The music industry is so much bigger than the performers seen on the stage. It includes
songwriters, producers, arrangers, recording engineers, legal teams, promoters, organizers,
social media coordinators, and so much more. With an Associate in Arts degree focusing
on Musical Arts, students have a competitive edge when seeking employment and internships
in the industry. In this program, communication skills are emphasized along with performance
and theory skills to help students develop a global approach to sharing their musical
talents with the community and the world.
Courses such as Intro to the Music Business (HUM 111) introduce students to practical
concepts that are essential for operating successfully as an independent musician,
band manager, producer, or other roles in the recording industry. World Music (HUM
108) introduces students to research in the area of Ethnomusicology, which is an extremely
important and growing field. Honors courses, independent studies, and other special
topics are offered from time to time to allow students to pursue intensive studies
which align with their musical passions and interests. Courses within the AA Musical
Arts concentration are designed to meet transfer requirements for most 4-year Bachelor
programs in musical subjects.
