A.A.S. Degree in Performing Arts: Music
The Associate in Applied Science degree program in Performing Arts: Music prepares graduates for employment in a field connected with music or possible transfer to a bachelor’s degree music program.
Below is the suggested course sequence to complete the Performing Arts: Music degree.
NOTE: A.A.S. degrees are primarily intended to prepare students for immediate employment; however, transfer opportunities exist in some areas.
If you plan to pursue a four-year degree program, see department chair or faculty advisor as soon as possible.
Degree Requirements
First Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | Freshman English 1 | 3 |
| MAT ___ | Math | 3 |
| MUS 123 | Basic Musicianship 1 | 5 |
| MUS ___ | Piano | 2 |
| PES 100 | Concepts of Physical Wellness | 1 |
| _____ | Emphasis Credits | 3-5 |
| Total: | 17 - 19 |
Second Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Freshman English 2 | 3 |
| PHY 108 | Acoustics | 3 |
| MUS 124 | Basic Musicianship 2 | 5 |
| MUS ___ | Piano | 2 |
| PES ___ | Physical Education | 1 |
| _____ | Emphasis Credits | 2-4 |
| Total: | 16 - 18 |
Third Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 223 | Advanced Musicianship 1 | 4 |
| MUS ___ | Piano | 2 |
| MUS1__ | Ensemble* | 1 |
| MUS 109 | Music Business | 3 |
| MUS 10_ | Music History** | 3 |
| _____ | Emphasis Credits | 3-6 |
| Total: | 16 - 19 |
Fourth Semester
| Course # | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 224 | Advanced Musicianship 2 | 4 |
| MUS ___ | Piano | 2 |
| MUS 1__ | Ensemble* | 1 |
| _____ | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| MUS 10_ | Music History | 3 |
| _____ | Emphasis Credits | 1-6 |
| Total: | 14 - 19 |
Total Credits: 67 - 71
*Must be MUS 161 Jazz Ensemble if in Jazz/Commercial Music emphasis.
**Must be MUS 105 History of Jazz if in Jazz/Commercial Music emphasis
Emphasis Areas
Music (13 cREDITS)
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 141 | Group Voice 1 | 2 |
| MUS 1__ | Ensemble | 1 |
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
| Second Semester | Credits | |
| MUS 142 | Group Voice 2 | 2 |
| MUS 1__ | Ensemble | 1 |
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
| Third Semester | Credits | |
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
| ___ ___ | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| fourth Semester | Credits | |
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
Music Business (17 crEDITS)
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| BUS 103 | Intro to Business | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| ECO 202 | Micro Economics | 3 |
| Third Semester | ||
| MKT 101 | Marketing | 3 |
| BUS 201 | Business Law 1 | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| OFT 106 | Keyboarding | 1 |
| ACC 153 | Financial Accounting | 4 |
Jazz/Commercial (16 cREDITS)
| First Semester | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
| MUS 161 | Jazz Ensemble | 1 |
| ___ ___ | Social Science Elective | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
| MUS 161 | Jazz Ensemble | 1 |
| Third Semester | ||
| MUS 163 | Jazz Improvisation 1 | 2 |
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |
| Forth Semester | ||
| MUS 164 | Jazz Improvisation 2 | 2 |
| MUS 226 | Elements of Arranging | 3 |
| MUS 1__ | Private Instruction | 1 |