Music, B.A.

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The Bachelor of Arts degree is intended for those students seeking a broad education in music. The curriculum stresses theory, history and literature, and performance of music.

The total number of units required for the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music is 180 units, of which 84 units are in the major. Consult with an advisor for the specific number of units required in all areas of the degree including GE and free electives.

Requirements for the Major (84 units)

A total of 180 units is required for the degree. A BA Senior Recital (MUS 441) or Senior Project (MUS 487) is required.

(Students must be enrolled in applied music during the quarter the Senior Recital is performed. Students electing to complete a Senior Project must register for at least 3 units of MUS 487 over a minimum of two quarters, including the quarter during which the final project is submitted. MUS 487 may be used as an elective.)

See Undergraduate Studies: General Information for details about the General Education and other requirements which constitute the units outside the major.

Upper Division Core Courses (27 units)

Select 6 units from the following repeatable ensemble courses.

Applied Music (6 units)

Select from the following (6 units):

The units in applied music are lower or upper division depending upon audition results. It is expected that students will reach the 400 level of study prior to the senior recital.

Piano Proficiency Requirement

All students are required to take a piano proficiency examination, MUS 243D , and pass it, or complete MUS 343C (Class Piano Instruction), before being approved for graduation. Those who are deficient in this area should take appropriate additional course work as recommended by their adviser.

Required units for the Major (20 units)

Required Courses in Music Theory (3 –8 units)

Select from the following:

MUS 362 - Orchestration and Arranging (4)
MUS 460 - Composition (3)
MUS 463 - Counterpoint (3)
MUS 464 - Musical Form (3)
MUS 465 - Contemporary Techniques (4)

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Music, B.A.

Requirements for the Major (84 units)

Lower Division Core Courses (31 units)

Upper Division Core Courses (27 units)

Select 6 units from the following repeatable ensemble courses.

Applied Music (6 units)

Piano Proficiency Requirement

Required units for the Major (20 units)

Required Courses in Music Theory (3 –8 units)

Recital/Project Requirement

Music Electives (4-11 units)

Electives in the Arts other than Music (6 - 8 units)