Music Option, Humanities, A.A.

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Students in this option should take music and music theory courses, coupled with the liberal arts studies necessary for transfer to a four-year college.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

Demonstrate technical and artistic technique in their major instrument
Perform in student recitals and in other Brookdale events such as classroom demonstrations, music club lectures and events off campus
Demonstrate the artistic development and technical skills required of a complete creative artist

Requirements

General Education - 45-48 credits

As described in the General Education section of the catalog and as identified below:

Career Studies - 12 credits:

Career Studies - 6 to 9 credits as follows:

MUSI101 - Fundamentals of Music Credits: 3
or
MUSI102 - Comprehensive Musicianship I Credits: 3
(based on placement test)
MUSI103 - Ear Training Credits: 3 **
MUSI191 - Group Piano I Credits: 3
or successful completion of placement test

Career Studies - 3 to 6 credits from among the following:

General Music

MUSI102 - Comprehensive Musicianship I Credits: 3
MUSI115 - Music Appreciation Credits: 3
MUSI116 - History of Jazz Credits: 3
MUSI201 - Comprehensive Musicianship II Credits: 3

Piano

MUSI192 - Group Piano II Credits: 3
MUSI193 - Group Piano III Credits: 3

Voice

Guitar/Instrumental

MUSI161 - Group Guitar I Credits: 3
MUSI162 - Group Guitar II Credits: 3

Elective - 0-3 credits

Total credits required for degree: 60

Notes:

* Offered Fall term only

** Offered Spring term only

Program Code for registration: HUMUS

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Suggested Sequence - Humanities Program A.A. Degree Music Option

The following sequence is an example of how this degree can be completed in two years. This sequence is based on satisfaction of all Foundational Studies requirements and prerequisites and presumes a Fall Term start date. An individual’s program may vary depending on transfer institution, career objectives, or individual needs. See a counselor for other options and to monitor your progress.

Semester 1 - Fall Term

Career Studies Credits: 3
Mathematics /Science /Technological Competency Credits: 3-4⁽¹⁾
ENGL121 - English Composition: The Writing Process Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Mathematics Credits: 3-4 ⁽¹⁾

Total credits: 15-17

Semester 2 - Spring Term

Career Studies Credits: 3
ENGL122 - English Composition: Writing and Research Credits: 3
Mathematics or Science Credits: 3-4 ⁽¹⁾
History Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3

Total credits: 15-16

Semester 3 - Fall Term

Career Studies Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Science (with lab) Credits: 4 ⁽¹⁾
SPCH115 - Public Speaking Credits: 3
History Credits: 3

Total credits: 16

Semester 4 - Spring Term

Career Studies Credits: 3
Cultural & Global Awareness Credits: 3
Humanities Credits: 3
Social Sciences Credits: 3
Elective Credits: 0-3

Total credits: 12-15

Sequence Notes:

⁽¹⁾A minimum of 12 credits is required from the Mathematics , Sciences or Technological Competency knowledge areas.

Transfer Information

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