Music Large Ensemble Credits: 4

Ensemble credits (one per course) are to be chosen from the options listed, performing on major instrument, and courses may be repeated (see Anoka-Ramsey Music Department Handbook for recommendations).

• MUSC 1106 - Concert Band Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 1107 - String Orchestra Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 1108 - Concert Choir Credits: 0-1

Music Small Ensemble Credits: 2

Ensemble credits (one per course) are to be chosen from the options listed, performing on major instrument, and courses may be repeated (see Anoka-Ramsey Music Department Handbook for recommendations).

• MUSC 1145 - World Drumming Ensemble Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 1146 - Jazz Ensemble Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 1147 - Musical Theater Ensemble Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 1148 - Chamber Singers Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 1149 - Guitar Ensemble Credits: 0-1
• MUSC 2145 - Chamber Ensembles Credits: 0-1

Music Applied Lesson Credits: 8

All four semesters of Applied Lessons (MUSC 2150  and MUSC 2175 ) and the sophomore recital are to be focusing on the same instrument, the student’s “major” instrument.

• MUSC 2150  - AFA Applied Lesson (3 semesters at 2 credits each) Credits: 6
• MUSC 2175 - AFA Recital Applied Lesson Credits: 2
• MUSC 2151  - AFA Performance Hour (4 semesters) Credits: 0

Goal 01: Communication

• Select one:

• ENGL 1120 - Cross-Current College Writing and Critical Reading Credits: 4
• ENGL 1121 - College Writing and Critical Reading Credits: 4

Goal 02: Critical Thinking

Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. ​MnTC Goal 02 Course List  

Goal 03: Natural Sciences

BIOL 1104  is recommended.

Goal 04: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning

Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 04 Course List  

Goal 05: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences

PSYC 1110  is recommended.

Goal 06: Humanities/Fine Arts

• MUSC 1116 - Music Theory I Credits: 3
• MUSC 2201 - Music History and Literature I Credits: 3

Goal 07: Human Diversity

• MUSC 1101 - Introduction to World Music Credits: 3

Goal 08: Global Perspective

• MUSC 2202 - Music History and Literature II Credits: 3

Goal 09: Ethical/Civic Responsibility

PSYC 2250  is recommended.

Goal 10: People and the Environment

Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 10 Course List  

Note

If students do not follow the recommended MnTC courses listed, additional credits may be required to complete this degree program.

Program Goals

By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning goals

1. Demonstrate a required level of artistry and technical proficiency on their instrument;
2. Demonstrate a required level of music analytical competence;
3. Demonstrate a required level of aural recognition;
4. Understand the historical and cultural development of music throughout the ages; and
5. Communicate informed personal reactions to recorded and live music.

Developmental Courses

Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics, or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.

Piano Proficiency

Two semester sequence of Keyboard lab prepares students for the piano proficiency exam at a transfer institution. Keyboard competency exam may be administered on an individual basis, contact the piano faculty for testing.

Completion Requirements

• A minimum of 68 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
• A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
• A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in all MnTC courses.
• Satisfy residency requirements.
• A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
• Completion of specific degree requirements.
• To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
• The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

1st Year

2nd Year