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Catalog: 2011–2012 Catalog Year

Course Descriptions

Music: Ensemble (MUSE)

Communications and Fine Arts Division

MUSE 101: Concert Choir

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: none

Teaches representative choral music of all periods. Choir is featured in concerts throughout the WNC service area. May be repeated for a total of four units.

MUSE 111: Concert Band

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: intermediate proficiency on a band instrument

Introduces study and performance of band literature. Class may be repeated for a total of four units.

MUSE 123: Orchestra

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: consent of instructor; audition is required

Includes rehearsal and performance of orchestral music. Students are required to participate in scheduled performances. Class may be repeated for a total of four units.

MUSE 131: Jazz Ensemble

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: intermediate proficiency on a band instrument

Introduces study and performance of jazz ensemble literature. May be repeated for up to four units.

MUSE 135: Jazz Vocal Ensemble

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: instrumentalists should be of intermediate level proficiency. No prerequisites for vocalists

Explores a variety of musical styles, including pop, rock and jazz. Class may be repeated for a total of eight units.

MUSE 172: Accompanying

Units (Credits): 1; Prerequisites: intermediate level of piano proficiency

Coaches the individual in the techniques used in accompanying choirs and instruments on the piano. Class may be repeated for up to four units.