• Skip to Content
  • AZ Index
  • Catalog Home
  • Institution Home
  • Contact
  • Employment
  • Departments/Index A-Z
  • Support Us
  • Foundation
  • San Jose Evergreen Community College District
  • Evergreen Valley
    College
  • San Jose City
    College
  • Workforce
    Institute
Evergreen Valley College
  • Contact
  • Employment
  • Departments/Index A-Z
  • Support Us
  • Foundation
  • About EVC
  • Departments
  • Degrees/Certificates
  • Courses
  • Student Resources
2020-2021 Catalog
2020-2021
  • Introduction
    • About the College
    • College Administrative Staff
    • District Executive Staff
    • District Board of Trustees
    • President's Message
    • Chancellor's Message
    • Non-​Discrimination Policy
  • College Profile
    • Mission
    • Strategic Initiatives
    • Student Learning Outcomes
    • Institutional/​General Education Learning Outcomes (ILOs)
    • Schedule
    • Accreditation
    • Code of Ethics
    • Civility Statement
  • Admissions/​Registration/​Fees/​Financial Aid
    • Academic Calendar
    • Eligibility for Admission
    • Application for Admission
    • Residency Requirements
    • International Students
    • Transcripts from Other Colleges
    • Advanced Placement Program
    • Transfer Credit
    • Credit for Military Service
    • Credit by Examination
    • Open Enrollment &​ Registration Priorities
    • Classification of Students
    • Student Status (Full-​Time/​Half-​Time)
    • Minimum Unit Requirements
    • Maximum Unit Load
    • Adding Classes
    • Dropping Classes
    • Student Success Policies
    • Student Success Support Program
    • Student Fees
    • Official Withdrawal from College
    • Refunds
    • Financial Aid Programs
    • Return to Title IV Aid Policy
    • Grades
  • Graduation/​Transfer/​General Education
    • Associate Degrees and Certificates
    • Institutional/​General Learning Outcomes
    • General Education Requirements for Associate in Science
    • General Education Requirements for Associate in Arts
    • CSU General Education Requirements
    • Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC)
    • General Education Reciprocity
    • Transferring to a Four Year College/​University
    • Identification Numbering System (C-​ID)
  • Degrees and Certificates
    • Accounting
      • Accounting -​ Associate in Science
      • Accounting -​ Certificate of Achievement
    • Administration of Justice
      • Administration of Justice -​ Associate in Arts
      • Administration of Justice -​ Associate in Science
      • Administration of Justice -​ Associate In Science for Transfer
    • Anthropology
      • Anthropology -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Art
      • Art -​ Design Emphasis -​ Associate in Science
      • Small Metal Arts -​ Certificate of Specialization
      • Studio Arts -​ Associate in Arts
      • Studio Arts -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Automotive Technology
      • American Honda -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Auto -​ Drivetrain and Chassis -​ Associate in Science
      • Auto -​ Drivetrain and Chassis -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Auto -​ Electrical-​Engine Performance -​ Associate in Science
      • Auto -​ Electrical-​Engine Performance -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Automotive Technology Smog Specialist -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Automotive Foundational Skills – Certificate of Achievement
      • Automotive Foundational Skills – Certificate of Specialization
      • Hybrid Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Repair – Certificate of Specialization
    • Biology
      • Biology -​ Associate in Arts
      • Biology -​ Associate in Science for Transfer
      • General Studies with Emphasis in Health Science -​ Associate in Arts
      • General Studies with Emphasis in Natural Science -​ Associate in Arts
    • Building Information Modeling
      • Building Information Modeling (BIM) -​ Certificate of Achievement
    • Business
      • Business Administration -​ Associate in Arts
      • Business Administration -​ Associate in Science for Transfer
      • Entrepreneurship -​ Certificate of Achievement
    • Business Information Systems
      • BIS -​ Information Processing Specialist -​ Associate in Science
      • BIS -​ Information Processing Specialist -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • BIS -​ General Business -​ Associate in Science
      • BIS -​ General Business -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Medical Assistant -​ Front Office -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Patient Community Navigator -​ Certificate of Specialization
    • Chemistry
      • Chemistry -​ Associate in Arts
      • Chemistry – Associate in Science for Transfer
      • Foundational Chemistry – Certificate of Achievement
    • Communication Studies
      • Communication Studies -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Computer Aided Design and Drafting
      • CADD -​ AutoDesk -​ Certificate of Specialization
      • CADD -​ Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) -​ Associate in Science
      • CADD -​ Mechanical Modeling -​ Certificate of Specialization
      • CADD 3-​D -​ Certificate of Specialization
    • Computer and Information Technology
      • Enterprise Cybersecurity -​ Certificate of Specialization
      • Programming in C++ -​ Certificate of Specialization
      • Programming in JAVA -​ Certificate of Specialization
    • Counseling
      • CSU GE-​Breadth -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • IGETC -​ Certificate of Achievement
      • Liberal Studies with Emphasis in Elementary Teacher Preparation -​ Associate in Arts
    • Dance
      • Dance – Certificate of Achievement
      • Dance -​ Certificate of Specialization
    • Economics
      • Economics -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Engineering
      • Engineering -​ Associate in Arts
      • Engineering -​ Associate in Science
      • Robotics -​ Certificate of Specialization
    • English
      • English -​ Associate in Arts
      • English -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Ethnic Studies
      • Social Justice Studies-​African American Studies – Associate in Arts for Transfer
      • Social Justice Studies-​Asian American Studies – Associate in Arts for Transfer
      • Social Justice Studies-​Chicano Studies – Associate in Arts for Transfer
      • Social Justice Studies-​Ethnic Studies – Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Family Consumer Studies
      • Child and Adolescent Development -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
      • Nutrition and Dietetics-​Associate in Science for Transfer
    • Foreign Language
      • Translation and Interpretation -​ Certificate of Achievement
    • History
      • History -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Kinesiology
      • Kinesiology -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Legal Assistant
      • Paralegal Studies -​ Associate in Arts
      • Paralegal Studies -​ Associate in Science
      • Paralegal Studies -​ Certificate of Achievement
    • Mathematics
      • Mathematics -​ Associate in Science for Transfer
    • Music
      • Music -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Nursing
      • Nursing -​ Associate in Science
    • Physical Science
      • General Studies with Emphasis in Astronomy -​ Associate in Arts
    • Physics
      • Physics -​ Associate in Science for Transfer
    • Psychology
      • Psychology -​ Associate in Arts for Transfer
    • Sociology
      • General Studies with Emphasis in Sociology -​ Associate in Arts
    • Surveying and Geomatics
      • Surveying and Geomatics -​ Associate in Arts
      • Surveying and Geomatics -​ Associate in Science
      • Surveying and Geomatics -​ Certificate of Achievement
    • Women's Studies
      • General Studies with Emphasis in Women and Gender Studies -​ Associate in Arts
  • Course Descriptions and Information
    • Course Information Keys
    • Course Numbering
    • Repeating Courses
    • Course Descriptions
      • Accounting (ACCTG)
      • Administration of Justice (AJ)
      • Anthropology (ANTH)
      • Art (ART)
      • Astronomy (ASTRO)
      • Athletics (ATH)
      • Athletics Intercollegiate Men (ATHM)
      • Athletics Intercollegiate Women (ATHW)
      • Automotive Technology (AUTO)
      • Biology (BIOL)
      • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
      • Business (BUS)
      • Business Information Systems (BIS)
      • Chemistry (CHEM)
      • Communication Studies (COMS)
      • Computer &​ Information Technology (CIT)
      • Computer Aided Design &​ Drafting (CADD)
      • Computer Science (COMSC)
      • Computerized Individual Instruction (CII)
      • Counseling (COUNS)
      • Dance (DANCE)
      • Economics (ECON)
      • Education (EDUC)
      • Educational Instructional Technology (EDIT)
      • Engineering (ENGR)
      • Engineering Technology (ENGRT)
      • English (ENGL)
      • English As a Second Language (ESL)
      • Environmental Science (ENVIR)
      • Ethnic Studies (ETH)
      • Family and Consumer Studies (FCS)
      • French (FREN)
      • Geography (GEOG)
      • Health Education (HED)
      • History (HIST)
      • Humanities (HUMNT)
      • Individualized Instruction (II)
      • Interdisciplinary Studies (IDIS)
      • Journalism (JOURN)
      • Kinesiology (KINS)
      • Legal Assistant (LA)
      • Library Studies (LIB)
      • Manufacturing Technology (MFGT)
      • Mathematics (MATH)
      • Music (MUSIC)
      • Nursing (NURS)
      • Oceanography (OCEAN)
      • Philosophy (PHIL)
      • Photography (PHOTO)
      • Physical Education (PED)
      • Physical Science (PHYSC)
      • Physics (PHYS)
      • Political Science (POLSC)
      • Psychology (PSYCH)
      • Service Learning (SERV)
      • Sign Language (SL)
      • Sociology (SOC)
      • Spanish (SPAN)
      • Surveying and Geomatics (SG)
      • Theatre Arts (THEAT)
      • Vietnamese (VIET)
      • Water/​Wastewater Technology (WWT)
      • Women's Studies (WOMS)
      • Work Experience (WE)
  • Academic Policies
    • Awards of Distinction
    • Grades
    • Auditing
    • Units
    • Pass/​No Pass Grading
    • Attendance
    • Class Conflicts
    • Academic Renewal
    • Academic Leave (Leave of Absence)
    • Student Records
    • Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
    • Student Success Policies
    • Academic Probation, Dismissal and Reinstatement
    • Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
    • Lost and Found
  • Student Life, Student Success, Student Services and Special Academic Programs
    • Office of Student Life
    • CalFresh Program
    • CalWORKs Program
    • Campus Tutoring Program
    • Counseling
    • Disabilities Support Program (DSP)
    • Extended Opportunity Program and Services (EOPS)
    • Health Services
    • International Programs and Services
    • Learning Resource Center
    • Library Services
    • OASISS
    • Student Success Center
    • Student Success Ambassador Program
    • Transfer &​ Career Center
    • TRiO Talent Search
    • TRiO Upward Bound Program
    • Veterans Freedom Center (VFC)
    • Youth Empowerment Strategies for Success (YESS)
    • Special Academic Programs
  • College and District Policies
    • Academic Freedom Policy
    • Academic Senate
    • Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Treatment Information
    • Drug-​Free Workplace Policy
    • Non-​Smoking Policy
    • Parking Information
    • Policy on Consensual Relationships
    • SJECCD Public Safety
    • Maxient Reporting Forms/​Community Concern Reporting Forms
    • Standards of Student Conduct
    • Nondiscrimination and Harassment
    • Student Grievance
    • Student-​Right-​To-​Know Act
    • Distance Education
  • College Personnel

College Catalog

Print Options
  • Home/
  • Course Descriptions and Information/
  • Course Descriptions/
  • Music (MUSIC)

Music (MUSIC)

MUSIC 008A     Music History and Literature I     3 Units

Students will study the history of Western music from antiquity through the Baroque period including the contributions of other cultures with selected readings and recordings. Attendance at a live performance is required.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: 3A   District GE: C1

MUSIC 008B     Music History and Literature II     3 Units

Students will study the history of Western music from the Classical Period through the present including the contributions of other cultures with selected readings and recordings. Attendance at a live performance is required.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: 3A   District GE: C1

MUSIC 010A     Music Theory I     3 Units

This course, through guided composition and analysis, incorporates the following concepts: rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; diatonic chords, basic cadential formulas and phrase structure; dominant seventh; figured bass symbols; and non-harmonic tones. Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. (C-ID MUS 120)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Recommended: Completion of MUSIC 099 and concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 011A and an appropriate keyboard course

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 010B     Music Theory II     3 Units

This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory I. In addition, through guided composition and analysis, the course will include an introduction to two-part counterpoint, voice leading involving four-part chorale writing, diatonic harmony, and an introduction to secondary/applied chords and modulations. (C-ID MUS 130)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 010A with C or better

Recommended: MUSIC 011B and appropriate level keyboard course

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 010C     Music Theory III     3 Units

This course incorporates the concepts learned in Music Theory II and introduces chromatic harmony, altered chords and formal analysis. (C-ID MUS 140)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 010B with C or better

Advisory Level: Read: 4 Write: 4 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 010D     Music Theory IV     3 Units

This course incorporates the concepts from Music Theory III. In addition, through writing and analysis, the course will include: post-Romantic techniques such as borrowed chords and modal mixture, chromatic mediants, Neapolitan and augmented-sixth chords, 9th, 11th and 13th chords, altered chords and dominants; and 20th century techniques such as: Impressionism, tone rows, set theory, pandiatonicism and polytonalism, meter and rhythm. (C-ID MUS 150)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 010C with C or better

Recommended: Musicianship IV and appropriate level keyboard course

Advisory Level: Read: 4 Write: 4 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 011A     Musicianship I     1 Unit

This course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory I through ear training, sight- singing, analysis, and dictation. (C-ID MUS 125)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Recommended: MUSIC 099 and MUSIC 010A

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 011B     Musicianship II     1 Unit

Students learn to sight-sing in treble, bass and alto clef. This course focuses on the materials learned in MUSIC 010B and includes sight-singing, analysis and dictation. (C-ID MUS 135)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 011A with C or better

Recommended: MUSIC 050B

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 011C     Musicianship III     1 Unit

This course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory III through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. (C-ID MUS 145)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 011B with C or better

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 011D     Musicianship IV     1 Unit

This course applies and develops the rhythmic, melodic, and harmonic materials of Music Theory IV through ear training, sight singing, analysis, and dictation. (C-ID MUS 155)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 011C with C or better

Recommended: Concurrent enrollment in MUSIC 020

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 020     Class Piano     1 Unit

This course is designed for intermediate pianists to improve technique and interpretive abilities. Study and testing materials are drawn from a graduated series of exercises, etudes, and representative piano works. The student will learn how to assess and provide the stylistic nuances and phrasing concepts required for the performance of repertoire work from the Renaissance through the 20th century. The student will learn approaches to improvisation and other creative activities. (C-ID MUS 171)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 050B with C or better

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 020B     Class Piano B     1 Unit

This course continues the development of piano skills through all major and minor scales, arpeggios, harmony, and intermediate-advanced repertoire. (C-ID MUS 171)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 023     Class Voice     1 Unit

This course is designed for experienced singers to improve their technique and performance and interpretive skills. Study and testing materials are drawn from a graduated series of vocal exercises, etudes, and representative vocal solos. The student will learn how to assess and provide the stylistic nuances and phrasing concepts required for the performance of repertoire from the Renaissance to the modern day. The course will also include individualized instruction in folk songs and classical music indigenous to various cultures.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Prerequisite: MUSIC 053B with a C or better

Advisory Level: Read: None Write: None Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 047     All-College Choir     1.5 Units

This is a mixed choral ensemble for all college students and faculty. Standard choral works from classical and folk repertoire are studied with a public performance given at the end of the semester. Emphasis is given to accompanied works. Brief audition required.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 4.5  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Recommended: MUSIC 099

Open Curriculum: No prerequisite or levels; brief audition required.

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 050A     Beginning Piano I     1 Unit

This is an introductory course in piano. The course is designed for students wanting to learn music using the piano. The student will study basic theory concepts such as the 5-finger pattern, intervals, chords, simple chord progressions, and scales. This course reinforces concepts taught in the theory courses. Students will harmonize simple melodies, transpose and improvise simple pieces and patterns. (C-ID MUS 170)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 050B     Beginning Piano II     1 Unit

This is the second semester introductory course in piano. Students will expand their knowledge of basic theory concepts such as scales, intervals, chords, and simple chord progressions. This course reinforces concepts taught in MUSIC 050A. Students will harmonize simple melodies, transpose and improvise simple pieces and patterns. (C-ID MUS 170)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Prerequisite: MUSIC 050A with C or better

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 052A     Beginning Guitar I     1 Unit

This course introduces students to playing the guitar, including music notation and sight-reading , correct position and technique, chords, strums, arpeggios. Students will play and learn basic ensemble and solo pieces and songs.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Recommended: MUSIC 099; student must supply their own guitar

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 052B     Beginning Guitar II     1 Unit

Students will further develop their ability to play guitar including reinforcement and refinement of sight reading; utilize correct technique; and play chords, arpeggios, and strums. Students will play with and for class members and perform ensembles, solo pieces, and songs.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Prerequisite: MUSIC 052A with C or better

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 052C     Beginning Guitar III     1 Unit

This course expands on the concepts and skills learned in Guitar II. Students develop increased accuracy and speed in performance including counterpoint. Practice, rehearsal and performance techniques continue to be refined.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Recommended: MUSIC 052B

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 052D     Beginning Guitar IV     1 Unit

The course expands on the concepts and skills learned in Guitar III. Students continue to perform a repertoire of increased difficulty including counterpoint. Ensemble playing is stressed throughout, with an emphasis on melodic techniques, including dynamics, articulation and phrasing.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Recommended: MUSIC 052C or equivalent

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 053A     Beginning Voice     1 Unit

This course provides a basic introduction to voice discipline with an emphasis on the fundamental aspects of singing through breath support and tone placement. Technical exercises and simple vocal pieces of various styles will be learned and performed in a class atmosphere where listening and performing are used as tools of instruction.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Recommended: MUSIC 099

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 053B     Beginning Voice     1 Unit

This course continues building upon the skills acquired in MUSIC 053A and further develops the fundamentals of vocal technique through exercises that require greater depth and ability. Technical exercises and vocal pieces of various styles will be learned and performed in a class atmosphere where listening and performing are used as tools of instruction.

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Prerequisite: MUSIC 053A with C or better

Recommended: MUSIC 099

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 083     Exploring the World of Music     3 Units

Students will be introduced to the elements of music from a cross-cultural perspective. Religious, cultural, societal, and political influences from various geographical locations will be explored.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: None   District GE: C1

MUSIC 091     Music Appreciation: Western Civilization     3 Units

This course provides the opportunity for students with no previous musical experience, to develop an appreciation of the music of western cultures through the development of aural listening skills. The course focuses on the relationships between composers and the times in which they lived. Included in each unit of study is a discussion of the influence of government, philosophy, art, religion, and musical composition. Attendance at a live performance is required. (C-ID MUS 100)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: 3A   District GE: C1

MUSIC 092     Music Appreciation: American Musical Theater     3 Units

This course is designed for students interested in developing an appreciation of the American Musical Theater as an art form, and in gaining an understanding of its composition, evolution, philosophical, and multi-cultural basis.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: O

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: 3A   District GE: C1

MUSIC 093     Introduction to Film Music     3 Units

This course serves as an introduction to the study of Hollywood film music from the 1920's to the present day. The class will explore the relationship between film and music through original and adopted film scores. This course will explore both historic and technical aspects of film music.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: 3A   District GE: C1

MUSIC 095     Music Appreciation: Jazz     3 Units

Students who have little or no previous experience in musical performance or listening to the traditions of jazz music will study the musical elements of jazz and appraise the development of the jazz art form as a product of culture. Students will also study how to aurally distinguish the elements of jazz music and trace the evolution of styles and structures of jazz from its inception to the present time.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: 3A   District GE: C1

MUSIC 096     Introduction to Electronic Music     3 Units

This course is intended to introduce students to the basics of electronic music production, which includes the fundamental techniques of Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI) and Digital Audio in the project studio environment. The student will learn the use of keyboard controllers, software synthesizers and instruments, MIDI sequencing and digital audio recording in the making of music. Short technical quizzes and music assignments will be given on material covered in class. Some prior music experience is recommended, but not required.

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 099     Introductory Music     3 Units

This course is an introduction to the notation and primary elements of tonal music. It also incorporates the following concepts: staff notation in treble and bass clefs, rhythm and meter; basic properties of sound; intervals; diatonic scales and triads; and diatonic chords. Development of skills in handwritten notation is expected. (C-ID MUS 110)

Lecture Hours: 3  Lab Hours: None  Repeatable: No  Grading: L

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU/UC     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: C1   IGETC: None   District GE: C1

MUSIC 180     Ensemble     1 Unit

This course is for the study, rehearsal, and public performance of literature appropriate to the ensemble, with an emphasis on the development of skills needed to perform within an ensemble. Different literature will be studied each semester. Choice of ensemble is based on each student's identified major instrument or voice. The course is repeatable for credit the maximum times allowable by regulation. (C-ID MUS 180)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 3  Repeatable: Yes  Grading: L

Prerequisite: Students must pass an audition

Advisory Level: Read: 4 Write: 4 Math: 3

Transfer Status: CSU     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

MUSIC 190     Applied Music: Strings, Winds, Brass, Percussion, Piano, Voice     0.5 Units

This course consists of individualized study of the appropriate techniques and repertoire for the specific instrument or voice being studied. The emphasis is on the progressive development of skills needed for solo performance. Achievement is evaluated through a juried performance. (C-ID MUS 160)

Lecture Hours: None  Lab Hours: 1.5  Repeatable: Yes  Grading: L

Prequisite: Audition required; must also enroll in theory class. Recommended: Concurrent participation in an appropriate ensemble and enrollment in appropriate-level major preparation courses (Theory, Musicianship, Keyboard, etc.).

Advisory Level: Read: 3 Write: 3 Math: None

Transfer Status: CSU     Degree Applicable: AA/AS

CSU GE: None   IGETC: None   District GE: None

  • Apply to our school
  • Discover our campus
  • Connect with our Community
  • Succeed with EVC
  • Contact us
  • Social Networks
  • Apply Now
  • Register for Classes
  • Class Schedule
  • College Catalog
  • Assessment Center
  • Counseling Department
  • About EVC
  • Accreditation
  • Campus Map / Directions / Parking
  • Facility Rentals
  • Faculty and Staff Directory
  • Facility Rentals
  • Master Plan and Bond Documentation
  • Foundation
  • Support Us
  • Financial Aid
  • Library
  • Learning Resource Center
  • Campus Tutoring Center
  • Support Programs
  • Contact Us
  • Facebook logo Facebook
  • Twitter logo Twitter

Evergreen Valley College
3095 Yerba Buena Road, San Jose, CA 95135
(408) 274-7900
Copyright © 2017 SJECCD. All rights reserved.

Evergreen Valley College logo
Back to Top

Print Options

Send Page to Printer

Print this page.

Download Page (PDF)

The PDF will include all information unique to this page.

Download 2020-2021 Catalog PDF

This PDF will include all information from the catalog.

Cancel