MUSIC—ASSOCIATE IN ARTS IN MUSIC FOR TRANSFER (AA-T)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
The Music Program offers coursework and ensembles that embrace the diversity of our valley. Music is the universal language of the global village of the 21st
century. It forms an integral part of our lives, from the musical “logos” that introduce every media program, to the songs and dances that provide identity to our
diverse backgrounds. Study and participation in music has proven to further not only creativity and critical thinking, but also our sense of cooperation and
community. At Hartnell, performance opportunities are available for all students in a wide range of vocal and instrumental ensembles. In addition, many courses are
designed for students with no previous training in music. The department offers courses that prepare music majors for transfer to four-year universities as well as
many courses for the general student.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
Steve Ettinger at 831-755-6906 settinger@hartnell.edu
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the program, a student should be able to:
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analyze the harmonic structure of music from the Common Practice Period.
sight-sing intermediate level tonal melodies.
demonstrate piano proficiency at the lower-intermediate level.
perform individually on an instrument or with the voice, and collaboratively in an instrumental or vocal ensemble.
aurally identify the genre and stylistic period of examples from the western art music tradition.
utilize computer applications for audio recording and notation.
California Community Colleges are now offering associate degrees for transfer to the CSU. These may include Associate in Arts (AA-T) or
Associate in Science (AS-T) degrees. These degrees are designed to provide a clear pathway to a CSU major and baccalaureate degree.
California Community College students who are awarded an AA-T or AS-T degree are guaranteed admission with junior standing
somewhere in the CSU system and given priority admission consideration to their local CSU campus or to a program that is deemed similar
to their community college major. This priority does not guarantee admission to specific majors or campuses.
Students who have been awarded an AA-T or AS-T are able to complete their remaining requirements for the 120-unit baccalaureate degree within 60 semester or 90 quarter units.
In order to earn this degree, students must complete:
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60 CSU-transferable semester units.
Minimum grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in all CSU-transferable coursework. While a minimum of 2.0 is required for admission, some majors may require a
higher GPA. Please consult with a counselor for more information.
Completion of a minimum of 18 semester units in an “AA-T” or “AS-T” major as detailed in the degree section of the catalog. All courses in the major must be completed
with a grade of “C” or better or a “P” if the course is taken on a “pass-no pass” basis (title 5 § 55063).
Certified completion of the California State University General Education-Breadth pattern (CSU GE Breadth) (see page 80 of the Hartnell College Catalog for more
information); OR the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) pattern (see page 98 of the Hartnell College Catalog for more information).
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A minimum of 60.0 semester units with a grade of “C” or better must be maintained in all degree-applicable units. Only courses numbered 1-199 may apply toward
the Associate Degree. Courses listed below may have prerequisites that must be completed prior to enrolling. Consult a schedule of classes, college catalog, or a
counselor for further information.
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REQUIRED MAJOR COURSES
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
Required Major Course
2 units selected from the following classes
Course No.
MUS 46
MUS 47
MUS 48
MUS 39
MUS 10
MUS 11
Course Title
Music Theory and Musicianship I
Music Theory and Musicianship II
Music Theory and Musicianship III
Music Theory and Musicianship IV
Applied Muisc-voice
Applied Music-instrumental
Required Major Course
ENSEMBLE
4 units selected from the following 1 unit classes
MUS 20
MUS 21
MUS 23.1
MUS 23.2
MUS 23.3
MUS 23.4
MUS 23.5
MUS 26
MUS 29.1
MUS 29.2
MUS 29.3
MUS 29.4
MUS 29.5
MUS 34.1
MUS 34.2
MUS 34.3
MUS 34.4
MUS 34.5
RESTRICTED MAJOR ELECTIVES
Course No.
Hartnell College Choir
Hartnell Chamber Singers
Hartnell Chorale-Renaissance and Baroque
Hartnell Chorale-Classical
Hartnell Chorale-20th Century
Hartnell Chorale-20th Century Pops
Hartnell Chorale-21st Century
Jazz Ensemble
Symphonic Band -18th Century
Symphonic Band -19th Century
Symphonic Band-20th Century
Symphonic Band-20th Century Pops
Symphonic Band-21st Century
Symphonic Orchestra 18th Century
Symphonic Orchestra 19th Century
Symphonic Orchestra 20th Century
Symphonic Orchestra 20th Century Pops
Symphonic Orchestra 21st Century
SUBTOTAL UNITS (22)
Course Title
Units
4
4
4
4
2
4
Units
SUBTOTAL UNITS (0)
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REQUIRED GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES (Students can double count
General Education courses with major courses.)
Choose either A. CSU-GE or B. IGETC for the General Education pattern related to your educational goal:
A. Minimum units to meet CSU-GE breadth certification requirements (39 units); OR
B. Minimum units to meet IGETC (34-37.00 units) certification requirements
Music Required Major and Restricted Electives
Electives(Courses numbered 1-99) required when
degree units plus GE units total fewer than 60.0
TOTAL
Units
39.0
34.0037.00
22.0
7.0 – 9.0
Students can double-count required degree courses and courses for General Education
TRANSFER STUDENTS: Students planning to transfer to a university should follow the requirements of the four-year university. Information on course equivalencies and major
preparation requirements for the University of California (UC) and California State University (CSU) systems are available online at www.assist.org. Please consult with a Hartnell
College counselor to review transfer requirements.
59.0