Associate in Arts Degree - Music Option
This versatile program is for students that are interested in a career in the field of music. Possible career paths include accompanist, arts management and music camp directors. This degree can also be used as a starting point from which to add on a B.A. in Music or B.S. in Music Education after completing the A.A. degree.
Degree Requirements
General Education
Core Courses
Student Learning Outcomes
-
Students will perform a variety of musical styles with technical and rhythmic accuracy, tone quality, intonation, musical interpretation, appropriate diction/articulation, and stylistic accuracy both as a solo and ensemble performer, in rehearsal and performance on their primary instrument. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I and VI).
- Students will engage in historical, cultural, theoretical, and educational research in music by identifying and demonstrating ability to use appropriate resources. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, II, III, and VI.)
- Students will analyze and evaluate written music and musical performance, including aural and cognitive comprehension of harmonic, structural, stylistic, and compositional music concepts. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, II, III and VI.)
- Students will engage in music as a profession through membership in professional organizations, and participation in professional activities. (This learning outcome directly addresses Institutional Learning Outcomes I, V, and VI.)
Requirements
General Education Courses
The following course is required as part of General Education
Core Courses
Students must earn a grade of "C" or higher in all required courses for this program.
Total Credit Hours: 28-29