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Fall 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: November 19, 2009

Music Fndmntals, History & Lit (MUFHL)


MUFHL 305    Music Appreciation    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Enrollment Limitation: Students enrolled in online courses must be able to use online computer technology to listen to sound files in specific formats, which are part of the course.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to classical music style and composers. It includes a study of the basic elements of music (melody, harmony, form, etc.) and musical instruments, a historical survey of classical music, and some techniques for listening and enjoying music. No previous musical experience is required.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   K.Poe                SCC MAIN AUD 27      24924
TTh          09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   K.Poe                SCC MAIN AUD 27      29124
On-Campus

Th           05:30PM-08:35PM   LEC   J.Dupertuis          West Sac WSC 150     31507
Off-Campus - West Sacramento Center, 1275 Halyard Drive, West Sacramento.

TBA          TBA               LEC   K.Poe                SCC MAIN Online     29126
Online Class. Students must attend the mandatory orientation session on Saturday, August 29, 2009, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm in Room AUD 27.

TBA          TBA               LEC   J.Dupertuis          SCC MAIN Online     27188
Online Class. Students must attend the mandatory orientation session on Saturday, August 29, 2009, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm in Room AUD 27 or Friday, September 4, 2009, 5:30pm - 7:00 pm in Room AUD 27.


MUFHL 309    Introduction to American Popular Music    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the history of popular music in America and the diversity of current styles including classic rock, hard rock, country, jazz, R & B, blues, Latin, rap, reggae, alternative, folk, techno, and others. The emphasis of the course is on listening to music. The course also explores the relationship of popular music to society and other media art forms such as music videos and film.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   K.Poe                SCC MAIN AUD 27      24928
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   K.Shiflet            SCC MAIN AUD 27      29128
On-Campus

TBA          TBA               LEC   K.Shiflet            SCC MAIN Online     30948
Online Class. Students must attend the mandatory orientation on Wednesday, August 19, 2009, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon in Room AUD 27.


MUFHL 310    Survey of Music History and Literature    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a historical survey of Western classical music from Greek antiquity through the Baroque period (c.1750). Students use listening exercises and readings to study the development of classical music in historical and cultural contexts. Students study the aesthetic principles and values of various eras to develop their own musical and artistic judgments. This course is required for General Music Majors.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 34      28690
On-Campus


MUFHL 315    Jazz History    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Enrollment Limitation: Students enrolled in online courses must be able to use online computer technology to listen to sound files in specific formats, which are part of the course.
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course introduces students to the rich history of jazz and related styles including blues, Dixieland, big band, bebop, cool jazz, jazz-rock fusion, avant-garde, popular jazz, Latin jazz, and many others. The emphasis of the course is on listening to music. The course also explores past and current trends in the relationship of jazz to popular styles such as Rhythm and Blues, hip-hop, alternative, and others. Current and historical cultural influences from African-, European- and Latin-American sources and their effect on jazz styles are identified and compared.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TBA          TBA               LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN Online     24926
Online Class. Students must attend the mandatory orientation on Saturday, August 22, 2009, 10:00 am - 12:00 noon in Room AUD 27.


MUFHL 320    Exploring Music    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: ENGWR 100 or ESLW 320 with a grade of "C" or better or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to the basics of music reading and understanding. Students learn to read rhythms and pitches, to write and play scales and chords, and to analyze and write small song forms. Through analytical and creative assignments, students will also examine historical and cultural perspectives to gain an aesthetic appreciation of this art form. This course is recommended as a general humanities class to those students majoring in audio-engineering and to those music majors who have not had sufficient preparation for MUFHL 400. This course is also recommended for those students interested in teaching children and those registered in beginning instrumental or voice classes.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           09:00AM-10:20AM   LEC   N.Kelley             SCC MAIN AUD 34      24922
TTh          10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   R.Clinger            SCC MAIN AUD 34      29518
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   N.Lower              SCC MAIN AUD 34      29520
On-Campus


MUFHL 330    World Music    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGWR 50 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; AA/AS Area VI; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is an introduction to traditional folk, dance, devotional, and popular music from around the world. The emphasis of the course is on listening to music. Music of Africa, Asia and Pacific, Caribbean, Latin and North America, Europe, India, and the Middle East will be compared. Concepts of ethnicity, ethnocentrism, racism, ageism, class differences, and gender issues will be addressed. Occasional live performances by guest artists will be presented in class.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
TTh          01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   K.Shiflet            SCC MAIN AUD 27      29130
On-Campus

MW           04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   R.Wrenn              Davis Cntr Davis 104 30244
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

TBA          TBA               LEC   K.Shiflet            SCC MAIN Online     29524
Online Class. Students must attend the Orientation session on Saturday, August 22, 2009, 8:30 am - 10:00 am in AUD 27.


MUFHL 400    Music Theory    4 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: MUIVI 345; Students should have some ability to play a musical instrument and read music. Concurrent enrollment in MUIVI 345 is recommended if the student has had no piano study.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 72 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course is an introduction to music theory and its applications to classical and commercial music. Students will develop skills in musical analysis, keyboard harmony, dictation, and sight-singing. Short creative assignments will also be included.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MTWTh        09:00AM-09:50AM   LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      25644
MTWTh        09:50AM-10:05AM   LAB   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      
On-Campus

MW           06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      25648
MW           08:15PM-08:45PM   LAB   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      
On-Campus


MUFHL 401    Music Theory    4 Units

Prerequisite: MUFHL 400 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 72 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course is a study of intermediate level harmony (triads, seventh chords, secondary dominants, and modulation), part writing, and small forms in classical and commercial music. It includes the continued development of keyboard, dictation, and sight-singing skills. Short composition assignments are also included.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MTWTh        10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      25652
MTWTh        11:20AM-11:35AM   LAB   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      
On-Campus

MW           06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      25656
MW           08:15PM-08:45PM   LAB   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      
On-Campus


MUFHL 410    Advanced Music Theory    4 Units

Prerequisite: MUFHL 401 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 72 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course is a study of advanced level, chromatic harmony (secondary dominants and leading tone sevenths, borrowed, Neapolitan, and augmented 6th chords), and small instrumental and vocal forms in classical and commercial styles. It includes the continued development of keyboard, dictation, and sight-singing skills. Short composition assignments are also included.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MTWTh        10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      25660
MTWTh        11:20AM-11:35AM   LAB   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      
On-Campus

MW           06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      25664
MW           08:15PM-08:45PM   LAB   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      
On-Campus


MUFHL 411    Advanced Music Theory    4 Units

Prerequisite: MUFHL 410 with a grade of "C" or better
General Education: CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 72 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: This course is a study of more advanced chromatic harmony, extended harmonic structures, and modern techniques such as quartal harmony and synthetic scales. It includes the continued development of keyboard, dictation, and sight-singing skills. Short composition assignments are also included.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MTWTh        10:30AM-11:20AM   LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      25668
MTWTh        11:20AM-11:35AM   LAB   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 21      
On-Campus

MW           06:00PM-08:05PM   LEC   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      25672
MW           08:15PM-08:45PM   LAB   M.Goldsmith          SCC MAIN AUD 34      
On-Campus


MUFHL 481    Survey of Music History and Literature - Honors    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
General Education: AA/AS Area I; CSU Area C1; IGETC Area 3A
Enrollment Limitation: Eligibility for the Honors Program
Course Transferable to UC/CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is a survey of Western classical music from the time of Greek antiquity through the Baroque period (ca. 1750). Students use listening exercises, source readings, and group projects to study the development of classical music in historical and cultural contexts. Students study the aesthetic principles and values from various eras to develop their own musical and artistic judgments. This course meets the music history (MUFHL 310) requirement for music majors. This honors section leads the student through an intensive and scholarly approach to the subject matter in a seminar environment and uses an intensive instructional methodology designed to challenge motivated students.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 22-Dec 17
MW           12:00PM-01:20PM   LEC   R.Knable             SCC MAIN AUD 34      29186
On-Campus

Fall 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: November 19, 2009

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