LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CURRICULUM GUIDE
Music
Associate in Applied Arts Degree
Curriculum Code: 0270 (Effective Fall 2003 - Summer 2008)
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 private training
in an 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 Course Descriptions or Course Offerings for course
prerequisite information. See the Assessment and Placement Testing section
for skills assessment and advising information.
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: 38 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 197 Intro to Music Technolgies 2
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
WRIT 121 Composition I 4
LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS (See Note 1) TOTAL: 22-26 CREDITS
Complete the indicated number of credits from each CHOICE listed below.
CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 10-12 Credits
(See General Education Core Requirements for information on how to fulfill
these requirements. Core area proficiency exams, where appropriate, are
available for each core area.)
Communication Core Area 3
Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area (See Note 2) 0
Mathematics Core Area 3-4
Science Core Area 4-5
Writing Core Area (See Note 2) 0
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 one subchoice) 4-6 Credits
Subchoice 3A: Voice Requirements
MUSC 108 Concert Choir (See Note 3) 1
MUSC 178 Beginning Diction for Singers (See Note 4) 2
Subchoice 3B: Instrumental Requirements (See Note 3)
MUSC 119 Lansing Concert Band 1
MUSC 121 Percussion Ensemble 1
MUSC 122 Guitar Ensemble 1
MUSC 123 Jazz Ensemble 1
MINIMUM TOTAL 60
NOTES:
1. It is strongly recommended that students intending to transfer to four-
year institutions meet additional course requirements as outlined
in the MACRAO Transfer Agreement (see "Transfer Information"). Students
should also consult appropriate Transfer Guides for specific four-year
programs (available from Counseling and Advising).
2. Students completing "REQUIREMENTS" have fulfilled the requirements for
this Core area.
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 Lim. Ch. 1 Lim. Ch. 1
Lim. Ch. 2 MUSC 197 Lim. Ch. 2 Lim. Ch. 2
Lim. Ch. 3 Lim. Ch. 1 Lim. Ch. 3 Lim. Ch. 3
Lim. Ch. 2
Lim. Ch. 3
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