Music

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.

*No UC transfer credit for Music 1 if taken after Music 2.

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.

2664   8:00a-9:20a MW   MAD 116   Takesue S A

Above 2664 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2665   8:00a-9:20a TTh   M 139   Gran C L

2666   8:00a-11:05a F   MAD 116   Young A

Above 2666 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2667   9:30a-10:50a MW   M 139   Martin J M

2668   11:15a-2:20p F   MAD 116   Gliadkovskaya E

Above 2668 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2669   12:45p-2:05p MW   MAD 116   Takesue S A

Above 2669 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2670   12:45p-2:05p MW   M 139   Kim J

2672   2:15p-3:35p TTh   MAD 116   Titmus J G

Above 2672 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2673   3:45p-5:05p MW   M 139   Zusman S P

4422   6:30p-9:35p F   M 139   Staff

   9:00a-12:05p Sat   M 139   Staff

Above section 4422 meets for 8 weeks, Oct 26 to Dec 15.

4423   6:45p-9:50p M   MAD 116   Mora R K

Above 4423 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4424   6:45p-9:50p T   MAD 114   Holt D K

Above 4424 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4425   6:45p-9:50p W   MAD 116   Holt D K

Above 4425 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4426   6:45p-9:50p Th   MAD 114   Mora R K

Above 4426 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

MUSIC 2, Musicianship   2 units

Transfer: UC*, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 1. • Corequisite: Music 6.

*No UC transfer credit for Music 1 if taken after Music 2.

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)

2674   8:00a-9:20a TTh   MAD 116   Martin J M

Above 2674 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2675   11:15a-12:35p MW   MAD 116   Gran C L

Above 2675 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4427   6:45p-9:50p Th   MAD 203   Zusman S P

Above 4427 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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)

2676   8:00a-9:20a TTh   MAD 203   Goodman D B

Above 2676 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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)

2677   9:30a-10:50a MW   MAD 203   Goodman D B

Above 2677 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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)

2678   9:30a-10:50a MW   MAD 116   Takesue S A

Above 2678 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2679   9:30a-10:50a TTh   MAD 116   Martin J M

Above 2679 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4428   6:45p-9:50p M   MAD 203   Carlson M C

Above 4428 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.”

2680   9:30a-10:50a TTh   MAD 203   Goodman D B

Above 2680 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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)

2681   11:15a-12:35p MW   MAD 203   Goodman D B

Above 2681 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

MUSIC 13, Tonal Counterpoint   3 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Music 3 and 7.

This course is a detailed study of the contrapuntal style of the Late Baroque era. Original student work in the form of exercises and complete compositions in the 18th Century idiom is a part of the study. Analysis and performance of representative works of Bach and his contemporaries are included.

4429   6:45p-9:50p W   MAD 203   Carlson M C

Above 4429 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2707   12:45p-5:20p MW   TH ART STUDIO   Turner J F

   Arrange-3 Hours    TH ART STUDIO   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.

2708   11:15a-12:35p MW   MAD 200   Oliver G A

Above 2708 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2709   12:45p-2:05p TTh   MAD 200   Kahn D Z

Above 2709 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2710   2:15p-3:35p MW   MAD 200   Chapman K R

Above 2710 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4435   6:45p-9:50p T   MAD 200   Oliver G A

Above 4435 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4436   6:45p-9:50p Th   MAD 200   Kahn D Z

Above 4436 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2711   12:45p-2:05p MW   MAD 200   Chapman K R

Above 2711 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2712   2:15p-3:35p TTh   MAD 200   Trabold W E

Above 2712 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4437   6:45p-9:50p M   MAD 200   Parnell D J

Above 4437 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

4438   7:00p-10:00p MTWThF   TH ART MAIN STG   Turner J F

   Arrange-14 Hours    TH ART MAIN STG   Turner J F

Above section 4438 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 27 to Oct 19.

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.

4439   6:45p-9:50p Th   MAD 107   Bourquin C

   Arrange-1 Hour        Bourquin C

Above 4439 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

4440   6:45p-9:50p W   MAD 107   Smith J E

   Arrange-1 Hour    MAD 107   Smith J E

Above 4440 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th 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.

2713   3:00p-6:05p T   MAD 107   St Clair E E

   Arrange-1 Hour    MAD 107   St Clair E E

Above 2713 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

NEW 3312   3:15p-5:25p    MW   None   Messoloras I

Above section 3312 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets from September 17, 2007-January 9, 2008 at Malibu High School 30215 Morning View Dr., Malibu 90265.

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.

2714   8:00a-9:20a MW   MAD 206   Sterling J

Above 2714 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2715   8:00a-9:20a MW   M 101   Staff

2717   9:00a-12:05p Sat   MAD 206   Gliadkovskaya E

Above 2717 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2718   9:30a-10:50a MW   M 101   Kim J

2719   9:30a-10:50a TTh   M 101   Sterling J

2720   3:00p-6:05p T   MAD 206   Tuit R H

Above 2720 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2721   11:15a-2:20p F   MAD 206   Lepley L E

Above 2721 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2722   2:15p-3:35p MW   MAD 206   Staff

Above 2722 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2723   3:00p-6:05p Th   MAD 206   Schreiner G

Above 2723 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4441   6:45p-9:50p M   MAD 206   Sterling J

Above 4441 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4442   6:45p-9:50p T   M 101   Madlangsakay M

4443   6:45p-9:50p Th   MAD 206   Merrifield D R

Above 4443 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2724   8:00a-11:05a F   MAD 206   Tuit R H

Above 2724 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2725   9:30a-10:50a MW   MAD 206   Tuit R H

Above 2725 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2726   11:15a-12:35p MW   M 101   Kim J

2727   3:45p-5:05p MW   MAD 206   Mills J G

Above 2727 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

NEW 3247    3:00p-6:05p Th    MAD 206   Schreiner G

Above 3247 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4444   6:45p-9:50p W   MAD 206   Lepley L E

Above 4444 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2728   9:30a-10:50a TTh   MAD 206   Mills J G

Above 2728 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2729   12:45p-2:05p MW   MAD 206   Tuit R H

Above 2729 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2730   12:45p-2:05p TTh   MAD 206   Tuit R H

Above 2730 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2731   11:15a-12:35p MW   MAD 206   Tuit R H

Above 2731 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

4445   6:45p-9:50p T   MAD 206   Augustine W

Above 4445 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2732   12:45p-2:05p MW   MAD 107   Verhoeven M

Above 2732 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2733   2:15p-3:35p MW   MAD 107   Verhoeven M

Above 2733 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2734   3:45p-5:05p MW   MAD 107   Mora R K

Above 2734 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2735   3:45p-5:05p MW   MAD 107   Mora R K

Above 2735 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

2736   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.

2737   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.

4446   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 (2,2,2,2)    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.

2738   3:45p-5:05p MW   MAD 107   Mora R K

Above 2738 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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.

4447   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.

NEW 3316   3:30p-5:40p    MW   None   Whaley T

Above section 3316 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets from September 17, 2007-January 9, 2008 at Santa Monica High School 601 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica 90405.

4448   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.

2739   9:30a-10:50a MW   M 168   Cheesman J M

2740   9:30a-10:50a TTh   MAD 115   Cheesman J M

Above 2740 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2741   11:15a-12:35p MW   MAD 115   Harmon J M

Above 2741 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2742   12:45p-2:05p MW   M 168   Carter T M

2743   12:45p-2:05p TTh   M 168   Carter T M

2744   2:15p-3:35p MW   MAD 115   Schulman J

Above 2744 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2745   2:15p-3:35p TTh   MAD 115   Schulman J

Above 2745 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

NEW 3317   3:30p-5:05p    MW   None   Villegas L

Above section 3317 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets from September 17, 2007-January 9, 2008 at Santa Monica High School 601 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica 90405.

NEW 3318   3:30p-5:05p    Th   None   Villegas L

Above section 3318 is a part of the Dual Enrollment Program, which meets from September 18, 2007-January 10, 2008 at Santa Monica High School 601 Pico Blvd., Santa Monica 90405.

4449   6:45p-9:50p T   MAD 115   Mayer P C

Above 4449 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4558   6:45p-9:50p W   M 168   Lessing A N

4559   6:45p-9:50p Th   M 168   Lessing A N

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.

2746   12:45p-2:05p MW   MAD 115   Harmon J M

Above 2746 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

4450   6:45p-9:50p Th   MAD 115   Mayer P C

Above 4450 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

MUSIC 84C, Popular Guitar, Third Level (2,2,2,2)    2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 84B.

*UC transfer pending.

This course is a study of popular guitar styles in the range of intermediate to advanced skills of performance, interpretation, and music reading are covered in this course. A six string acoustic or electric guitar with small amplifier is required to participate.

4451   6:45p-9:50p W   MAD 115   Mayer P C

Above 4451 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

MUSIC 87A, Classical and Flamenco Guitar, First Level (2,2)    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.

2747   9:30a-10:50a MW   MAD 115   Harmon J M

Above 2747 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

2748   12:45p-2:05p TTh   MAD 115   Cheesman J M

Above 2748 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

MUSIC 87B, Classical and Flamenco Guitar, Second Level (2,2,2,2)    2 units

Transfer: UC, CSU • Advisory: Music 87A and a nylon strung classical guitar in good condition.

Objectives include the study and performance of intermediate classic literature in preparation for the state university and University of California standards.

4452   6:45p-9:50p M   MAD 115   Schulman J

Above 4452 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

MUSIC 94, Concert Music Class (1,1,1,1)    1 unit

Transfer: UC, CSU • Prerequisite: Audition required. • Corequisite: Music 92; Music 45, 52, 53, 55, 59, 74, 76, 77, or 78.

This course is designed to provide students with class performance/instruction in the applied areas of instrumental performance, vocal performance, and composition.

2749   12:45p-2:05p TTh   MAD 107   Martin J M

Above 2749 section meets at the Madison Campus, 1310 11th Street.

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