Course Descriptions MUS‑114
2 units
Jazz Improvisation LEC 16-18/LAB 48-54 Develop skills in the art of improvisation in the jazz idiom. Students apply principles of jazz theory in real-time through classroom performance. The course concentrates on matching correct pitches and scales with chord progressions from standard jazz literature. Students learn to be creative and make appropriate stylistic choices by analyzing recordings of classic jazz solos. The art of jazz improvisation benefits musicians who perform in all genres, such as rock, pop, world music, and classical. May be taken 3 times for credit. Prerequisite: MUS-103 with a grade of C or better. Demonstrate proficiency on a musical instrument by audition or interview. --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --CSU Area(s): C1
2 units
Beginning Voice Class - Breath/Tone LEC 24-27/LAB 24-27 This course is one part of a two-semester package of Beginning Voice Classes. The two may be taken in any order. This section focuses on breathing and support, tone production and resonance. Students learn about the physiology of good singing and learn to sing in group and solo settings. Prerequisite: None.
1 unit
Guitar II LAB 48-54 This course builds on beginning guitar technique, developing students’ skills to the intermediate level through individual instruction. Students will learn music from a variety of genres that reinforces various techniques and left hand positions. The student must provide a classical or folk guitar for his or her own use. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: MUS-125 (with a grade of C or better). --AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C --Transfers to both UC/CSU
MUS‑140
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
MUS‑115
MUS‑127
3 units
Beginning Studio Recording LEC 48-54 This course offers instruction in the basic concepts of multi-track recording. Instruction includes an examination of basic acoustics, microphones, mixers, monitors, signal processors, and recording techniques. *Cross-listed as AUD-140. May be taken 3 times for credit. Prerequisite: None. --Transfers to CSU only --CSU Area(s): C1
--Transfers to both UC/CSU
MUS‑141
MUS‑116
Intermediate Studio Recording LEC 48-54 This course offers instruction in multitrack recording techniques, equalization, mixing, microphone techniques, Foley, signal processing, and 3-dimensional recording. *Cross-listed as AUD-141. May be taken 3 times for credit. Prerequisite: MUS/AUD-140 (with a grade of C or better).
2 units
Beginning Voice Class - LEC 24-27/LAB 24-27 Diction and Expression This course is one part of a two-semester package of Beginning Voice Classes. The two may be taken in any order. This section focuses on diction, style, and expression. Students learn about the physiology of good singing and learn singing in large group and small group environments. Prerequisite: None. --Transfers to both UC/CSU
MUS‑118
1 unit
Applied Music I: Instrumental LAB 48-54 This course is designed to provide individualized instruction to the instrumental musician, developing technique and musicality. This is a required course for any music major considering transferring to a four-year institution. May be taken 4 times for credit. Prerequisite: None. Corequisite: MUS-101 or MUS-103 during the first semester of enrollment in MUS-118. Recommended Preparation: Concurrent enrollment in MUS-210, MUS-211, MUS-212 or MUS-214. Other Enrollment Criteria: Demonstrate proficiency on a musical instrument by audition and/or interview. Audition requirement may be fulfilled with enrollment in MUS-210, MUS-211, MUS-212 or MUS214. --Transfers to both UC/CSU
MUS‑125
1 unit
Guitar I LAB 48-54 This course offers individual guitar instruction to students who have no previous training. The course covers a variety of musical styles, including folk, blues, pop, rock, and beginning classical guitar pieces. Students will learn useful techniques, and basic theory. Musical tablature, strumming and picking patterns to accompany voice are taught. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: None. Recommended Preparation: MUS-101. Other Enrollment Criteria: The student must provide a classical or folk guitar for his or her own use during the first semester of this course.
3 units
--Transfers to CSU only --CSU Area(s): C1
MUS‑142
3 units
Advanced Studio Recording I LEC 48-54 This course is the study of techniques used for audio-for-video and film. Study will include: multi-track recording, mixing, Foley, signal processing and ADR. *Cross-listed as AUD-142. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: MUS/AUD-141 (with a grade of C or better). --Transfers to CSU only
MUS‑143
3 units
Computer Audio Editing LEC 48-54 (formerly Advanced Studio Recording II) This course offers students experience in digital editing using computers and software. The class includes digital recording techniques. *Crosslisted as AUD-143. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: AUD/MUS-140 (with a grade of C or better). --Transfers to CSU only
MUS‑145
3 units
--AA/AS General Education: AA/AS C
Midi & Computer Recording LEC 48-54 This course offers instruction in music software and basic audio concepts. The primary focus is on recording, mixing, and editing. *Cross-listed as AUD-145. May be taken 2 times for credit. Prerequisite: AUD/MUS-143 (with a grade of C or better).
--Transfers to CSU only
--Transfers to CSU only
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