Music (MUSC/MUSC&)

Exploration of how and why we listen to music. Examination of the many roles that music plays in various world cultures. Musical examples drawn from Asia, Africa, Indonesia, North and South America (including Native American tribal groups), jazz, blues, and the Western classical tradition. No prior musical experience is necessary. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Humanities, Elective) 

Develops musicianship through study and application of compositional elements. Emphasis on musical notation, aural skills, and aesthetic musical values. Each quarter prerequisite to the next or by permission of instructor. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Humanities, Elective)

A cultural/sociological history of pop music in the USA. Musical antecedents (blues, country, rhythm and blues) and outside influences (African drumming, Latin rhythms, folksingers) will be included, but the focus will be on the pop music of this period. The music will be addressed within the context of societal issues such as racism, conformity, generational conflict, governmental repression and censorship. This class my include students from multiple sections. (Humanities, Elective)

This course is designed for the beginning student with little or no guitar experience. Students will gain a familiarity with the history and repertoire of the guitar to establish a solid foundation for exploring the broader world of the classical guitar. They will become proficient in reading music and playing scales and arpeggios. This course will serve as an introduction to the styles and techniques of the classical guitar and students will learn to perform music in an ensemble setting. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

Study jazz styles through performance of jazz literature. Emphasis on development of improvisational techniques. Course is contingent upon availability of qualified students. This class may be repeated up to nine times for a total of nine credits. Instructor permission required. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

Seminar focusing on development of skills and techniques in jazz improvisation. Students should be able to read notes and chord symbols and should be acquainted with basic music theory principles. Concurrent enrollment in Jazz Ensemble is suggested but not mandatory. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

The study and performance of specialized contemporary and jazz vocal music suitable for beginning and advanced students. This class may be repeated up to three times for a total of six credits. Instructor permission required. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

This course is designed for the beginning student with little or no keyboard experience. Students will become proficient in note reading by interval and note name, rhythm/rest values, and use of chords in C, G and F. Maximum enrollment, 8 students. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

This class has a $15 music lab fee.

This course will focus on basic and intermediate music performance instruction (instrumental or vocal). This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

The Peninsula College Concert Band provides large ensemble experience for instrumentalists and gives Port Angeles a local concert band. Perform the finest wind band literature, both contemporary and traditional. Focus on musicianship, winds and percussion techniques, and performance skills through study of literature from all stylistic periods in various musical styles and cultures. Weekly rehearsals and one concert per quarter. This course may be repeated up to six times for a total of twelve credits. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

Study jazz styles through performance of jazz literature. Emphasis on development of improvisational techniques. Course is contingent upon availability of qualified students. This class may be repeated up to nine times for a total of nine credits. Instructor permission required. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

Seminar focusing on development of skills and techniques in jazz improvisation. Students should be able to read notes and chord symbols and should be acquainted with basic music theory principles. Concurrent enrollment in Jazz Ensemble is suggested but not mandatory. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

Continuation of MUSC 146. The study and performance of specialized contemporary and jazz vocal music suitable for beginning and advanced students. This class may be repeated up to three times for a total of six credits. Instructor permission required. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)

Special topics in music. This class may be repeated six times for up to thirty credits. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Elective)