Mus 100		Survey of the Arts
In this course, theatre, art, and music are explored through discussion, historical review, and contemporary issues. The purpose of this course is to increase students' understanding and enjoyment of the arts. The class is taught by three instructors, one from each area.
Mus 100L		Survey of the Arts Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert, performance, or gallery attendance lab component for Survey of the Arts course requiring attendance at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
Mus 101		Introduction to Music - Western Classical Music
This course examines the study of western classical music as cultural expression. It is designed for students looking for a general survey course in music as well as those who simply want to increase their musical understanding. The course considers listening techniques, and fundamental concepts including form, style, musical media and textures. The subject matter ranges from rondellus to reggae to rock.
Mus 101L		Introduction to Music - Western Classical Music Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert performance attendance lab component at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
Mus 102		Introduction to World Music
This course satisfies the Fine Arts and Cultural Diversity GE requirements for an associate degree. It is an introductory course in music for the student without previous formal training in music, listening or performance. It is designed to provide understanding and enjoyment through informed listening, analysis and discernment of musical element, forms and repertoire. The material selected is from all styles, periods and cultures.
Mus 102L		Introduction to World Music Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert, performance, or gallery attendance lab component for fine and performing arts classes requiring attendance at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
Mus 103		Fundamentals of Music
This is a basic course for the student investigating the study of musical notation, keys, scales, intervals, chords, along with other elements of basic musicianship. This course is useful in working with children and youth.
Mus 103L		Fundamentals of Music Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert performance attendance lab component at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
Mus 104		Music of World Cultures
A survey of traditional and contemporary music from around the world including, but not limited to: Africa, India, Indonesia, South/Central America, Caribbean, Europe, China, Japan, and the United States. This course will deal with the traditional instruments and ensembles, as well as vocal techniques, and performance practices particular to each region.
Mus 104L		Music of World Cultures Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert, performance, or gallery attendance lab component for fine and performing arts classes requiring attendance at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts.
Mus 105		Music Tech Tools
This course is designed for the general student. It is an introduction to technology as it is used throughout the music industry today. Topics include sequencing, notation, and auto-accompaniment. The course is also designed to achieve basic computer literacy and includes basics of word processing, introduction to spreadsheets and work with the Web and E-mail.
Mus 110A		Music Theory and Harmony
This course is a study of notation in major and minor scales, tonality, chord construction, rhythm, and non-harmonic tones. This course serves as an introduction to more advanced study of music theory and harmony.
Mus 110B		Harmony
This course includes the study of diatonic harmony in major keys, major and minor triads and inversions, modulation, nonharmonic tones, and secondary dominants. This course includes writing for the piano using the phrase, period, and two- and three-part song form. This course is the second in the 4-semester theory sequence.
Mus 110C		Advanced Harmony
This course is a study of chromatic harmony with particular emphasis on the chronological development of harmonic and contrapuntal techniques from the 16th through the 19th centuries.
Mus 110D		Advanced Harmony
This course is a study of compositional materials and techniques from the late 19th century to the present. This course is the fourth of a 4-semester theory sequence.
Mus 110L		Music Theory and Harmony Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert performance or attendance lab component at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 111A		Musicianship
This course develops facility in sight singing, ear training, and the ability to take musical dictation.
Mus 111B		Musicianship
This course develops facility in sight singing, ear training, and the ability to take musical dictation.
Mus 111C		Advanced Musicianship
This course covers sight singing and reading of materials employed in MUS 110C.
Mus 111D		Advanced Musicianship
This course covers sight singing and reading of materials employed in MUS 110D.
Mus 112A		Pro Tools 101 (Recording with Pro Tools)
This course is an introduction to electronic music through lectures and studio experiences with MIDI synthesizers, computer-based sequencing and tape recording.
Mus 112B		Pro Tools and MIDI
This is an intermediate electronic music course offering lectures and studio experiences in various electronic music media. Emphasis on composition of electronic music. Repeatable 1 time.
Mus 113		Studio Recording
This course is an introduction to the recording studio. The course follows the path of audio signals through the microphone, mixer, signal processors, tape recorder, and monitoring stations. The course explores various types of microphones, the function of mixing boards, the characteristics of signal processors, and recording techniques.
Mus 114		Create a CD
This course covers post-recording CD creation and offers students a chance to learn and explore audio file editing and mastering, CD burning, Mp3 ripping, and complete jewel box artwork. Audio source material will include CD tracks, Mp3's, and various analogue tape or phono recordings. Artwork will be created using Adobe Photoshop and Discus. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 116		Sound Reinforcement and Live Recording
The lecture component covers basic techniques for live concert sound reinforcement, including basic sound system theory/applications and study of individual sound system component operation (microphones, mixers, effects, power amplifiers, speaker systems). Lab presents field opportunities for students to apply knowledge in concert situations. Repeatable 1time.
Mus 120A		History of Trends in Music Literature
This course is an historically oriented study of music in the western world from earliest beginning, through the medieval, Renaissance (Monteverdi) and Baroque (Bach) periods. Music majors required to take course for letter grade only.
Mus 120B		History of Trends in Music Literature
This is an historically oriented study of music of the western world from the classical period (Mozart-Haydn) through music of the 19th and 20th centuries. Romantic concepts as well as recent compositional techniques of the 20th century are examined. Music majors required to take course for letter grade only.
Mus 120L		History of Trends in Music Literature Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert performance attendance lab component at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 121		The History of Jazz
The study of jazz, its historical background, and its development in the world. Topics covered include the historical periods of jazz, biographies of jazz greats, as well as instrumental legacies, oral and literate traditions, and jazz as an art form. Stylistic periods in music span from the early beginnings of jazz into the twenty-first century. Online.
Mus 122		A History of Early Rock and Roll: Music and Culture of the 1950's
This course presents an historical overview of the emergence of rock and roll as a cultural phenomenon in the U.S. The major figures of the 1950's, Bill Hailey, Fats Domino, Elvis Presley, Chuck Berry, and Little Richard will be studied as examples of rock and roll music as an American popular cultural form during the mid-twentieth century.
Mus 123		History of Early Rock and Roll Music and Culture of the 1960's and 1970's
The development of rock and roll music is studied from the Beatles to Led Zeppelin. Slides, music and lecture material will analyze the cultural impact of recent rock music.
Mus 125		Rock Music Since 1970
This course looks at the development of popular music and culture since 1970. It will include looks at art rock, disco, new wave, reggae, rap, hip-hop and related genres.
Mus 160A		Beginning Class Piano
This course consists of class piano lessons for beginners and students who wish to develop elementary skill at the keyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended for teaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for all students interested in learning the piano for fun. It fulfills 25% of the performance requirements for the Piano Studies Certificate.
Mus 160B		Class Piano
This course consists of class piano lessons for beginners and students who wish to develop elementary skill at the keyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended for teaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for all students interested in learning the piano for fun.
Mus 160C		Class Piano
This course consists of intermediate level class piano lessons for students who wish to develop skill at the keyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended for teaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for all students interested in learning the piano for fun.
Mus 160D		Class Piano
This course consists of intermediate level class piano lessons for students who wish to develop skill at the keyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended for teaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for all students interested in learning the piano for fun.
Mus 160E		Piano Repertoire
This course consists of intermediate to advanced level class piano lessons for students who wish to develop skill at the keyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended for teaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for all students interested in learning the piano for fun.
Mus 160F		Piano Repertoire
This course consists of intermediate to advanced level class piano lessons for students who wish to develop skill at the keyboard. It is required for music majors and recommended for teaching credential applicants. It is also recommended for all students interested in learning the piano for fun.
Mus 160L		Beginning Class Piano Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert performance attendance lab component for fine and performing arts classes requiring attendance at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 161A		Class Guitar
This course is group instruction giving students the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo and ensemble experience playing guitar. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar.
Mus 161B		Class Guitar
This course is group instruction giving students the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo and ensemble experience playing guitar. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar.
Mus 161C		Class Guitar
This course is group instruction giving students the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo and ensemble experience playing guitar. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar.
Mus 161D		Class Guitar
This course is group instruction giving students the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo and ensemble experience playing guitar. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar.
Mus 161E		Class Guitar
This course is group instruction giving students the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo and ensemble experience playing guitar. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar.
Mus 161F		Class Guitar
This course is group instruction giving students the opportunity to learn song accompaniment, solo and ensemble experience playing guitar. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Students must provide their own guitar.
Mus 162A		Class Voice - Beginning
This course will offer group instruction in vocal production with emphasis on solo literature. Many common vocal problems will be identified and analyzed through classroom participation and discussion utilizing vocal literature and art songs.
Mus 162B		Class Voice - Beginning
This course will offer group instruction in vocal production with emphasis on solo literature. Many common vocal problems will be identified and analyzed through classroom participation and discussion utilizing vocal literature and art songs.
Mus 162C		Class Voice - Intermediate
In this course, each student will receive individual instruction in vocal performance with emphasis on solo and small ensemble literature. Each student will practice correct tone production, diction, stage presence and style interpretation. Vocal problems are identified and corrected while students are studying literature consisting of standard vocal repertoire.
Mus 162D		Class Voice - Intermediate
In this course, each student will receive individual instruction in vocal performance with emphasis on solo and small ensemble literature. Each student will practice correct tone production, diction, stage presence and style interpretation. Vocal problems are identified and corrected while students are studying literature consisting of standard vocal repertoire.
Mus 162E		Vocal Repertoire
In this course, each student will receive individual instruction in vocal performance with emphasis on solo and small ensemble literature. Each student will practice correct tone production, diction, and stage presence. Style interpretation will be stressed in each lesson. Vocal problems are identified and corrected while students are studying literature consisting of standard vocal repertoire.
Mus 162F		Vocal Repertoire
In this course, each student will receive individual instruction in vocal performance with emphasis on solo and small ensemble literature. Each student will practice correct tone production, diction, and stage presence. Style interpretation will be stressed in each lesson. Vocal problems are identified and corrected while students are studying literature consisting of standard vocal repertoire.
Mus 162L		Beginning Class Voice Performance Attendance Lab
Attendance at selected events offered by Ohlone College at the Gary Soren Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts is required. Not applicable to Associate Degree. Repeatable 5 times.
Mus 163A		Woodwind Instruments (Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-woodwind instruments. MUS 163A is open to all students.
Mus 163B		Woodwind Instruments (Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-woodwind instruments.
Mus 163C		Woodwind Instruments (Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-woodwind instruments.
Mus 163D		Woodwind Instruments (Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-woodwind instruments.
Mus 164A		Brass Instruments (Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-brass instruments. MUS164A is open to all students. No experience is necessary.
Mus 164B		Brass Instruments (Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-brass instruments.
Mus 164C		Brass Instruments (Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-brass instruments.
Mus 164D		Brass Instruments (Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba)
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-brass instruments.
Mus 165A		Percussion Instruments
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-percussion instruments. MUS165A is open to all students. No experience is necessary.
Mus 165B		Percussion Instruments
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-percussion instruments.
Mus 165C		Percussion Instruments
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-percussion instruments.
Mus 165D		Percussion Instruments
This course involves class instruction on all orchestral-percussion instruments.
Mus 166A		Applied Music
This course involves individual instruction in voice, piano, guitar, or other traditional orchestral instruments. It is expected that each student will have, as a minimum: one hour lecture/recital instruction per week; one hour of supervised practice per week; and one individual lesson with instructor per week. A minimum of 12 lessons per semester must be verified.
Mus 166B		Applied Music
This course involves individual instruction in voice, piano, guitar, or other traditional orchestral instruments. It is expected that each student will have, as a minimum: one hour lecture/recital instruction per week; one hour of supervised practice per week; and one individual lesson with instructor per week. A minimum of 12 lessons per semester must be verified.
Mus 166C		Applied Music
This course involves individual instruction in voice, piano, guitar, or other traditional orchestral instruments. It is expected that each student will have, as a minimum: one hour lecture/recital instruction per week; one hour of supervised practice per week; and one individual lesson with instructor per week. A minimum of 12 lessons per semester must be verified.
Mus 166D		Applied Music
This course involves individual instruction in voice, piano, guitar, or other traditional orchestral instruments. It is expected that each student will have, as a minimum: one hour lecture/recital instruction per week; one hour of supervised practice per week; and one individual lesson with instructor per week. A minimum of 12 lessons per semester must be verified.
Mus 166L		Applied Music Performance Attendance Lab
This is a concert performance or attendance lab component at selected events offered by the Smith Center for the Fine and Performing Arts. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 169A		Jazz Guitar
Various aspects of jazz guitar with special emphasis on improvisation and harmony are presented in group instruction. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 169B		Blues/Rock Guitar
Blues/rock improvisation and accompaniment. Lecture, demonstration, and in-class playing are presented in a group instruction class. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 169C		Blues/Rock Guitar 2
Advanced blues/rock improvisation and accompaniment. Includes lecture, demonstration, and in-class playing are presented in a group class. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 192		Music for Minors: Music Docent Training
This course provides training to teach the elements of music through active participation in a comprehensive music program for elementary school classrooms. It is required as the basic training for Music for Minors which provides a minimum of 1/2 hour weekly instruction in elementary classrooms for at least one school year. Repeatable 1 time.
Mus 350		Community Band
Study and performance of band and chamber music repertoire. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 351		Performance Ensembles
This course is the study and performance of vocal and/or instrumental ensemble literature, both jazz and classical. Performers participate in small ensembles of varied instrumentation throughout each semester. Attendance at scheduled public performances is required. This course is required of all instrumental music majors each semester of attendance. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 352		Jazz/Rock Combos
This course includes sight-reading, preparation, performance and recording of various styles of music composed and arranged for standard Jazz, Rock, Jump, Blues, and Latin ensembles. Emphasis on groove playing and feel. Additional emphasis on improvising within the ensemble structure is a goal for each student. Student composition and arranging is encouraged. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 354A		String Techniques - Ohlone Chamber Orchestra
This course involves class instruction on all string instruments. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 354B		String Techniques - Ohlone Chamber Orchestra
This course involves class instruction on all string instruments. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 354C		String Techniques - Ohlone Chamber Orchestra
This course involves class instruction on all string instruments. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 354D		String Techniques - Ohlone Chamber Orchestra
This course involves class instruction on all string instruments. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 355		College Chorus
This choir is a predominately campus (full-time student) organization for the beginning choral singer. It is a non-audition choir which performs with the Chorale and Symphonic Choir as well as its own performance opportunities. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 356		Chamber Singers
This course is an audition-only choir ensemble of trained community/campus singers who specialize in choral music from all eras of Western European music history. The choir is limited in size but enrollment is open to all qualified singers. Attendance at all rehearsals and concerts is required. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 358		Community Chorale
This course is a large, "oratorio" style choir designed for the campus/community singer. It is a non-audition choir for those interested in singing with a large ensemble. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 365		Supervised Tutoring
This course provides students with individualized tutoring. It assists students to develop a learning methodology in a subject. It includes diagnosis and consultation with tutorial coordinator and supervised tutoring by part-time instructional aides and/or student tutors. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 367		Women's Chorus
This choir is open to all female members of the campus and the community. The course will concentrate on music designed for this gender-specific ensemble. The students will be required to attend all rehearsals and concerts programmed for this group. Little or no prior choral experience is needed. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 368		Men's Chorus
This choir is open to all male members of the campus and the community. The course will concentrate on music designed for this gender-specific ensemble. The students will be required to attend all rehearsals and concerts programmed for this group. Little or no prior choral experience is needed. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 369		Jazz, Rock, Pop and Blues Piano
This course is a basic techniques and forms study of the applied and improvisation techniques of Jazz, Rock, Pop, Fusion and Blues piano. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 370		Symphonic Band
This course includes the study and performance of large scale symphonic band literature. Emphasis will be placed on major composer repertoire, scored for an ensemble with multiple part duplication. Attendance at scheduled rehearsals and performances is required. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 371		Mixed Wind Ensemble
This course includes the study and performance of "one player per part" wind literature. Emphasis will be placed on solo preparation and execution. Attendance at scheduled rehearsals and performances is required. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 374		Community Orchestra
This course features the study and performance of both chamber and full symphonic orchestra repertoire. The literature represents all stylistic periods. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 380		Musical Theatre Workshop I (Principals)
This workshop is designed to familiarize and teach students the principles and complexities involved in preparation and production of a dramatic musical performance. Specific instruction will be given in movement and music for the leading members of the cast. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 381		Musical Theatre Workshop II (Chorus)
This workshop is designed to familiarize and teach students the principles and complexities involved in preparation and production of a dramatic musical performance. Specific instruction will be given in movement and music for the members of the chorus. Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 382		Musical Theatre Workshop III (Instrumental)
This workshop is designed to familiarize and teach students the principles and complexities involved in preparation and production of a dramatic musical performance from the perspective of the "pit musician." Repeatable 3 times.
Mus 394		Madrigals ("Charisma")
This course is an audition-only choir ensemble of trained community/campus singers who specialize in choral music from the "show choir/vocal jazz choir" repertoire. Repeatable 3 times.