My Academic Plan
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree at the community college and transfer to a university to complete a BA in Music. Students explore music theory, history, and application. Music, as in all the arts, is an expression and transcendence of the human experience. Music courses serve as an introduction into the examination of sound as a vibrant art form and provide training in performance and composition. The music department offers humanities and performance classes open to all students from beginning through advanced. Our faculty will help students explore their talents and invigorate their passion in music. This program is designed for students wanting to complete the first two years of a bachelor's degree and transfer to a university to complete a BA in Music. Careers typically require a bachelor's degree.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ENG 121 | English Composition I | 3 |
| MUS 110 | Music Theory I | 3 |
| MUS 112 | Ear Training/Sight-Singing I Lab | 1 |
| MUS 131 | Music Class I (Guitar, Piano or Voice) | 2 |
| MUS 141 | Private Instruction I | 1-2 |
| MUS 151 | Ensemble I | 1 |
| MUS 121 | Music History Medieval to Classical | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 14-15 |
Semester Note: It is important to contact Music Faculty for advising, assessment, and placement. For MUS 110 and MUS 112, faculty recommend you take MUS 100 as preparation if you have limited experience in music notation, and this will count as your music elective.
You may also complete ENG 122 and a gtPathways CO3 course.
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| ENG 122 | English Composition II | 3 |
| MUS 111 | Music Theory II | 3 |
| MUS 113 | Ear Training/Sight-Singing II Lab | 1 |
| MUS 142 | Private Instruction II | 1-2 |
| MUS 152 | Ensemble II | 1 |
| MUS 122 | Music History Early Romantic to Present | 3 |
| GT- MA1 | MAT 120 or Any GT-MA1 | 3-4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-17 |
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MUS 210 | Music Theory III | 3 |
| MUS 212 | Ear Training/Sight-Singing Lab III | 1 |
| MUS 251 | Ensemble I | 1 |
| MUS 241 | Private Instruction I | 1-2 |
| GT- SS | PSY 101 or Any GT-SS | 3 |
| GT- HI1 | HIS 101, HIS 102, HIS 111, HIS 112, or Any GT-HI1 | 3 |
| GT- SC1/2 | Any Science (GT-SC1/2) Course: ___________ | 3-5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-18 |
Fourth Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MUS 211 | Music Theory IV | 3 |
| MUS 213 | Ear Training/Sight-Singing Lab IV | 1 |
| MUS 252 | Ensemble II | 1 |
| MUS 242 | Private Instruction II | 1-2 |
| GT- SS | PSY 101 or Any GT-SS | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | MUS 123, MUS 125, MUS 161, MUS 163, or MUS 167 | 3 |
| GT- SC1/2 | Any Science (GT-SC1/2) Course: ___________ | 3-5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 15-18 |
Semester Note: You must complete 60 credits to earn your Associate of Arts degree. You should not exceed 62 credits. You may want to check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.