Music, AFA

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

Piano Proficiency is required by transfer institutions for a Baccalaureate degree in Music. Class Piano for Music Majors (MUSC 1026 ) is recommended for students in MUSC 1061 /MUSC 1071 .
See additional program information on the Music webpage and develop your academic plan with your Music instructors, advisor, and/or counselor.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This degree program is intended primarily for transfer to a four-year institution. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you are encouraged to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals and develop a plan. 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” transfer guide for choices for the general education requirements in this AFA degree or you may want to complete Century’s entire 40 credit Minnesota General Education Transfer Curriculum.

Program Learning Outcomes

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

• Demonstrate, through concentrated study of a primary instrument (or voice), artistry, technical ability, improvisation skills, and knowledge of repertoire representative of that instrument/voice
• Participate effectively as part of a performance ensemble
• Demonstrate knowledge of music theory and notation
• Demonstrate knowledge of music history in the Western art tradition
• Demonstrate facility in ear training and sight-singing skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in keyboard skills

Program Contact Information

Elliot Wilcox 651.779.3214 Room 2048 West
Eric Grahm 651.779.3213 Room 2046 West
Shirley Mier 651.779.3213 Room 2046 West

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors 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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