Page 155 of Antelope Valley College 1995-1996 Catalog by Antelope Valley Community College Lancaster California

Music 153 Semester 1 (11 units) MUSIC 4A, Music Writing and Analysis I (3) MUSIC 6A, Musicianship I(2) MUSIC 10A, Keyboard Harmony I (2) MUSIC 22R4, Applied Music (1) MUSIC 23R4, Applied Music Approved performance ensemble (2) Performance (1) Semester 2 (11 units) MUSIC 4B, Music Writing and Analysis II (3) MUSIC 6B, Musicianship II (2) MUSIC 10B, Keyboard Harmony II (2) MUSIC 22R4, Applied Music (1) MUSIC 23R4, Applied Music Approved performance ensemble (2) Performance (1) Semester 3 (14 units) MUSIC 5A, Music Writing and Analysis III (3) MUSIC 6C, Musicianship III (2) MUSIC 10C, Keyboard Harmony III (2) MUSIC 12A, History of Music in Western MUSIC 22R4, Applied Music (1) MUSIC 23R4, Applied Music Approved performance ensemble (2) Civilization (3) Performance (1) Semester 4 (14 units) MUSIC 5B, Music Writing and Analysis IV (3) MUSIC 6D, Musicianship IV (2) MUSIC 10D, Keyboard Harmony IV (2) MUSIC 12B, History of Music in Western MUSIC 22R4, Applied Music (1) MUSIC 23R4, Applied Music Approved performance ensemble (2) Civilization (3) Performance (1) Transfer A student planning to pursue a bachelors degree should complete the following courses prior to transfer. Music Major-CSU, Northridge MUSIC 4A, 4B, Music Writing and Analysis I II (6) MUSIC 5B, Music Writing and MUSIC 12A, 12B, History of Music in At least one ensemble course each Analysis IV (3) Western Civilization (6) semester: MUSIC 170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 179, 180, 182, 183-Ensemble courses similar to CSUN courses will be accepted. At least one applied music course each semester. Note that audition results determine appropriate placement in the applied music course sequence after transfer. Students should consult the department about repertory standards prior to transfer. NOTE: This information is based on the 1992 94 articulation agreement. NOTE: Requirements may vary at four- year institutions. Check the appropriate catalog(s) and consult with a counselor. Music Courses MUSIC 1 *MUSIC APPRECIATION 3 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 50BR4 and ENGL 51BR2. A study of very basic concepts of music theory, and an overview of the stylistic periods of compositions and their unique characteristics. Students will learn to recognize the sound of different orchestral instruments. Students will develop a historical perspective with reference to classical music, and be exposed to the most prominent composers represented in each style period. (CSU, UC, AVC) MUSIC 2 *FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC 3 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 50BR4R4 and ENGL 51BR2. A course designed to present foundation of music theory underlying the music of all cultures in all ages, including study of bass and treble clefs, identification of tonal center by recognition of key signatures, major and minor scales, basic rhythmic skills, construction of intervals, triads and seventh chords and their inversions, and application of the circle of fifths. Beginning composition, including historical and sociological context of styles and forms, is also part of the course. (CSU, UC, AVC) MUSIC 3A *KEYBOARD SKILLS I 2 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Eligibility for ENGL 51BR2. This course provides an understanding of the principles of tonal organization essential to all musical expression from the earliest of cultures to the music of today. An introduction to the principles of playing the piano and reading music designed for persons with no keyboard or musical experience. (CSU, UC, AVC) MUSIC 3B *KEYBOARD SKILLS II 2 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of MUSIC 3A. A continuation of piano skills begun in Music 3A. (CSU, UC, AVC) MUSIC 3C *KEYBOARD SKILLS III 2 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of MUSIC 3B. A continuation of piano skills begun in Music 3A and 3B. (CSU, UC, AVC) MUSIC 3D *KEYBOARD SKILLS IV 2 units 3 hours weekly Prerequisite: Completion of MUSIC 3C. A continuation of piano skills begun in Music 3C. (CSU, UC, AVC)

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