Examines the development of Western European music throughout history, beginning with the Fall of the Roman Empire through present day. Students will become acquainted with the musical characteristics/styles, composers and music linked to each of the historical time periods, and explore the evolution of music through such elements. This course will transfer to four-year institutions as a Humanities or Elective.

Prerequisites: None.

Introduces the discipline of music theory. Focuses on the fundamentals of musical notation such as pitches, clefs, accidentals, rhythmic values, key signatures, time signatures, and dynamic markings. Introduces intervals, transposition, triads and their inversions, Roman numeral analysis, macro analysis, figured bass notation, cadences, and elements of melodic organization.

Prerequisites: The ability to read music and/or play an instrument Co-requisite: MUSC 111 (Ear Training I)

Continues studies in the discipline of music theory. Focuses on musical texture and textural reduction, species counterpoint, voice leading in the 4-part chorale, harmonic progressions, harmonic rhythm, and the dominant 7th chord.

Prerequisites: MUSC& 141 Co-requisites: MUSC 112 (Ear Training II)

Furthers studies in the discipline of music theory. Focuses on leading-tone 7th chords, non-dominant 7th chords, secondary dominant and secondary leading-tone chords, modulation, basic two-part (binary) form, and basic three part (ternary) form.

Prerequisites: MUSC& 142 Co-requisites: MUSC 113 (Ear Training III)

In continuation of a six-quarter music theory sequence, this course expands upon concepts covered in prior quarters. Students will strengthen their knowledge of secondary dominants, leading-tone chords, modulation, and binary and ternary forms. Students will be introduced to increasingly chromatic pre-dominant chords, including modal mixture chords, neapolitan, and augmented 6th chords.

Prerequisites: Passing grade in MUSC& 143 (was MUSC 103), or instructor permission

In continuation of a six-quarter music theory sequence, this course expands upon concepts covered in prior quarters, including chromatic harmony, chromatic melodies, phrase structure, harmonic and structural analysis, and the role of these in the development of musical style. Students will gain mastery of standard Roman Numeral analysis through further understanding of chords such as neapolitan, augmented sixth, secondary dominants, and further chromatic harmonies. This course introduces several new musical forms, including Sonata, Rondo, Concerto, vocal forms, and popular music forms. Students will be introduced to aspects of form including primary, secondary, and closing theme groups, transitional material, and typical characteristics of exposition and development.

Prerequisites: Passing grade in MUSC& 241, or instructor permission

This course uses skills acquired over the prior five quarters to address post-tonal and popular music topics. Students will apply existing knowledge of harmonic analysis to popular traditions including jazz, blues, and contemporary popular music. This course introduces techniques for analysis and comprehension of post-tonal Western music, including pitch-set and pitch-class analysis, set ordering, and other post-tonal theoretical devices.

Prerequisites: Passing grade in MUSC& 242, or instructor permission

Introduces the language of music through performance, music reading, and music writing. Introduces basic keyboard and guitar skills. No prior musical background, skills, or prerequisites are required. Enrolled students may check out a guitar and a portable keyboard from the LCC Library.

Prerequisite: None

Introduces basic piano skills in a lab setting comprising group instruction, one-on-one instruction, individual practice, and performance. 'Keyboard skills' courses are intended for music majors, while 'Group Piano Instruction' is intended for non-majors. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisite: None

Reinforces basic piano skills in a lab setting comprising group instruction, one-on-one instruction, individual practice, and performance. 'Keyboard skills' courses are intended for music majors, while 'Group Piano Instruction' is intended for non-majors. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisite: MUSC 106

Further reinforces basic piano skills in a lab setting comprising group instruction, one-on-one instruction, individual practice, and performance. 'Keyboard skills' courses are intended for music majors, while 'Group Piano Instruction' is intended for non-majors. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisite: MUSC 107

Introduces the major solfege system and the art of sight singing in general, focusing on step-wise melodies with simple meters in major keys. Introduces the art of music dictation, or the ability to notate music upon hearing it, by focusing on intervals (pitch pairs), as well as rhythms and melodies in simple meters.

Prerequisite: The ability to read music and play an instrument and/or sing Co-requisite: MUSC& 141

Reinforces the major solfege system and introduces sight singing melodies with skips on the tonic triad in compound meters. Broadens music dictation skills by focusing on increasingly wider intervals (pitch pairs), as well as more complex melodies and rhythms in simple meter with beamed 8th notes and dotted notes.

Prerequisite: MUSC 111 Concurrent requirement: MUSC& 142

Introduces the minor solfege system and explores sight singing melodies with skips on the dominant triad in a variety of meters. Explores increasingly advanced music dictation by focusing on sets of intervals (pitch groups) and the notation of rhythms and melodies in compound meters with beamed 8th and 16th notes.

Prerequisite: MUSC 112 Concurrent requirement: MUSC& 143

Introduces the skills of piano performance and music reading in a lab setting comprising group instruction, one-on-one instruction, individual practice, and performance. No prior musical background, skills, or prerequisites are required. 'Keyboard Skills' courses are intended for music majors, while 'Group Piano Instruction' is intended for non-majors. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisite: None

Introduces students to the fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice and music in an ensemble setting. Students will perform music in a variety of languages, from various genres, eras and styles, ranging from Masterworks to Musical Theatre. Ensemble will perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, and all performances are mandatory. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: Instructor permission.

Identifies fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice and music in an ensemble setting. Students will perform music in a variety of languages, from various genres, eras and styles, ranging from Masterworks to Musical Theatre. Ensemble will perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, and all performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Explores fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice and music in an ensemble setting. Students will perform music in a variety of languages, from various genres, eras and styles, ranging from Masterworks to Musical Theatre. Ensemble will perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, and all performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Preparation and performance of literature from the jazz idiom appropriate from small to large jazz ensemble for required on and off campus concerts. Jazz literature from the swing era to the present will include bebop, rock, funk, fusion and blues. Prior knowledge of jazz improvisation not required. Open to trumpet, trombone, all saxophone, drum, bass, and guitar players with strong musical skills and good music reading abilities. This course may be repeated for credit up to seven quarters.

Prerequisite: Audition or approval by instructor.

Basic chord progressions, strumming and picking patterns, playing popular songs, and reading music on the guitar are introduced. Students will perform with the class and in a duo with a class member.

Prerequisite: None

Builds on the musical rudiments learned in Beginning Guitar which include melody, rhythm, notes, scales, intervals, chords and exercises in improvisation for those who want to move beyond their basic guitar skills. Students will perform with the class and in a duo with a class member.

Prerequisite: MUSC 131 or instructor permission.

Builds on the skills learned in Intermediate Guitar which include more advanced melody, rhythm, notes, scales, intervals, chords and exercises in improvisation for those who want to develop guitar skills beyond an intermediate level. Students will perform with the class and in a duo with a class member.

Prerequisite: MUSC 132 or instructor permission.

Offers participation in the Southwest Washington Symphony, a student/community orchestra, which rehearses and performs standard symphonic literature. Admission is by audition. The course may be repeated for credit up to seven quarters. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisite: Instructor Permission

Introduces the art of singing, with focus on the development of healthy, efficient vocal production (breath support, vowel alignment, range extension, tone color), diction, song interpretation and performance etiquette. Students will become familiar with the structure and mechanics of the voice through study, discussion, practice and solo performances. Provides students with the skills needed to prepare and perform vocal literature.

Prerequisite: None

Rehearsal and performance of symphonic band literature. Participants receive weekly instruction in musicianship and large ensemble performance. Activities of this course may include performance in concerts, commencement, other campus events, and events in the community. Course may be repeated up to seven times for credit.

Prerequisites: None

Introduces the fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice, music and showmanship in small performance choir. Students will memorize and perform music from a variety of styles ranging from Broadway & Contemporary to Jazz & Classical music with an emphasis on a capella repertoire. The course will occasionally employ some choreography, blocking, and/or staging. Ensembles perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, as well as various community outreach performances. All performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Identifies fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice, music and showmanship in small performance choir. Students will memorize and perform music from a variety of styles ranging from Broadway & Contemporary to Jazz & Classical music with an emphasis on a capella repertoire. The course will occasionally employ some choreography, blocking, and/or staging. Ensembles perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, as well as various community outreach performances. All performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Explores fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice, music and showmanship in small performance choir. Students will memorize and perform music from a variety of styles ranging from Broadway & Contemporary to Jazz & Classical music with an emphasis on a capella repertoire. The course will occasionally employ some choreography, blocking, and/or staging. Ensembles perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, as well as various community outreach performances. All performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Provides instrumental / vocal / composition instruction to acquire and refine musical techniques using skill level appropriate repertoire and materials.

Prerequisite: None

Provides instrumental / vocal / composition instruction to acquire and refine musical techniques using skill level appropriate repertoire and materials.

Prerequisite: MUSC 176

Provides instrumental / vocal / composition instruction to acquire and refine musical techniques using developmentally appropriate repertoire and materials.

Prerequisite: MUSC 177

Demonstrates fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice and music in an ensemble setting. Students will perform music in a variety of languages, from various genres, eras and styles, ranging from Masterworks to Musical Theatre. Ensemble will perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, and all performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Examines fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice and music in an ensemble setting. Students will perform music in a variety of languages, from various genres, eras and styles, ranging from Masterworks to Musical Theatre. Ensemble will perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, and all performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Refines fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice and music in an ensemble setting. Students will perform music in a variety of languages, from various genres, eras and styles, ranging from Masterworks to Musical Theatre. Ensemble will perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, and all performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Introduces the fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice, music and showmanship in small performance choir. Students will memorize and perform music from a variety of styles ranging from Broadway & Contemporary to Jazz & Classical music with an emphasis on a capella repertoire. The course will occasionally employ some choreography, blocking, and/or staging. Ensembles perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, as well as various community outreach performances. All performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Introduces the fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice, music and showmanship in small performance choir. Students will memorize and perform music from a variety of styles ranging from Broadway & Contemporary to Jazz & Classical music with an emphasis on a capella repertoire. The course will occasionally employ some choreography, blocking, and/or staging. Ensembles perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, as well as various community outreach performances. All performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four-year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Refines fundamental techniques and principles of integrating voice, music and showmanship in small performance choir. Students will memorize and perform music from a variety of styles ranging from Broadway & Contemporary to Jazz & Classical music with an emphasis on a capella repertoire. The course will occasionally employ some choreography, blocking, and/or staging. Ensembles perform a minimum of 1 concert per quarter, as well as various community outreach performances. All performances are mandatory. This course will transfer to four-year institutions as an Elective or a Humanities credit. Lab hours are required for this course.

Prerequisites: None

Provides instrumental / vocal / composition instruction to acquire and refine musical techniques using developmentally appropriate repertoire and materials.

Prerequisite: MUSC 178

Provides instrumental / vocal / composition instruction to acquire and refine musical techniques using developmentally appropriate repertoire and materials.

Prerequisite: MUSC 276

Provides instrumental / vocal / composition instruction to acquire and refine musical techniques using developmentally appropriate repertoire and materials.

Prerequisite: MUSC 277

Offers individualized learning opportunities for knowledge or skill development. Content and expectations are established between the student and instructor, and documented in an Independent Study contract.

Prerequisites: By instructor permission only.