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MUS. 501 Studio Lessons I (Applied Music I)

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Minimum Grade for Prerequisites

Unless otherwise indicated, a grade of C or higher is required for all prerequisite courses.

Course Description

This is a performance course focusing on individualized study of an instrument or voice, designed for music majors who are actively pursuing their degree. Emphasis is on developing intermediate undergraduate transfer-level techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied. Each week students will take a 30-minute individual lesson with their assigned teacher and participate in a 50-minute group class. Achievement is evaluated through class performances and a final juried performance. See prerequisites and corequisites for enrollment eligibility.

Units: 1
Degree Credit
Letter Grade Only
  • Lecture hours/semester: 16-18
  • Homework hours/semester: 32-36
Prerequisites: By Audition. Prior experience on an instrument or voice and basic skills in reading music. Students who are unsure about their level of experience should contact the instructor on record prior to registration.
Corequisites: MUS. 231 or MUS. 232 or MUS. 233 or MUS. 234, MUS. 423 or MUS. 424 or MUS. 425 or MUS. 429 or MUS. 430 or MUS. 452 or MUS. 454 or MUS. 470
Transfer Credit: CSU , UC
C-ID: MUS 160