MUS 149 - Applied Music

Credits: 1
1 Skills Lab Hours

Description

This course combines private music instruction with rehearsal and performance. Students choose to study voice, an instrument or composition. Instruction consists of fifteen 30-minute private music lessons. An additional eight hours are devoted to rehearsing and performing in a recital. Lessons focus on music reading, repertoire development and technique. Students’ choice of study (voice, an instrument or composition) may be limited based on private instructor availability. Students may enroll in this course in four separate semesters.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Perform selected pieces or compose and notate original music.
Demonstrate vocal, instrumental or compositional techniques appropriate to the applicable musical style.
Interpret standard music notation.
Develop a repertoire for performance.
Evaluate their own performances or compositions.

Listed Topics

Vocal, instrumental or compositional methods
Music reading
Repertoire development
Performance practice

Reference Materials
Sheet music, music recordings, internet

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Culture Society & Citizenship

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 04/13/2025

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