PERFORMING ARTS: MUSIC A.S.
Cayuga’s Music Program prepares students for a broad range of careers by emphasizing a combination of musical concepts, versatility, and performance. It is designed for students planning to transfer into music programs at four-year colleges and universities.
The program provides students with a comprehensive foundation in music theory, musicianship, and applied music, as well as a solid liberal arts background. Students are encouraged to develop their own proficiency through a balance of technical skills, problem-solving strategies, conceptual development, and experimentation. Students also learn about the practical application of working in the field of music education and performance.
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Music A.S. students will:
- Demonstrate an understanding of music literacy.
- Increase their vocal and instrumental proficiency.
- Demonstrate proficiency in music theory concepts in practice and performance.
- Demonstrate proficiency in musicianship concepts in practice and performance.
- Understand the history of Classical, Jazz/Commercial and World Music styles and their role in society.
- Develop skills in improvisation and composition.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform individually and in ensemble settings.
CAREER POSSIBILITIES
Career possibilities include music education, jazz/commercial performance, orchestral performance, musical theatre, music therapy, and music business.
TRANSFER INFORMATION
For information on transfer services, students should contact their advisor and the Coordinator for Transfer and Articulation in the Centers for Student Engagement and Academic Advisement. Early consultation to plan the most appropriate course sequence will optimize transferability.
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
General Education requirements must be met before the AS degree will be granted.
| COURSES | CREDIT HOURS | |
|---|---|---|
| FIRST SEMESTER | ||
| ENGL 101 | Freshman English I | 3 |
| MUSI 145 | Music Theory I | 2 |
| MUSI 131 | Musicianship I | 1 |
| MUSI 200 | Applied Music | 2 |
| MUSI 101 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| Required Ensemble * | 1 | |
| Physical Education | 1 | |
| Health | 1 | |
| SUB-TOTAL | 14 | |
| SECOND SEMESTER | ||
| ENGL 102 | Freshman English II | 3 |
| General Education Math | 3 | |
| MUSI 146 | Music Theory II | 2 |
| MUSI 132 | Musicianship II | 1 |
| MUSI 200 | Applied Music | 2 |
| MUSI 154 OR MUSI 158 |
Piano I OR Guitar |
3 |
| Required Ensemble * | 1 | |
| Physical Education | 1 | |
| SUB-TOTAL | 16 | |
| THIRD SEMESTER | ||
| General Education US History and Civic Engagement OR General Education World History and Global Awareness |
3 | |
| General Education Science | 3 | |
| MUSI 200 | Applied Music | 2 |
| MUSI 245 | Music Theory III | 2 |
| MUSI 231 | Musicianship III | 1 |
| Required Ensemble * | 1 | |
| Music Elective | 3 | |
| SUB-TOTAL | 15 | |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | ||
| MUSI 246 | Music Theory IV | 2 |
| MUSI 232 | Musicianship IV | 1 |
| MUSI 200 | Applied Music | 2 |
| Required Ensemble * | 1 | |
| General Education Social Science | 3 | |
| MUSI 121 | World Music | 3 |
| Music Elective | 3 | |
| SUB-TOTAL | 15 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | 60 | |
* Required Ensemble can be fulfilled by MUSI 100, 114, 115, 117, 118, 119, 120, 140, 141, and 211.
A prior felony conviction may hinder a student’s ability to enroll in a course or complete the requirements of certain academic programs and/or meet the criteria for licensure required by certain professions.