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Music, Liberal Arts

Students completing this degree will have a solid background in music to transfer to the university level as a junior in music or any baccalaureate program. Students are encouraged down avenues of exploration into possible careers in the field of music and into music as an avocation.

Music has the power to change lives. Earn a transferable associate degree in general studies with core academic classes and electives in music.

Spend less on tuition, student fees, and housing than you’d spend at a four-year university, plus get a quality education close to home.

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A QUALITY EDUCATION

Graduates of this program have pursued higher degrees and established successful careers in music education, music therapy, music industry, and music performance.

Under the direction of Dr. Joseph Trivette, the music program provides an educational experience in which students can earn a transferable associate degree in general studies with core academic classes and electives in music. It gives a broad educational foundation in music theory, practice, and performance in a range of genres.

Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts, Music Major

CIP 24.0103
Degree: Associate of Arts  (AA - Transfer) 
Program Code: 648
Program Length: 2 year - 4 Semesters
Minimum Credits: 61
Follow SWCC Music Dept.
AA Transfer Resources - Transfer & Articulation Agreements, Guaranteed Admission Agreements

Program Advisors
Dr. Joseph Trivette, 276.964.7381
Dickenson Hall
 

First Semester:

Semester Total:

  • Lecture Hours: 17
  • Lab Hours: 5
  • Course Credits: 18

Second Semester:

Semester Total:

  • Lecture Hours 15
  • Lab Hours: 5
  • Course Credits: 17

Third Semester:

Semester Total:

  • Lecture Hours: 13
  • Lab Hours: 2
  • Course Credits: 14

Fourth Semester:

Semester Total:

  • Lecture Hours: 10
  • Lab Hours: 4
  • Course Credits: 12

Total Minimum Credits: 61

* BIO 101-BIO 102, CHM 111-CHM 112, PHY 201-PHY 202, GOL 105-GOL 106 may be used to fulfill requirements.

** Determine the transfer institution's requirements prior to selection.

Music Electives:

***Humanities Electives:

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