Music

Associate in Science Degree Program

Hegis Code: 5610	Admissions: 1-800-724-0833 ext. 5018 or 5022
NYSED Code: 32032	admissions@sunyulster.edu

Program Description
The Music program is designed to provide students with foundation courses in music theory, music history, and applied music that will prepare them for transfer to bachelor's degree programs for further study in music. The program is a core curriculum with a complementary selection of general education courses. This program is available for both part-time and full-time students.

Employment Potential
Students in the Music program will develop technical, practical, aural, and theorectical skills. This training will provide the foundation for future study in a four-year college or conservatory, and could lead to careers in music performance, music education, or music therapy.

Requirements for Program Entry

High School diploma or equivalent

Satisfactory placement in Entering Student Assessment

Placement testing in music theory

Developmental Assistance Available
For students who do not meet basic reading and math requirements, or who have other learning issues, extra assistance is readily available through SUNY Ulster's Learning Center, Times Square math lab, the Writing Center, the Peer and Friend Tutor Program, and English as a Second Language (ESL) tutors.

For More Information
Iain Machell
Chair, Visual Arts, Music and Theater
Office: Vanderlyn Hall, VAN 260 C
Phone: 800:724-0833, ext 5066
845:687-5066
E-mail: machelli@sunyulster.edu

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Curriculum Click on the Course Number for the course description.
First Semester
Course Number	Description	Credits
ENG 101	College English I	3
MUS 101	Music Theory I	3
MUS 122	Aural Skills I	1
MUS 151	History of Music I	3
Elective	Foreign Language (Gen Ed requirement)	3-4
Major *	Music Course(s) By Advisement	2
Semester Credits		15-16
Second Semester
ENG 102	College English II	3
HIS 101 or HIS 102	Western Civilization I or Western Civilization II	3
LIB 111	Information Literacy	1
MUS 102	Music Theory II	3
MUS 123	Aural Skills II	1
MUS 152	History of Music II	3
Major *	Music Course(s) By Advisement	2
Semester Credits		16
Third Semester
COM 103 or COM 105	Oral Communications or Presentational Speaking	3
HIS 103 or HIS 104	American History I or American History II	3
MAT 105 or higher	College Algebra or higher math	3-4
MUS 201	Music Theory III	3
MUS 222	Aural Skills III	1
Major *	Music Course(s) By Advisement	2
Elective	Social Science (Gen Ed Requirement)	3
Semester Credits		18-19
Fourth Semester
MUS 202	Music Theory IV	3
MUS 223	Aural Skills IV	1
MUS 256	Computer and Midi Keyboard	3
Major *	Music Course(s) By Advisement	2
Elective	Natural Science (Gen Ed Requirement)	3-4
Elective	Other World Civilization (Gen Ed Requirement) or Music Course(s) By Advisement *	3
Semester Credits		15-16
Total Credits		64-67
NOTE: Through advisement, students will also fulfill General Education Requirements.

* To achieve the objectives of the program students will be advised to select from the following listing of music courses.

Course Code	Course Title	Credits
MUS 107	College Chorus	2
MUS 111	Vocal Ensemble	1
MUS 114	Jazz Ensemble	1
MUS 116	Small Instrumental Music Group	1
MUS 117	Multiple Small Music Groups	2
MUS 118	College-Community Concert Band	1
MUS 119	Wind Ensemble	1
MUS 126	Applied Music	1
MUS 127	Applied Music	1
MUS 128	Applied Music	2
MUS 129	Applied Music	2
MUS 134	Jazz Theory and Improvisation	2
MUS 136	Introduction to Guitar	2
MUS 141	Class Piano I	2
MUS 142	Class Piano II	2
MUS 145	Class Voice I	2
MUS 146	Class Voice II	2
MUS 171	History of Jazz	3
MUS 175	History of Rock Music	3
MUS 280	Independent Study in Music	3
MUS 293	Internship Music	3