The commercial music – performance associate in art degree consists of comprehensive curriculum that provides students with a solid foundation in music theory, composition, performance, technology, production, and business. This degree offers a unique blend of the art of music and the discipline of business. Students can participate in traditional music courses such as individual applied music lessons and performing ensembles, while immersing themselves in music technology. Graduates of the commercial music – performance degree program may move into all facets of the music and entertainment industries. Graduates may also transfer to four-year universities, which can prepare them for careers at major and independent record labels, motion picture studios, music production companies, music publishing companies, music libraries, artist management companies, music promotion companies, or as performing artists.

To earn an associate in art degree, students must complete each course used to meet a major requirement with a “C” grade or higher and complete all general education requirements as listed in the catalog. Certain courses may satisfy both major and general education requirements; however the units are only counted once.

课程学习成果

- Produce recorded music projects.

- Demonstrate professional behaviors required in the music industry.

- Apply vocabulary and demonstrate processes used in the protection of intellectual property rights.

- Demonstrate practical musical literacy, both theoretical and historical.

- Mix live performances in a variety of genres.

- Utilize basic ensemble skills by performing in an ensemble.

工作机会

- All facets of the music and entertainment industries

- Major and independent record labels

- Motion picture studios

- Music production companies

- Music publishing companies

- Music libraries

- Artist management companies

- Music promotion companies

- Performing artists