LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CURRICULAR GUIDE
Music
Associate in Applied Arts Degree
Curriculum Code: 0270 (Effective Fall 2000 - Summer 2005)
The Music Program enables students to transfer to a four-year institution
after completing studies in music theory, piano and applied lessons. In
addition to academic music classes, the curriculum includes training in a
private instrument, performances with fine ensembles, and introduction to
computers and music. Emphasis is placed on integrating skills acquisition
with performing opportunities. Not all courses in this program transfer to
all colleges. Students planning to transfer should see an academic advisor or
counselor before enrolling in any course.
This is a selective admission program. In order to be considered as a
candidate for this program, students must meet basic admission requirements
beyond those required for admission to the college.
PREREQUISITES
Students should see the "Course Descriptions" section of this catalog or the
Course Schedule for course prerequisite information. Basic skills assessment
and advising information may be found on page 8 of this catalog.
GENERAL EDUCATION
General education is an important part of this program and includes a
mathematics competency requirement. To fulfill the mathematics competency
requirement, students may need to complete specific course work in
mathematics. For information on how to fulfill all general education
requirements, see page 23.
INFORMATION
The admission requirements for this program may change each academic year.
For the most recent application information, contact the Humanities and
Performing Arts Department, Arts and Sciences Building, Room 255, telephone
number (517) 483-1018 or the LCC Admissions Office, Suite 2300, Gannon
Vocational-Technical Center, telephone number (517) 483-1254.
REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION TO THE MUSIC PROGRAM
Curriculum Code: 0721
In order to be considered as a candidate for this program, students must
complete the following requirements:
a. Submit high school transcript or GED and all college transcripts.
b. Interview with Performing Arts advisor to discuss curriculum
requirements. Repertoire requirements for the audition pertaining to
their specific instrument will be described in detail.
c. Audition. The actual audition day will consist of a live performance
on instrument or voice in front of a faculty panel. A theory test
covering written and aural theory will also be administered on the
audition day. Names of students passing this phase of the Selective
Admissions will be forwarded to the Admissions Office for processing.
MUSIC PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Curriculum Code: 0270
REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 45 CREDITS
CODE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
ENGL 122 Writing: Literature and Ideas 4
MUSC 138 Class Piano Major I 2
MUSC 139 Class Piano Major II 2
MUSC 163 Aural Skills I 1
MUSC 164 Aural Skills II 1
MUSC 193 Basic Musicianship I 3
MUSC 194 Basic Musicianship II 3
MUSC 240 World Music History I 4
MUSC 241 World Music History II 4
MUSC 263 Aural Skills III 1
MUSC 264 Aural Skills IV 1
MUSC 293 Advanced Musicianship I 3
MUSC 294 Advanced Musicianship II 3
MUSC 297 Synthesizers and Computer Music 2
POLS 120 American Political System 4
SPCH 120 Dynamics of Communication 3
WRIT 121 Composition I 4
LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS (See Note 1) TOTAL: 18-20 CREDITS
Complete the indicated number of credits from each CHOICE listed below.
CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 6 Credits
(See the "GENERAL EDUCATION" section above)
Writing Core Area (See Note 2) 0
Speech Communication Core Area (See Note 2) 0
Science/Technology Core Area 3
Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area 3
Mathematics Competency (See page 23 for information on
how to fulfill this requirement. Course work may be needed.)
CHOICE 2: Private Lessons (See Note 3) 8 Credits
MUSC 157 Applied Lesson I 2
MUSC 158 Applied Lesson II 2
MUSC 257 Applied Lesson III 2
MUSC 258 Applied Lesson IV 2
CHOICE 3: Ensembles and Voice (Choose 1 Subchoice) 4-6 Credits
Subchoice 3A: Voice Requirements (See Note 3)
MUSC 108 Concert Choir 1
MUSC 179 Class Voice Major I (See Note 4) 1
MUSC 180 Class Voice Major II (See Note 4) 1
Subchoice 3B: Instrumental Requirements (See Note 3)
MUSC 119 Lansing Concert Band 1
MUSC 121 Percussion Ensemble 1
MUSC 123 Jazz Ensemble 1
MINIMUM TOTAL 63
NOTES:
1. It is strongly recommended that students intending to transfer to 4-year
institutions should meet additional course requirements as outlined in
the MACRAO Transfer Agreement (see "Transfer Information"). Students
should also consult appropriate Curriculum Guides for transfer to
specific 4-year programs (available from advisors.)
2. Students completing "REQUIREMENTS" have fulfilled the requirements for
these Core areas.
3. Course may be repeated and MUST be taken each semester student is
enrolled as a major.
4. Course required only of Voice Majors, and must be taken in addition to
the required vocal ensemble.
SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE
Students should see course descriptions to find out when departments plan to
offer courses. Students who for any reason are unable to follow the course
sequence suggested below (for example, those who are part-time, have
transferred in courses from another school, or have prerequisites to fulfill)
should contact an academic advisor or counselor for help with adjustments.
I II III IV
MUSC 138 ENGL 122 MUSC 240 MUSC 241
MUSC 163 MUSC 139 MUSC 263 MUSC 264
MUSC 193 MUSC 164 MUSC 293 MUSC 294
WRIT 121 MUSC 194 POLS 120 Lim. Ch. 1
Lim. Ch. 1 MUSC 297 SPCH 120 Lim. Ch. 2
Lim. Ch. 2 Lim. Ch. 2 Lim. Ch. 2 Lim. Ch. 3
Lim. Ch. 3 Lim. Ch. 3 Lim. Ch. 3
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