| MUSIC |
48 |
MUSIC INTERNATIONAL FIELD STUDIES |
1.0 to 3.0 Units |
MUSIC 48 provides college credit for travel and study in foreign countries. Under the direction of a Glendale Community College instructor, students participate in a study abroad program approved by the College. Students are responsible for paying program fees. This course may be offered in other disciplines. Note: This course may be taken 4 times; a maximum of 12 units may be earned. Each repetition must be in a different country and/or area of the world. Lecture 1-3 hours. Corequisite: Concurrent registration in 6 or more units or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| MUSIC |
49 |
MUSIC INDEPENDENT STUDY |
1.0 to 3.0 Units |
MUSIC 49 provides motivated students with an opportunity to explore a subject in greater depth than usual, to familiarize students with some basic research techniques, to interest students in possible career areas, and to take advantage of special academic interests. Emphasis shall be on individual research projects, library research and/or preparation of research papers. There is no prescribed course content. Students develop a research project, have it approved by the sponsoring instructor and appropriate division chairperson, and complete the project in accordance with an instructor-approved program. Note: Registration is open to any student at GCC who is currently registered for 6 or more units and who is admitted to Independent Study by the instructor. A student is limited to one Independent Study per semester and no more than 12 units credit toward the AA Degree or Certificate, and no more than 6 units per division. The units received may be acceptable for college transfer subject to the approval of the individual college. This course may be taken 3 times; a maximum of 9 units may be earned. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Corequisite: Concurrent registration in 6 or more units. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| MUSIC |
50 |
MUSIC INTERNSHIP |
1.0 to 3.0 Units |
MUSIC 50 Internship is a self-motivated course which allows students to earn from 1-3 units for structured supervised work off campus under the supervision of a faculty advisor. It is designed to provide students with a hands-on, discipline-linked work experience that will extend their knowledge and understanding of career demands in one of the following fields: recording, production, sound reinforcement, or music business. Internship locations may include: music studios, sound reinforcement companies, record companies, music publishers, music manufacturers, music venues, production companies, or music management companies. Note: This course is Pass/No Pass only. Note: Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in this class. Laboratory 3-9 hours. Prerequisite or corequisite: MUSIC 171, 176, 177, 178, 179, 181, 184, 185, 186, or 187. Recommended Preparation: ABSE 186 or ESL 141. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| MUSIC |
101 |
MUSIC FUNDAMENTALS |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 101 is an introductory course designed to provide students with a basic knowledge of the fundamentals of tonal music and music notation. It incorporates the concepts of pitch, rhythm and meter, intervals, diatonic scales, Major and minor keys, triads and inversions, and beginning harmonic analysis. Students learn to notate these elements in bass and treble clefs, and to relate these elements to the piano keyboard. Development of skill in handwritten notation is expected. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 110) |
| MUSIC |
103 |
KEYBOARD HARMONY I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 103 is designed for students who have a basic knowledge of music and music notation. Students review bass and treble clefs, notes and note values, meter signatures and key signatures; identify notes of a piano keyboard; and develop a basic understanding of melody, harmony, and rhythm. In addition, students learn basic piano technique and begin the study of harmony in the context of the piano keyboard, and these concepts are used in the analysis and performance of musical exercises and literature. This course prepares students for advanced harmony and musicianship classes. Note: Students should be able to read musical notation and understand concepts of melody, harmony, and rhythm. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Recommended preparation: MUSIC 160. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
113 |
KEYBOARD HARMONY II |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 113 is designed for students who have basic keyboard skills. Students learn transposition, harmonization of melodies, and to work with harmonic progressions in the context of the piano keyboard. In addition, students continue the study of piano technique and literature. These concepts are used in the analysis and performance of musical exercises and literature. This course prepares students for advanced harmony and musicianship classes. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 103 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
120 |
MUSIC APPRECIATION |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 120 traces the evolution of music over the past 1500 years, with a special emphasis on understanding how to listen for greater enjoyment. Students learn the basic elements of music, such as form and structure, families and subgroups of musical instruments, as well as learning about specific composers and works. Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed MUSIC 125 or 126. This course is designed especially for non-music majors. Music majors should enroll in MUSIC 125 and 126. The student is required to attend at least one classical concert and submit a written report. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Winter/Spring/Summer/Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 100) |
| MUSIC |
121 |
HISTORY OF ROCK MUSIC |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 121 is a course in the evolution of popular music in the United States. Students first study the musical influences which led to the rise of rock and roll in the mid-1950. They then follow the development of the various musical styles which are collectively referred to as rock music. Emerging musical innovations are viewed as reflections of changes within our society. Note: The student is required to attend at least one popular music concert and submit a written report. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
122 |
HISTORY OF JAZZ |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 122 traces the evolution of jazz music from its earliest influences in the nineteenth century to current styles. Special emphasis is placed on understanding how to listen for greater enjoyment. Students learn basic elements of music, such as meter, form, and structure, and how the elements of music are used in jazz. Students learn to distinguish the instruments used in jazz performance as well as examining the different types of jazz ensembles. Students learn about the leading practitioners of jazz and listen to the masterworks of jazz. Note: The student is required to attend at least one jazz concert and submit a written report. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
124 |
MUSICAL THEATRE HISTORY |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 124 explores the rich and diverse history of musical theatre from its origins to the present day. Students will learn the origins of musical theatre, analyze popular musicals, and explore contemporary musical styles and storytelling techniques. Students will gain a deep understanding of the cultural, social, and artistic contexts that have shaped musical theatre over time. Note: Students who have already completed THTR 124 cannot receive credit for this course. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. |
| MUSIC |
125 |
HISTORY AND LITERATURE I (ANTIQUITY - 1750) |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 125 is a survey of music history and literature from antiquity to 1750, including cultural, intellectual and social influences, and provides an in-depth examination of the development of Western European music through the analysis and synthesis of historical details and stylistic elements of the musical trends of the era. Note: Students are required to attend two (2) concerts featuring music from the historical periods being studied, and to submit two (2) concert reports. Students are urged to take MUSIC 125 and 126 within the same academic year. It is strongly recommended that students entering Music 125 and 126 have a basic understanding of music notation so as to be able to follow a score and do basic analysis. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 105) |
| MUSIC |
126 |
HISTORY AND LITERATURE II (1750 - PRESENT) |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 126 is a survey of music history and literature from 1750 to present, including cultural, intellectual and social influences, and provides an in-depth examination of the development of Western European music through the analysis and synthesis of historical details and stylistic elements of the musical trends of the era. Note: Students are required to attend two (2) concerts featuring music from the historical periods being studied, and to submit two (2) concert reports. Students are urged to take MUSIC 125 and 126 within the same academic year. It is strongly recommended that students entering Music 125 and 126 have a basic understanding of music notation so as to be able to follow a score and do basic analysis. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 106) |
| MUSIC |
127 |
WORLD MUSIC |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 127 is designed to provide non-majors with a broader understanding of the multicultural world community. Students are introduced to music through an understanding of culture, as it occurs throughout the world, including Africa, North, Central and South America, Asia, the Indian sub-continent and Europe. Music expression is viewed as an outgrowth of diverse cultural needs. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
130 |
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC EDUCATION |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 130 introduces students to Music Education is a survey of the philosophical, historical, cultural, psychological and curricular foundations of music education. Students take part in guided field observation and analysis of K-12 classes, and in-class teaching demonstrations. This course is for music majors entering or considering music teaching as a career. Note: Students should be able to play an instrument at the college level prior to enrolling. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: MUSIC 101 and MUSIC 120. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
| MUSIC |
135 |
VOICE TRAINING I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 135 stresses the principles of correct vocal production and their application to songs and ballads of different style periods in English. Students practice the following: proper breathing habits, the relationship between breathing and tone making, vocal health, resonance, registration, poise, posture, and song presentation. Students also develop an appreciation for the vocal arts in this course. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Voice Training Family) |
| MUSIC |
136 |
VOICE TRAINING II |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 136 is a continuing focus upon the principles of correct vocal production and their application to songs and ballads in English. Italian art songs are introduced; more difficult exercises both musically and vocally are stressed. Further emphasis is placed on legato singing, diction, resonance, interpretation, and expression. The development of an appreciation for the vocal arts is of continuing importance. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 135 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Voice Training Family) |
| MUSIC |
137 |
VOICE TRAINING III |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 137 continues and broadens the principles of vocal production and proper use of the breath in singing as outlined in MUSIC 135 and 136. Students explore more difficult literature, including contemporary music and songs in foreign languages. Students also integrate vocal technique into the performance and gain expertise in the shaping of the musical phrase through legato singing. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 136 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Voice Training Family) |
| MUSIC |
138 |
VOICE TRAINING IV |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 138 addresses more advanced techniques regarding vocal production and expressiveness as acquired in MUSIC 135, 136, and 137. Students explore more advanced literature, including contemporary and world music and songs in foreign languages, and integrate vocal technique into the performance, bel canto singing, and preparing for a vocal audition or jury. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 137 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (Voice Training Family) |
| MUSIC |
140 |
APPLIED MUSIC LESSONS |
0.5 Units |
MUSIC 140 is a course in individual and ensemble performance. Students receive eight hours of private instruction on a solo instrument or voice. Emphasis is on solo performance through individual instruction, recital performance through participation in a recital class, and ensemble performance through participation in a performing ensemble. Note: Students must remain in good standing in their corequisite performing ensemble as defined in the ensemble's course overview. Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: The student must demonstrate a basic proficiency on an instrument or voice. This will be determined by individual audition. Corequisite: MUSIC 143, 144, 145, 146, 147, 148, 152, 230, 231, 232, 233, 235, 236, 237, 240, 241, or 242 is required. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 160) |
| MUSIC |
143 |
JAZZ BAND |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 143 is a class for students who wish to learn the techniques used in performing jazz and big band literature. Emphasis is placed on developing music reading skills and gaining additional familiarity with improvisational techniques. Students perform with other instrumentalists or with singers. Selected works by contemporary composers are rehearsed and performed. Note: The class requires the ability to perform in a proficient manner on the trumpet, trombone, saxophone, drums, bass, guitar, vibraphone, or piano. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: The ability to perform in a proficient manner on the trumpet, trombone, saxophone, drums, bass, guitar, vibraphone, or piano. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
144 |
WOODWIND ENSEMBLE |
0.5 to 1.0 Units |
MUSIC 144 is a small instrumental group which plays for college and community activities. Emphasis is on balance, dynamics, phrasing, and interpretation. Note: Audition is required. Laboratory 1.5-3 hours. Prerequisite: Ability to play a musical instrument in a band, orchestra, or chamber music ensemble. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
145 |
BRASS ENSEMBLE |
0.5 to 1.0 Units |
MUSIC 145 is a small instrumental group which plays for college and community activities. Emphasis is on balance, dynamics, phrasing, and interpretation. Note: Audition is required. Laboratory 1.5-3 hours. Prerequisite: Ability to play a musical instrument in a band or orchestra. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
146 |
COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA: LITERATURE 1725-1850 |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 146 is a class for students who want to learn and perform the standard orchestral repertoire from the Baroque era through the Romantic period. Literature includes overtures, symphonies, and suites. Emphasis is placed on interpretation and style. Note: An audition is required. Concert dress is required. Students must provide an appropriate instrument. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: The ability to perform on a standard orchestral instrument is required. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
147 |
COMMUNITY ORCHESTRA: LITERATURE 1825-1950 |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 147 is a class for students who want to learn and perform the standard orchestral repertoire from the Romantic period through the present. Concerto literature and programmatic music are featured. Emphasis is placed on interpretation and style. Note: An audition is required. Concert dress is required. Students must provide an appropriate instrument. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: The ability to perform on a standard orchestral instrument is required. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
148 |
SMALL PERFORMING ENSEMBLES |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 148 is for the study, rehearsal, and performance of literature for specialized chamber ensembles, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform in the ensemble. Different literature will be studied every semester with the ensembles in the genres of traditional classical, jazz, opera, and world music. The choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified area of performance study. Note: An audition is required. Please contact the instructor prior to the first class meeting. Students must provide an appropriate instrument. Studio 2 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 185) |
| MUSIC |
150 |
BEGINNING GUITAR |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 150 is an introductory course in playing the guitar. Students learn basic playing technique, tuning, chords, and scales. An emphasis is placed on reading and performance of music in the open position. Repertoire is drawn from a diverse set of styles including but not limited to classical, folk, blues, rock, and jazz. No previous musical training or experience on the guitar is required. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Classical Guitar Family) |
| MUSIC |
152 |
STRING ENSEMBLE |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 152 is a small string instrumental group that participates in college and community ensembles and activities. Students learn balance, dynamics, phrasing, interpretation, and the ability to play well in an ensemble. This course may be taken four (4) times for credit. Note: An audition is required. Concert dress may be required. Students must supply appropriate instrument. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: The ability to perform on a musical instrument in a band, orchestra, or chamber music ensemble. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
153 |
CONTEMPORARY GUITAR I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 153 is a course in guitar playing in a variety of contemporary styles. Students learn contemporary guitar techniques, triads, moveable chords, major scales, and minor scales and practice reading music in the lower positions of the guitar in several keys. The course features a variety of contemporary guitar styles including but not limited to country, rock, blues, and jazz. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Recommended preparation: MUSIC 150 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
154 |
CONTEMPORARY GUITAR II |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 154 continues the study of guitar playing in a variety of contemporary styles. Students continue to develop contemporary guitar techniques, triads, extended chords, moveable chords, major scales, and minor scales. Emphasis is placed on extending reading beyond the open position in multiple keys. Repertoire is drawn from a variety of contemporary guitar styles including but not limited to country, rock, blues, and jazz. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 153 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Contemporary Guitar Family) |
| MUSIC |
155 |
CONTEMPORARY GUITAR III |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 155 continues the study of guitar playing in a variety of contemporary styles. Students continue to develop contemporary guitar techniques at intermediate and advanced levels and practice reading in multiple positions in all keys and reading at sight. This course features a variety of contemporary guitar styles including but not limited to country, rock, blues, and jazz. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 154 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Contemporary Guitar Family) |
| MUSIC |
156 |
CLASSICAL GUITAR I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 156 is for students who wish to learn the elementary techniques of classical guitar playing. Included are the studies of fundamental music reading, skills, notation for guitar, tuning, playing techniques, fingerings, key signatures and scales, and the performance of easy solo classical guitar literature in the first position. Another aspect of the course is to foster an appreciation for the classic guitar, its literature and performing artists. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Recommended preparation: MUSIC 150 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Classical Guitar Family) |
| MUSIC |
157 |
CLASSICAL GUITAR II |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 157 continues with the study of basic classical guitar techniques. Dynamics, ligados, and grace notes are introduced. Students are acquainted with the entire fingerboard through scales in the 2nd, 4th, 5th, 7th and 9th positions, and also through selected compositions for the guitar from the 18th and 19th centuries, and solo arrangements of familiar tunes. Chord structure is discussed and applied to the fingerboard. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 156 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Classical Guitar Family) |
| MUSIC |
158 |
CLASSICAL GUITAR III |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 158 proceeds with techniques and compositions of intermediate level for classical guitar. Included for study are selected pieces from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classic and Romantic eras, as well as solo arrangements of familiar tunes. Knowledge of the entire fingerboard is further enhanced by the practice of two and three octave scales. Basic skills for transcribing music written for keyboard are introduced. Note: This class requires the student to have a full-size guitar in playable condition. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 157 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Classical Guitar Family) |
| MUSIC |
160 |
PIANO I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 160 is a course in the fundamentals of piano technique. It is designed for students with no prior experience in piano playing. Special attention will be given to the rudiments of music notation and reading. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 170) (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
161 |
PIANO II |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 161 advances the beginning pianist's fundamental skills. Emphasis will be given to beginning concepts of interpretation and tone coloring. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 160 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 171) (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
162 |
PIANO III |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 162 covers the theory and interpretation of works from the preclassical, classical, and romantic periods, as well as modern or contemporary music. Students learn development of technique, style, tone-color, dynamics, and phrasing. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 161 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 172) (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
163 |
PIANO WORKSHOP I |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 163 is for Level One advanced students who can benefit from individual study and supervised practice time. Piano Workshop allows students to study solo repertoire, accompanying, ensemble playing, sight-reading, and improvisation. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 161 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
164 |
PIANO WORKSHOP II |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 164 is for Level Two advanced students who can benefit from individual study and supervised practice time. Piano Workshop II allows students to study solo repertoire, accompanying, ensemble playing, sight-reading, and improvisation. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 163 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
165 |
PIANO WORKSHOP III |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 165 is for Level Three advanced students who can benefit from individual study and supervised practice time. Piano Workshop III allows students to study solo repertoire, accompanying, ensemble playing, sight-reading, and improvisation. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 164 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
166 |
PIANO WORKSHOP IV |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 166 is for Level Four advanced students who can benefit from individual study and supervised practice time. Piano Workshop IV allows students to study solo repertoire, accompanying, ensemble playing, sight-reading, and improvisation. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: Music 165 or equivalent. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (Piano Family) |
| MUSIC |
170 |
MUSIC THEATRE WORKSHOP |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 170 is designed to provide training and experience in the art of musical theatre. Performance of a major production is the objective of the course. Students have the opportunity to participate in the rehearsals and the development of the performances. Course work provides experience in the techniques of stage ensemble, acting, technical stage, costuming, and makeup. Auditions are held for all roles. Note: An audition is required. Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitch, sing a harmony part, maintain steady rhythm, and produce an acceptable vocal quality. Lecture 2 hours/Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
171 |
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC BUSINESS |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 171 offers musicians an introduction to the career aspects of the music industry. We explore jobs and roles in the music industry including: songwriters, film and television composers, arrangers, publishers, producers, engineers, record companies, retail, promotion, manufacturing, distribution, agents, music law, and managers. The course examines copyright legalities, publishing, licensing, marketing, contracts, performances, and entrepreneurial opportunities for musicians, and students learn about possible fields of employment and how to effectively present themselves to employers in the music industry. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended Preparation: ABSE 186 or ESL 141. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU. (C-ID CMUS 140X) |
| MUSIC |
176 |
INTRODUCTION TO SONGWRITING |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 176 is designed for students who would like to acquire the skills to write a popular song. Students learn how the components of lyrics, melody, harmony, rhythm and form fit together within the structure of a popular song. In addition, students will become aware of the stylistic elements of different types of popular music and songs. The course will survey the history of songwriting, career opportunities, and business issues relevant to songwriters including copyright law. During the semester students write songs in different styles and learn how to make simple recordings of their songs. Original compositions and performances are expected from all students. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended preparation: MUSIC 101 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID MUS 150X) |
| MUSIC |
177 |
INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 177 offers an introduction to the current applications of computers and software used in music creation, music sequencing, and music notation. Students will examine the terminology, equipment, techniques, and concepts related to music technology. The course will survey the principles and practices of sound, the musical instrument digital interface (MIDI), synthesis, notation, and using both hardware and software platforms to record audio. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID CMUS 100X) |
| MUSIC |
178 |
INTRODUCTION TO RECORDING |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 178 offers an introduction to sound recording, acoustics, digital audio, and signal processing. Students learn audio terminology, signal flow, audio hardware operation, digital audio workstation (DAW) operation, and audio engineering techniques. Hardware is studied including microphones, cables, monitors, recorders, consoles, and signal processors. Students experience hands-on use of current music production hardware and software. Students also learn about recording studio procedures, jobs in the recording industry, mixing techniques, mastering, post production, and the product manufacturing process. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID CMUS 130X) |
| MUSIC |
179 |
STUDIO RECORDING AND MIXING I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 179 is an intermediate level audio recording and production class. The course covers tracking and recording audio, mixing sessions, using hardware and software based signal processing, and understanding signal flow at an intermediate level. Students will experience hands on use of analog and digital technology including a large format recording console, outboard dynamic processing, digital audio workstations, plugins, and a variety of microphones for audio engineering. The course offers students practical projects and practice in recording and mixing. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 177, MUSIC 178, MUSIC 181, MUSIC 184, or MUSIC 187. Transfer Credit: CSU. (C-ID CMUS 130X) |
| MUSIC |
181 |
LIVE SOUND I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 181 is an overview of live sound reinforcement in the music industry. Students study basic theories of sound system operation, room acoustics, and practical applications and learn setup and operation of sound system components such as microphones, mixing consoles, signal processors, amplifiers, and speakers systems. Students also explore analog and digital mixing and transmission technologies and will participate in hands-on experiences with system design, setup, troubleshooting, sound checking, mixing, and recording of live music events. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Recommended Preparation: MUSIC 177 or MUSIC 178. Transfer Credit: CSU. (C-ID CMUS 120X) |
| MUSIC |
184 |
ELECTRONIC MUSIC I |
2.0 Units |
MUSIC 184 introduces the techniques and elements of electronic music production. Students will explore analog and digital synthesis techniques and will learn to craft original sounds with these synthesis techniques. Students will also learn the principles and techniques of digital sampling and Musical Digital Instrument Interface (MIDI) sequencing, eventually creating compositions using electronic music techniques. Lecture 1.5 hours/Laboratory 1.5 hours. Recommended preparation: MUSIC 177. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC. (C-ID CMUS 110X) |
| MUSIC |
187 |
PRO TOOLS I |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 187 is an introductory course in the principles and operation of Pro Tools software. Students learn about fundamental software configuration, operation, and features from project creation to session completion. Students build skills through hands on Pro Tools projects that include audio and MIDI (musical instrument digital interface) recording, mixing, editing, effects processing, external controllers and the use of virtual instruments. Students use Pro Tools in a variety of contexts including music and post, multitrack mixing, music production and creation. This course also prepares students for the optional Pro Tools User certification exam in Pro Tools 101 and 110. The certification exam may be taken at the conclusion of the course. Note: Students who take MUS 187 cannot take MUS 185 or 186. Lecture 3 hours. Recommended preparation: MUSIC 178. Transfer Credit: CSU |
| MUSIC |
201 |
MUSICIANSHIP I |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 201 is a course designed for those who have an elementary knowledge of music and music notation. Students should be able to read bass and treble clefs, notes and notes values, time signatures and key signatures, and identify notes of a piano keyboard. Using this basic knowledge, fundamental concepts such as meter, scales and intervals are studied. These musical concepts are then applied in ear training, performing, and analysis exercises. Laboratory 3 hours. Corequisite: MUSIC 211. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 125) |
| MUSIC |
202 |
MUSICIANSHIP II |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 202 is a course designed to train the student to recognize, develop, and apply the rhythmic, melodic and harmonic materials studied in Harmony I through ear training, sight singing, dictation, and analysis. Content includes major and minor keys, simple and compound meter, and rhythms containing divisions and subdivisions. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 201. Corequisite: MUSIC 212. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 135) |
| MUSIC |
203 |
MUSICIANSHIP III |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 203 is a course designed to train the student to recognize, develop, and apply the rhythmic, melodic and harmonic materials studied in Harmony III through ear training, sight singing, dictation, and analysis. Content includes more advanced metrical rhythms, chromatic alterations, secondary chords and modulation to closely-related keys. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 202 or equivalent. Corequisite: MUSIC 213 or equivalent. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 145) |
| MUSIC |
204 |
MUSICIANSHIP IV |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 204 is a course designed to train the student to recognize, develop, and apply the rhythmic, melodic and harmonic materials studied in Harmony IV through ear training, sight singing, dictation, and analysis. Content includes advanced rhythms and meters, and contemporary scales, harmonies and melodic construction. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 203 or equivalent. Corequisite: MUSIC 214. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 155) |
| MUSIC |
211 |
HARMONY I |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 211 is designed for students who have a beginning knowledge of music and music notation (reading bass and treble clefs, notes and note values, time signatures and key signatures and identifying notes of a piano keyboard). This course begins with the fundamental concepts of meter, scales, intervals, chords, and transposition, and then covers figured bass realization, 4-part writing and voice leading principles, Roman numeral analysis, basic chord function, and non-harmonic tones. These concepts are applied in analysis and composition exercises. Lecture 3 hours. Corequisite: MUSIC 201. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 120) |
| MUSIC |
212 |
HARMONY II |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 212 is a course designed to provide a working knowledge of the basics of musical composition. Emphasis is placed on voice leading, figured bass, and harmonizing melodies in diatonic harmony, including 7th chords. Students will be introduced to extended diatonic harmony through modulation, secondary chords and sequences, and to formal analysis through the study of binary and ternary forms. Students will both analyze and compose examples of the musical concepts being studied. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 211 or equivalent. Corequisite: MUSIC 202. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 130) |
| MUSIC |
213 |
HARMONY III |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 213 is a course designed to provide student with a deeper understand of traditional composition. Emphasis is placed on secondary chords, borrowed and mixture chords, sequences, modulation, and using these elements in figured bass realization, harmonization, and analysis. MUSIC 213 also includes an introduction to chromatic harmony. Students will conduct formal analysis of music using binary and ternary forms, and will compose examples of the music concepts being studied. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 212 or equivalent. Corequisite: MUSIC 203. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 140) |
| MUSIC |
214 |
HARMONY IV |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 214 is a course that further explores chromatic harmony and introduces the student to 20th century compositional techniques. Emphasis is placed on Neapolitan, augmented-sixth, tall, added sixth and altered dominant chords, and modulation to distantly-related keys. Students will compose examples of the music concepts being studied. 20th compositional techniques covered in MUSIC 214 include impressionism, tone rows, pandiatonicism, polytonalism, and advanced approaches to meter and rhythm. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: MUSIC 213 or equivalent. Corequisite: MUSIC 204. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 150) |
| MUSIC |
230 |
CHORUS |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 230 is an intermediate course in the appreciation and performance of standard choral literature, with special emphasis on principles of part-singing, vocal control, interpretation, diction, phrasing, and breath control. Public performances are required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
231 |
COLLEGE CHOIR |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 231 is a beginning course in the appreciation and performance of standard choral literature, with special emphasis on principles of part-singing, vocal control, interpretation, diction, phrasing, and breath control. Public performances are required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall/Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
232 |
CHAMBER CHORALE: WINTER PRODUCTIONS |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 232 is a course in the appreciation and performance of choral literature designed for a chamber size ensemble of mixed voices (soprano, alto, tenor, bass). Emphasis is placed on a cappella music suitable for the winter holiday season. Public performance is required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
233 |
CHAMBER CHORALE: FESTIVAL |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 233 is a course in the appreciation and performance of choral literature designed for a chamber size ensemble of mixed voices (soprano, alto, tenor, bass). Emphasis is placed on a cappella music of the Renaissance, Romantic motets, appropriate seasonal literature and art music suitable for performance at adjudicated festivals. Public performance is required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
235 |
CONCERT SINGERS: MASTERWORKS |
0.5 to 1.0 Units |
MUSIC 235 is a course in the appreciation and performance of large-scale choral masterworks composed with orchestral or instrumental ensemble accompaniment. Emphasis is placed on music composed after 1600. Public performance is required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Studio 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
236 |
VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE: TRADITIONAL |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 236 is the study and performance of choral literature composed for small vocal ensembles in the jazz idiom. Traditional jazz and popular repertoire prior to the 1970s is emphasized and traditional seasonal music may be included. Improvisation is emphasized and microphones are used for group and individual tone production. Note: An audition is required. Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitch, sing a harmony part, maintain steady rhythm, and produce and acceptable vocal quality. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
237 |
VOCAL JAZZ ENSEMBLE: CONTEMPORARY |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 237 is the study and performance of choral literature composed for small vocal ensembles in the jazz idiom. Contemporary jazz and pop repertoire from the 1950s or later is emphasized. Improvisation is incorporated into performances and microphones are used for group and individual tone production. Note: An audition is required. Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitch, sing a harmony part, maintain steady rhythm, and produce and acceptable vocal quality. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC |
| MUSIC |
240 |
CONCERT SINGERS: HOLIDAY CONCERT |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 240 is a course in the appreciation and performance of traditional choral literature. Students study the cultural, historic and aesthetic context of the music performed. Emphasis is placed on non-orchestral music composed for the winter holiday season. Public performance is required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
241 |
CONCERT SINGERS: TRADITIONAL |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 241 is a course in the appreciation and performance of traditional small-scale choral literature from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, and Romantic eras. Both a cappella and keyboard-accompanied literature will be studied. Emphasis is placed on music composed before the 20th century. Public performance is required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Fall. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
242 |
CONCERT SINGERS: CONTEMPORARY |
1.0 Unit |
MUSIC 242 is a course in the appreciation and performance of contemporary choral literature. Emphasis is placed on music composed during the 20th and 21st centuries. Public performance is required. Note: Students must demonstrate the ability to match pitches and maintain steady rhythm. An audition is required. Laboratory 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Note: May be taken 4 times for credit. Course Typically Offered: Spring. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC, USC. (C-ID MUS 180) |
| MUSIC |
120H |
HONORS MUSIC APPRECIATION |
3.0 Units |
MUSIC 120H traces the evolution of music over the past 1500 years, with a special emphasis on understanding how to listen for greater enjoyment. Students learn the basic elements of music, such as form and structure, families and subgroups of musical instruments, as well as learning about specific composers and works. Note: This course may not be taken for credit by students who have completed MUSIC 125 or 126. This course is designed especially for non-music majors. Music majors should enroll in MUSIC 125 and 126. The student is required to attend at least one classical concert and submit a written report. The honors course will be enhanced in one or more of the following ways: 1. Students will take essay exams that require analysis of music; 2. Students may read and analyze primary source materials regarding aspects of music history; 3. Students may be required to write a research paper on a topic relevant to the content of the course. This paper must be correctly cited and referenced; 4. Students will attend a concert of music and write an analysis on the works performed. Lecture 3 hours. Prerequisite: None. Transfer Credit: CSU, UC |
