Las Positas College | Spring 2023 | Class Schedule

54 SPRING 2023 925.424.1000 | [email protected] SPRING 2023 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the onl ine schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section detai ls and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. MUS 35 INTRO TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Units This course covers the following basic aspects of music technology: computer skills, software-based sequencing, synthesis, MIDI, sampling, notation, principles of sound, microphones, introduction to digital audio, signal processing, mixers and mixing, recording principles, cables and interconnects, and audio in live performance. MUS 36 INTERMEDIATE MUSIC TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Units This course is the 2nd level course in the music technology series. Topics include intermediate/advanced computer skills, software-based sequencing, synthesis, MIDI, sampling, notation, principles of sound, microphones, introduction to digital audio, signal processing, mixers and mixing, recording principles, cables and interconnects, and audio in live performance. Prerequisite: MUS 35 MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS 1.0 Units Individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied. Theemphasis ison theprogressivedevelopment of skillsneeded for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance. Enrollment subject to a standardized audition demonstrating basic competencies in technique and musicianship in their major performance medium. Corequisites: MUS 8A or MUS 8B or MUS 10A or MUS 10B or MUS 12 or MUS 14 or MUS 15 or MUS 16 or MUS 44 or MUS 45 or MUS 46A or MUS 46B or MUS 48. MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- BASS 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- BASSOON 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- CELLO 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- COMPOSITION 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- DRUMS 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- FLUTE 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- GUITAR 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- JAZZ PIANO 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- JAZZ VOICE 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- LOW BRASS 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- PERCUSSION 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- PIANO 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- TRUMPET 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- WOODWINDS 1.0 Units MUS 38 APPLIED LESSONS- VOICE 1.0 Units MUS 41 INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER MUSIC 1.0 Units This course is an instrumental music ensemble that performs selections from the standard classical repertoire, as well as modern compositions. Students develop all aspects of instrumental performance including technique, sight-reading, intonation, rhythmic interpretation, ensemble balance, and stylistic interpretation. Musical instruments may include on improvisation, accompaniment, bass lines, grooves, and reharmonization. Strongly Recommended: MUS 21A with a minimum grade of C. MUS 18B JAZZ/POP PIANO 2 1.0 Units Building on the content offered in Music 18A, this course offers more advanced voicings, chords, and guidelines for interpretation of lead sheets in a variety of genres for the contemporary pianist. The student learns chords and chord progressions used in jazz and popular music styles as applied to the keyboard, focusing on chromatic seventh chords and sequences, chord extensions and advanced rhythmic concepts. Prerequisite: MUS 18A with a minimum grade of C MUS 19 STUDIES IN MUSIC COMPOSITION 3.0 Units Presents a technical and historical analysis of works in various music languages. Students will compose individual pieces to be performed by college-based music ensembles. Strongly Recommended: MUS 8A with a minimum grade of B MUS 21A BEGINNING PIANO 1.0 Units Group instruction in piano for the absolute beginner with emphasis on developing technique, reading music, and performing. Strongly Recommended: MUS 6 MUS 21B INTERMEDIATE PIANO 1.0 Units Development of skills learned in Music 21A. Emphasis on further development of technique and performance. Prerequisite: Mus 21A with a minimum grade of C MUS 23A ELEMENTARY VOICE I 1.0 Units Group singing with emphasis on solo performance. Tone production, breathing, diction, and interpretation in regard to song literature. Strongly Recommended: MUS 6 MUS 23B ELEMENTARY VOICE II 1.0 Units Development of skills learned in Music 23A. Emphasis on further development of vocal production and performance. Prerequisite: MUS 23A with a minimum grade of C MUS 28 KEYBOARD SKILLS 1.0 Units Emphasis on correct harmonization of melodies with various styles of piano accompaniments; transposition; improvisation ; modulation; sight reading; principles of accompanying soloists and groups; ensemble playing; playing by ear. Frequent solo and ensemble performances in class. Intended for piano teachers or classroom music teachers. Strongly Recommended: MUS 21B MUS 31 STUDY OF PIANO 1.0 Units Building off of knowledge and skills from MUS 21B, MUS 31 continues development of functional piano skill for intermediate or advanced level. Prerequisite: MUS 21B with a minimum grade of C MUS 34 MUSIC IN FILM 3.0 Units The class traces the history and development of film music through reading, lecture and film viewing. The class studies the process of film scoring and how music and its relationship to film have changed over the last century. Class includes discussion and evaluation of different compositional styles and learning to listen critically to film scores while viewing movies.

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