Music Minor

The Music minor is open to all students. No previous experience in music is required, and the minor is compatible with any major course of study.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will:

Analyze musical trends, works, and methodologies within their socio-historical context
Apply musical skills in performing, teaching, composing, writing, or presenting
Understand and articulate how music is integral to a humane and just society

Minor Requirements (20 units)

Required (12 units)

Electives (8 units)

Electives can be taken as surveys (Music 200-level), theory/comp (Music 300-level), ensembles (110 or 400 series) or private lessons (120-series). Students can mix different types of classes to fulfill the total elective units, but private lessons must be taken in 2-semester blocks. Many music minors participate in at least one year’s worth of lessons.

Note:

Music minors must pass all courses to be counted for the Minor, including the electives, with a grade of C- (1.7) or better. If a student receives a lower grade in one of the courses, the student must repeat the course until a grade of at least C- is earned.