and Application | 3 |
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all Music Option degree program requirements, graduates will1. Demonstrate an historical cross-cultural awareness and appreciation of Western European and American Contemporary music.
2. Demonstrate skills and techniques that reflect an understanding of the theoretical aspect of music including: an understanding of the fundamentals of music; exploration and development of voice leading principles; ear training, sight singing, rhythmic, melodic and harmonic dictation; keyboard skills and accompaniment techniques.
3. Demonstrate performance skills in solo and ensemble group
presentations.
4. Demonstrate technical facility and knowledge of standard repertoire for specified vocal or instrumental medium (e.g., voice, piano, saxophone).
5. Demonstrate an understanding of music that prepares them for further music study.
In addition, the graduate will complete the comprehensive learning outcomes identified with the General Education Component.
Source: 2007-2008 Course Catalog
For Additional Information, Contact: 860-512-2663