Program: Commercial Music
Composition and Digital Music Production AAS |
Music Business and Entrepreneurship AAS
Music Business and Entrepreneurship Certificate | Performing Musician AAS Performing Musician Certificate | Recording Technology AAS Recording Technology Certificate (One-Year Certificate) | Recording Technology Certificate (Two-Year Certificate) 
This degree plan includes updates that were added after it was originally published on June 11, 2015. New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow the version on this page. Show me the June 11, 2015, web published version. Show me what changed in 2015-2016. COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- COMPOSITION AND DIGITAL MUSIC PRODUCTION(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.CM.COMP.DIGIT.14 This program is designed to prepare the student with the writing skills required for arranging and composing for small and large instrumental and vocal groups in all areas of commercial music, i.e., jazz, rock, pop, country/western. Standard manuscript techniques will be emphasized in actual writing assignments.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
+Ensembles - must be selected from the following:
++Applied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 1101 through MUAP 1181. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- MUSIC BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.CM.BUS.ENTRP.14 This program is designed to prepare the music major in retaining for the music industry job market. Training is provided in music skills as well as in business, i.e., business of music, salesmanship, small business management. The training is culminated with work experience coordinated through local merchants.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
+Ensembles - must be selected from the following:
++Applied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 1101 through MUAP 1181. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- MUSIC BUSINESS AND ENTREPRENEURSHIPGainful Employment Information(Level I Certificate) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: C1.CM.BUS.ENTRP This program is designed to prepare the music major in retailing for the music industry job market. Training is provided in music skills as well as in business, i.e., business of music, salesmanship, retailing techniques.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- PERFORMING MUSICIANGainful Employment Information(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.CM.PERFORM.14 This program is designed to prepare the instrumental and vocal student for performances in commercial music, i.e., jazz, rock, pop, country/western. This training will include work in performance techniques, styles, solo and ensemble work, repertoire for small and large groups, and actual performances.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
+Ensembles - must be selected from the following:
++Applied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 1101 through MUAP 1181. +++Applied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 2201 through MUAP 2281. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
This degree plan includes updates that were added after it was originally published on June 11, 2015. New students who are entering the college for the first time should follow the version on this page. Show me the June 11, 2015, web published version. Show me what changed in 2015-2016. COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- PERFORMING MUSICIANGainful Employment Information(Level I Certificate) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: C1.MUSI.PERFORMING This program is designed to prepare the instrumental or vocal student for entry-level positions in the live performing market of commercial music (jazz, rock, pop, country, etc, ) with enough training provided for a strong foundation to build upon. Coursework includes development of music theory written and aural skills, keyboard introduction, audio engineering and MIDI skills, and development of improvisation skills and repertoire applicable to the individual student.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
+Ensembles - must be selected from the following:
++Applied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 1101 through MUAP 1181 or MUAP 2201 through MUAP 2281.
COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- RECORDING TECHNOLOGYGainful Employment Information(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.CM.RECORD.14 This program is designed to prepare commercial musicians with additional skills in the field of recording technology. In addition to preparing the student in vocal or instrumental commercial music techniques, training is provided in the basic console recording skills such as microphone selection and placement, mix down techniques, master tape production, studio techniques, trouble-shooting, and session procedures. Emphasis is placed on the specific needs of the commercial musician in the field of recording.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
+Ensembles - must be selected from the following:
++Applied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 1101 through MUAP 1181. NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- RECORDING TECHNOLOGYGainful Employment Information(Level I One-Year Certificate) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: C1.MUS.1Y.RECORD.12 This program is designed to prepare commercial musicians with additional skills in the field of recording technology. In addition to preparing the student in vocal or instrumental commercial music techniques, training is provided in the basic console recording skills such as microphone selection and placement, mix down techniques, master tape production, studio techniques, trouble-shooting, and session procedures. Emphasis is placed on the specific needs of the commercial musician in the field of recording.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.
COMMERCIAL MUSIC -- RECORDING TECHNOLOGYGainful Employment Information(Level I Two-Year Certificate) Cedar Valley only
Degree Plan Code: C1.MUS.2Y.RECORD.12 This program is designed to prepare commercial musicians with additional skills in the field of recording technology. In addition to preparing the student in vocal or instrumental commercial music techniques, training is provided in the basic console recording skills such as microphone selection and placement, mix down techniques, master tape production, studio techniques, trouble-shooting, and session procedures. Emphasis is placed on the specific needs of the commercial musician in the field of recording.
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
SEMESTER IV
+Elective - must be selected from either of the following MUEN or MUAP: Ensembles
Applied Music CoursesApplied music courses to be selected from any music course numbered from MUAP 1101 through MUAP 1181. |
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