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MUS. 501 Applied Music Lessons I

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Course Description

Individual study of the appropriate beginning undergraduate transfer-level techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied. Emphasis is on the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson and complete appropriate practice hours. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance. Designed for Music majors who are able to perform at college level. NOTE: Individual lessons (8-9 hours per semester) are provided in addition to the lecture.

Units: 1
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 16-18
  • TBA hours/semester: 8-9
  • Homework hours/semester: 24-27
  • Total Student Learning hours/semester: 48-54
Prerequisites: By Audition. Beginning undergraduate transfer-level performance ability and equivalency (i.e. prior experience on an instrument or voice and basic skills in reading music) will be confirmed through placement audition. Students who are unsure about their level of experience should contact the instructor on record prior to registration.
Corequisites: MUS. 105 or MUS. 106 or MUS. 107 or MUS. 108 and MUS. 111 or MUS. 112 or MUS. 113 or MUS. 114 or equivalent., Students must also be enrolled in an Ensemble course or have completed one Ensemble course.
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC
C-ID: MUS 160