Some performance courses require auditions during the first week of class. A maximum of 12 units is allowed in performance courses. Please also see course listing in Music History.
MUSIC 1, FUNDAMENTALS OF MUSIC 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • IGETC AREA 3A (Arts) • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides the study of the rudiments of music notation, including scales, intervals, triads and seventh chords. Also included are rhythmic drills, sight singing and exercises using computer-assisted instruction. This course (or the equivalent) is a prerequisite for all other music theory courses.
2424 8:00a-9:20a MW M 137 Young A L
2425 8:00a-9:20a TTh M 139 Mills J G
2426 8:00a-11:05a F M 137 Gran C L
2427 9:30a-10:50a MW M 137 Young A L
2428 11:15a-12:35p MW M 137 Takesue S A
2429 11:15a-2:20p F M 137 Gran C L
2430 12:45p-2:05p MW M 137 Martin J M
2431 2:15p-3:35p TTh M 169 Carlson M C
Above section 2431 is part of the Scholars Program and enrollment is limited to program participants. See Special Programs section of class schedule or www.smc.edu/scholars for additional information.
2432 2:15p-3:35p TTh M 137 Mills J G
2433 3:45p-5:05p MW M 137 Gran C L
NEW 3051 3:45p-5:05p MW M 139 Staff
4451 6:30p-9:35p F M 137 Sheridan P M
9:00a-12:05p Sat M 137 Sheridan P M
Above section 4451 meets for 8 weeks, Sept 04 to Oct 23.
4452 6:30p-9:35p F M 137 Staff
9:00a-12:05p Sat M 137 Staff
Above section 4452 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 30 to Dec 18.
4453 6:45p-9:50p W M 137 Gliadkovsky K
MUSIC 2, MUSICIANSHIP 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 1. • Corequisite: Music 6.
This course covers sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, and in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, and harmonic progressions. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted instruction. Correlated with Music 6. (Diatonic Harmony)
2434 8:00a-9:20a TTh M 137 Martin J M
2435 11:15a-12:35p MW M 139 Turner J F
4454 6:45p-9:50p Th M 169 Carlson M C
MUSIC 3, MUSICIANSHIP 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 2. • Corequisite: Music 7.
This course covers sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, and harmonic progressions. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted instruction. Correlated with Music 7. (Chromatic Harmony)
2436 8:00a-9:20a TTh M 169 Goodman D B
MUSIC 4, MUSICIANSHIP 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 3. • Corequisite: Music 8.
This course covers sight singing with the “movable do” system, keyboard harmony, in-class dictation of melodic lines, rhythmic patterns, intervals, and harmonic progressions. Also included are ear training exercises using computer-assisted instruction. Correlated with Music 8. (Modulation and Analysis)
2437 9:30a-10:50a MW M 169 Goodman D B
MUSIC 6, DIATONIC HARMONY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 1. • Corequisite: Music 2.
This course provides a study of the diatonic materials of common practice: triads, seventh chords, root progressions, and the strict discipline of part-writing based on the Bach chorale. Also included are cadences, non-harmonic tones, phrase structure, and modulation to closely related keys. Correlated with Music 2. (Musicianship)
2438 9:30a-10:50a MW M 139 Takesue S A
2439 9:30a-10:50a TTh M 137 Martin J M
4455 6:45p-9:50p M M 169 Carlson M C
MUSIC 7, CHROMATIC HARMONY 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 6 • Corequisite: Music 3.
This course continues the study of conventional harmony by introducing secondary dominants, diminished seventh chords, dominant ninth chords, and altered chords such as the Neapolitan chord and the augmented sixth chords. The discipline of part-writing is continued, and the notions of both permanent and transient modulation presented. Correlated with Music 3. (Musicianship)
2440 9:30a-10:50a TTh M 169 Goodman D B
MUSIC 8, MODULATION AND ANALYSIS 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 7. • Corequisite: Music 4.
This course is designed to integrate the elements of harmonic structure presented in Music 6 and 7 with broader concepts of style so that entire compositions of the common practice period can be analyzed and understood. Emphasis is placed on chord analysis, phrase structure, tonal relationships, and macro-form. As a supplement, an introduction to the melodic and harmonic devices of the 20th Century is given. Correlated with Music 4. (Musicianship)
2441 11:15a-12:35p MW M 169 Goodman D B
MUSIC 40, OPERA WORKSHOP (3,3,3,3) 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment audition required. • Advisory: Music 50B.
This course is designed for intermediate and advanced singers interested in developing their vocal abilities and becoming acquainted with and learning selected works from the standard operatic repertoire.
4460 6:45p-9:50p MT M 139 Pinner S A
Arrange-3 Hours M 139 Pinner S A
MUSIC 45, MUSICAL THEATRE WORKSHOP (3,3) 3 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.
Theories, techniques, and practices of musical theatre performance are studied with laboratory instruction leading to public performances. The class concentrates on preparing and performing scenes, culminating in a public performance.
Music 45 is the same course as Theatre Arts 45. Students may earn credit for one, but not both.
2459 12:45p-5:20p MW M CONHALL Turner J F
Arrange-3 Hours M CONHALL Turner J F
MUSIC 50A, ELEMENTARY VOICE (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles of singing: breath control, tone production, diction and the use of appropriate song material.
2460 12:45p-2:05p MW M 139 Pinner S A
2461 12:45p-2:05p TTh M 139 Trabold W E
2462 2:15p-3:35p MW M 139 Pinner S A
NEW 2974 3:15p-4:35p MW None Zaslove-Kahn, Diana
Above section 2974 meets September 20, 2004 - January 19, 2005 at Venice High School, 13000 Venice Blvd., CA 90066.
4461 6:45p-9:50p Th M 139 Gordon G R
MUSIC 50B, INTERMEDIATE VOICE (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 50A.
This course is the continued development of basic technique, musicianship, style and interpretations and song repertoire.
2463 3:00p-6:05p T M 139 Pinner S A
NEW 2975 3:15p-4:35p MW None Zaslove-Kahn, Diana
Above section 2975 meets September 20, 2004 – January 19, 2005 at Venice High School, 13000 Venice Blvd., CA 90066.
4462 6:45p-9:50p M M 137 Parnell D J
MUSIC 52, ADVANCED PRODUCTION – MUSICAL THEATRE (5,5,5) 5 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Pre-enrollment auditions required.
This course includes rehearsals and performances of the department’s musical theatre production. Dance laboratory is included.
2464 Arrange-28 Hours AIR 117 Turner J F
Above section 2464 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 18 to Dec 10, at the Airport Campus, 2800 Airport Avenue, Santa Monica Airport.
MUSIC 53, JAZZ VOCAL ENSEMBLE (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Audition required.
Selected vocal students function as a musical ensemble. They prepare and perform vocal music in the jazz and popular idiom.
4463 6:45p-9:50p Th M 137 Bourquin C
Arrange-1 Hour Bourquin C
MUSIC 55, CONCERT CHORALE (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Audition required.
The concert chorale is open to all students, subject to audition standards. The course includes study and performance of major choral works, both a cappella and accompanied.
4464 6:45p-9:50p W JA 27 Smith J E
Arrange-1 Hour JA 27 Smith J E
Above section 4464 meets at John Adams Middle School, 2425 16th Street.
MUSIC 59, CHAMBER CHOIR (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Audition required.
The chamber choir studies and performs compositions ranging from the madrigal to contemporary works suitable for small ensembles.
4465 6:45p-9:50p T M 137 Staff
Arrange-1 Hour Staff
MUSIC 60A, ELEMENTARY PIANO, FIRST LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Instruction in this course ranges from an introduction to the keyboard to the reading of simple pieces at sight in all major keys. Technical problems, basic music theory, major scales, hand-over-hand arpeggios, simple chording and an introduction to piano literature are stressed.
2465 8:00a-9:20a MW M 101 Mills J G
2466 9:00a-12:05p Sat M 101 Gliadkovskaya E
2467 11:15a-2:20p F M 101 Lepley L E
2468 2:15p-3:35p MW M 101 Tuit R H
2469 2:15p-3:35p TTh M 101 Kim J
2470 3:45p-5:05p TTh M 101 Kim J
4466 6:30p-9:35p F M 101 Sterling J
4467 6:45p-9:50p M M 101 Gliadkovsky K
4468 6:45p-9:50p T M 101 Madlangsakay M
4469 6:45p-9:50p Th M 101 Merrifield D R
MUSIC 60B, ELEMENTARY PIANO, SECOND LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 60A.
Instruction in this course ranges from an introduction to major and harmonic minor scale fingerings, minor key signatures, hand-over-hand arpeggios, triad inversions, primary chord harmonization, sight-reading, and transposition. Pieces are studied with attention to basic concepts of piano technique and interpretation such as phrasing, tone, touches, and dynamics.
2471 8:00a-9:20a TTh M 101 Tuit R H
2472 12:45p-2:05p MW M 101 Tuit R H
4470 6:45p-9:50p W M 101 Lepley L E
MUSIC 60C, ELEMENTARY PIANO, THIRD LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 60B.
Instruction in this course includes an emphasis on repertoire by master composers with attention to technical approach, interpretation, and harmonic analysis. Major and harmonic minor scales, arpeggios and inversions are continued.
2473 9:30a-10:50a MW M 101 Kim J
2474 12:45p-2:05p TTh M 101 Takesue S A
MUSIC 60D, ELEMENTARY PIANO, FOURTH LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 60C.
In this course elementary pieces from the standard repertoire of all musical periods are studied with an emphasis on technique, interpretation, and harmonic analysis. Keyboard musicianship skills, including major and harmonic minor scales, major and minor arpeggios and chord progressions involving seventh chords and secondary triads, are stressed.
2475 9:30a-10:50a TTh M 101 Tuit R H
MUSIC 61A, INTERMEDIATE PIANO, FIFTH LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 60D.
This course is a study of intermediate-level original piano compositions by master composers. It includes technical studies, analysis of literature performed, in-depth instruction on the interpretation of literature performed, major and minor scales (4 octaves hands together), major and minor arpeggios (3 octaves, hands together), chord progressions, and harmonization.
2476 11:15a-12:35p MW M 101 Tuit R H
MUSIC 65A, KEYBOARD IMPROVISATION I 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 60C.
Instruction includes 7th, 9th, and 13th chords, their voicing, and use in jazz standards and blues. Arrangements are notated. Familiarity with music theory and chord structure is recommended.
2477 8:00a-11:05a F M 101 Tuit R H
MUSIC 70A, STRING INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides instruction in and reinforcement of the basic skills needed to play the instruments of the orchestral string family (violin, viola, cello and bass). Included are hand position, bow hold, fingerings, intonation, and posture.
2478 2:15p-5:20p Th M CONHALL Verhoeven M
MUSIC 70B, INTERMEDIATE STRINGS TECHNIQUES (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 70A.
This course is designed as an intermediate level class to continue development of the skills needed to play bowed string instruments (violin, viola, cello, string bass) and to improve reading skills. This course will offer a first level ensemble experience with emphasis on precision, intonation, balance, and blend. A separate time will be scheduled to help prepare more advanced students for the orchestra.
2479 2:15p-5:20p Th M CONHALL Verhoeven M
MUSIC 71, WOODWIND INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides instruction in and reinforcement of the basic technical skills needed to play instruments of the woodwind family, including embouchure development, standard and auxiliary fingerings, hand position, posture, and diaphragmatic breathing. Instruments of the woodwind family include flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and bass clarinet.
2480 3:45p-5:05p T M CONHALL Sheridan P M
3:45p-5:05p Th M 168 Sheridan P M
MUSIC 72, BRASS INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course is the study of fundamental techniques, including tone production, fingerings, embouchure, and hand position of standard brass instruments which include trumpet, horn, euphonium, trombone, and tuba.
2481 3:45p-5:05p T M CONHALL Sheridan P M
3:45p-5:05p Th M 168 Sheridan P M
MUSIC 73A, PERCUSSION INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides instruction in the basic techniques of concert percussion, emphasizing snare drum and orchestra bells. Techniques of other instruments, including bass drum, cymbals, triangle, tambourine, and timpani will be demonstrated. Students will play individually and in small ensembles.
2482 8:00a-11:05a F M CONHALL Altmire M
MUSIC 73B, INTERMEDIATE PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE INSTRUMENT TECHNIQUES (2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 73A.
This course includes instruction in percussion and snare drum at a more advanced level than given in Music 73A. Additional instruction will be given in other percussion instruments, such as bass drum, cymbals, timpani, and tambourine. Class rehearsal as well as outside preparation will lead to public performance.
2483 8:00a-11:05a F M CONHALL Altmire M
MUSIC 74, ORCHESTRA (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Audition required.
This course provides study of musical style and rehearsal techniques as they relate to the performance of orchestra literature. Ability to play an orchestral instrument is required.
4471 6:45p-9:50p T M CONHALL Smith J E
Arrange-1 Hour M CONHALL Smith J E
MUSIC 76, INTERMEDIATE BRASS, WOODWINDS, AND PERCUSSION 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 71, 72, or 73.
This course is designed as an intermediate level class to continue skill development of the individual brass, woodwind, and percussion instruments and improve reading skills. The course will offer a first-level ensemble experience with emphasis directed to precision, intonation, balance, and blend.
2484 3:45p-5:05p T M CONHALL Sheridan P M
3:45p-5:05p Th M 168 Sheridan P M
MUSIC 77, CONCERT BAND (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides study and performance of musical literature written for band with emphasis on style and rehearsal technique as they relate to the performance of band literature. Ability to play a band instrument is required.
4472 6:45p-9:50p W M CONHALL Mc Keown K O
Arrange-1 Hour M CONHALL Mc Keown K O
MUSIC 78, JAZZ ENSEMBLE (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Audition required.
This course provides rehearsal and performance of literature written for large jazz ensembles with emphasis on methods and materials. Musical materials include published arrangements of standard tunes, special arrangements of standard tunes, and contemporary compositions in the jazz idiom selected according to the ability of the group. Ability to play an instrument and instructor’s approval are required.
4473 6:45p-9:50p M M CONHALL Fiddmont F K
Arrange-1 Hour Fiddmont F K
MUSIC 84A, POPULAR GUITAR, FIRST LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: A guitar in good playing condition.
This course includes the study and performance of popular guitar styles in the range of beginning to intermediate skills of music reading, interpretation, and performance.
2486 9:30a-10:50a MW M 168 Lessing A N
2487 9:30a-10:50a TTh M 168 Lessing A N
2488 11:15a-12:35p MW M 168 Lessing A N
2489 12:45p-2:05p MW M 168 Lessing A N
2490 12:45p-2:05p TTh M 168 Lessing A N
2492 2:15p-3:35p TTh M 168 Staff
4474 6:45p-9:50p T M 168 Mayer P C
MUSIC 84B, POPULAR GUITAR, SECOND LEVEL (2,2,2,2) 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 84A.
The study and performance of popular guitar styles in the range of intermediate difficulty are the goals of this course. The course includes finger styles as found in folk, rock, jazz, and their variations.
4475 6:45p-9:50p W M 168 Mayer P C
MUSIC 87A, CLASSICAL AND FLAMENCO GUITAR, FIRST LEVEL 2 UNITS
Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Nylon strung classical guitar in good condition.
This course focuses on music reading in first position from beginning to intermediate level and on right and left hand skills.
2493 8:00a-9:20a TTh M 168 Lessing A N
4599 6:45p-9:50p M M 168 Elgart M P
MUSIC 94, CONCERT MUSIC CLASS (1,1,1,1) 1 UNIT
Transfer: UC, CSU • Corequisite: Music 92; Music 40, 42, 45, 52, 53, 55, 59, 64, 74, 76, 77, or 78. • Prerequisite: Audition required.
This course is designed to provide students with class performance/instruction in the applied areas of instrumental performance, vocal performance, and composition.
2494 12:45p-2:05p TTh M CONHALL Goodman D B