Those interested in becoming a music major must audition to be placed in Applied Music. Auditions take place each fall and spring. Click on the "Music Major Application" button to apply now!
Applied Music is a core component of the Associate in Arts Degree in Music for Transfer (AA-T in Music) and is reserved for students intending to complete the degree. Students are placed into one of seven sections of MUS M30 (Applied Music) depending on their primary instrument or voice type. Students must complete four consecutive semesters of Applied Music study as part of the AA-T in Music requirements. Applied Students must follow the course of study outlined in the college catalog, to include: the Music Theory and Musicianship sequence, performing ensemble participation, as well as all General Education requirements.
The AA-T Music major is a rigorous program for students intending to transfer to a 4-year institution to complete the Bachelor of Arts in Music or the Bachelor of Music in Performance. Degree completion takes 2 years of full-time study or 3 years of part-time study.
All students must prepare two contrasting selections of their choice. The repertoire and performance must demonstrate a level of preparation appropriate for collegiate study. To demonstrate this preparation, students should be prepared to perform their appropriate selections from memory. For voice students, you should have an accompanist binder to provide legible and clearly marked scores for the accompanist. Students should also be prepared to demonstrate their musicianship skills through sight singing. Students accepted as Music Majors will receive 26 hours of Applied Music instruction each semester, which is a combination of individual instruction and studio class instruction. For more information about the Music Major and AA-T in Music, please contact Brent Wilson (bwilson1@vcccd.edu).
