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Music AS

Cayuga’s Music Program prepares students for a broad range of careers by emphasizing a combination of musical concepts, versatility, and performance. It is designed for students planning to transfer into music programs at four-year colleges and universities.

The program provides students with a comprehensive foundation in music theory, musicianship, and applied music, along with a solid liberal arts background. Students are encouraged to develop their own proficiency through a balance of technical skills, problem-solving strategies, conceptual development, and experimentation. Students also learn about the practical application of working in the field of music education and performance.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Music program, graduates will be able to:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of music literacy.
  • Increase their vocal and instrumental proficiency.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in music theory concepts in practice and performance.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in musicianship concepts in practice and performance.
  • Understand the history of Classical, Jazz/Commercial, and World Music styles and their role in society.
  • Develop skills in improvisation and composition.
  • Demonstrate the ability to perform individually and in ensemble settings.

Career Opportunities

Career possibilities include music education, jazz/commercial performance, orchestral performance, musical theatre, music therapy, and music business.

Transfer Information

For information on transfer services, students should contact their advisor and the Coordinator for Transfer and Articulation in the Centers for Student Engagement and Academic Advisement. Early consultation to plan the most appropriate course sequence will optimize transferability.

Degree Requirements

Students will complete core music courses in theory, musicianship, applied music, and solo and ensemble performance. Emphasis is placed on further developing proficiency in their instrument and voice and exploring musical styles and performance practices. 

General Education requirements must be met before the AS degree will be granted.

Requirements for the Music A.S. program
COURSES CREDIT HOURS
FIRST SEMESTER
ENGL 101 Freshman English I 3
MUSI 145 Music Theory I 2
MUSI 131 Musicianship I 1
MUSI 200 Applied Music 2
MUSI 101 Music Appreciation 3
  Required Ensemble * 1
  Physical Education 1
  Health 1
SUB-TOTAL 14
SECOND SEMESTER
ENGL 102 Freshman English II 3
  General Education Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning 3
MUSI 146 Music Theory II 2
MUSI 132 Musicianship II 1
MUSI 200 Applied Music 2
MUSI 154
OR
MUSI 158		 Piano I
OR
Guitar		 3
  Required Ensemble * 1
  Physical Education 1
SUB-TOTAL 16
THIRD SEMESTER
  General Education US History and Civic Engagement
OR
General Education World History and Global Awareness		 3
  General Education Science 3
MUSI 200 Applied Music 2
MUSI 245 Music Theory III 2
MUSI 231 Musicianship III 1
  Required Ensemble * 1
  Music Elective 3
SUB-TOTAL 15
FOURTH SEMESTER
MUSI 246 Music Theory IV 2
MUSI 232 Musicianship IV 1
MUSI 200 Applied Music 2
  Required Ensemble * 1
  General Education Social Science 3
MUSI 121 World Music 3
  Music Elective 3
SUB-TOTAL 15
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS 60

* Required Ensemble can be fulfilled by MUSI 100, 114, 115, 117, 118, 119, 120, 140, 141, 250, and 211.

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