Music, AFA

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

See additional program information on the Music program page and develop your academic plan with the Music faculty and your advisor/counselor.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College Transfer Guides & Tools page for information regarding transfer.

This degree program is intended primarily for transfer to a four-year institution. Students are advised to consult with their advisor/counselor and the Music faculty before registering to discuss their goals and develop a plan for transfer. An Articulation Agreement exists with Minnesota State University-Mankato. Students planning to transfer to the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities should consult the U of M Liberal Education (General Education) Requirements page regarding general education requirements in the AFA degree.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

• Demonstrate technical facility, artistry, improvisation skills, and knowledge of repertoire representative of the chosen instrument/voice.
• Participate effectively as part of a performance ensemble.
• Demonstrate knowledge of Western music theory through analysis and composition.
• Demonstrate facility in ear training and sight-singing skills.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the cultural and historical development of music in the Western art tradition.
• Demonstrate knowledge of music traditions in cultures around the world.
• Demonstrate competency in keyboard skills.
• Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of the role of technology in music.

Program Contact Information

Eric Graham 651.779.3245 Room 1111 West Campus

Shirley Mier 651.779.3213 Room 2046 West Campus

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are advised to meet with their advisor/counselor and the Music faculty to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information, see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

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