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Commercial Music Associate in Arts Degree

For more information on this program contact music@fullcoll.edu

PROGRAM CODE: 2A03849

The Commercial Associate in Arts Degree provides training for those who do not plan to transfer to a four-year university or college. The emphasis is upon preparation of the performer, composer, or arranger. While most of the courses suggested are transferable, the curriculum does not meet the general education requirements for the lower division of a four-year university or college. This degree requires 19 units of which 16 units are in required courses. An additional 3 units must be chosen from the restricted electives listed below.

Course List
Code	Title	Units
Required Courses (16 units):
MUS 108 F	Introduction to Music Technology	2
MUS 207 F	Pop/Commercial Arranging/Composing	3
MUS 224 F	Recording Studio II - Intermediate Techniques	3
Performance group each semester (1, 1, 1, 1)		4
Applied music class each semester (1, 1, 1, 1) (200 level)		4
Restricted Electives (3 units):		3
MUS 112 F	The Music Business	2
MUS 113 F	Jazz History - An Appreciation	3
MUS 119 F	History of Rock Music	3
MUS 120 F	Survey of Music History	3
MUS 156 F	Beginning Instrumental Jazz Improvisation	1
MUS 208 F	Music Copying and Notation Software	2
Total Units		19

Student Learning Outcomes

Outcome 1: Describe and execute the basic concepts of songwriting in respect to melody, harmony and rhythm.

Outcome 2: Explain the basics of intellectual property laws and copyright and Trademark protection.

Outcome 3: Produce basic songs in a variety of commercial music genres using Digital Audio Workstations.

Outcome 4: Perform or participate in a contemporary music production.

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DISCLAIMER: Any student interested in matriculating through the certificate and/or degree program should cross reference the data found on this page against the official catalog and/or meet with a campus counselor.

Areas of Study...

Applied Program

The Applied Music Program provides students the opportunity to study privately with Fullerton College music faculty in their particular applied music discipline. Students receive one-on-one instruction and are expected to perform in a recital situation each semester.

Choral Studies

Under the direction of Professor Nicola Bertoni, the Fullerton College Choral Studies Program has garnered a national reputation for excellence in performance and the training of future music educators throughout the state.

General Education

For both the non-major and the major alike, the Music general education courses meet university transfer requirements and allow the student to build a strong foundation of introductory knowledge to the many facets of music-making and music-study.

Guitar Studies

The Guitar Studies program at Fullerton College offers opportunities for everyone from the beginner who wants to learn the basics to the more advanced player who wants to further their skills and knowledge.

Instrumental Music

The Instrumental Music Program offers a wide variety of ensembles in various styles for student performance. Students in these ensembles benefit from the direction of our nationally and internationally recognized faculty while also developing critical performance skills required at four-year institutions.

Jazz Studies

The Jazz Studies at Fullerton College is coordinated by Professor Bruce Babad (Instrumental) and Professor Jamie Shew (Vocal).We offer many courses and ensembles for instrumentalists and vocalists within the program to study and perform songs from the vast, rich tradition and evolution of jazz music.

Music Technology

Fullerton College is on the forefront of teaching the latest tools of the trade and offer classes in Electronic Music Production, Film Scoring, Recording using Pro Tools, Logic Pro X and Ableton Live. Third party certifications are available for Pro Tools and Logic Pro X.