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Some of the following music courses are integrated with college credit classes and have a limited number of seats for the general public to enroll as a Continuing Education student. The Music courses that are integrated with college offer the content, rigor, and workshop experience that is standard within a college credit classroom. Students must have a minimum level of proficiency on their instrument in order to participate in the course. All courses require that students use their Austin Community College email address and regularly access the Blackboard site for instruction.
For questions regarding the music courses, please contact Terra Garcia at terra.garcia@austincc.edu.
For classes taught online, Class log-in information can be found in Blackboard a few days prior to the class start date.
An active ACC Email and eID are required to log in to Blackboard. All students taking music classes must log into Blackboard, even if they are taking classes face-to-face.
Courses In Our Music Area
Brass Ensemble-Semesters 1&2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
A brass performance group that is open to any student who can qualify by audition. Emphasis on performance of literature for small ensembles. Combined with college credit MUEN-1133.
Chamber (small) Instrumental Ensemble: Jazz...
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
An instrumental performance group that is open to any student who can qualify by audition. Emphasis on performance of jazz music for small ensembles. Combined with credit MUEN-1137.
College Choir-Semesters 1 & 2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
A choral ensemble that is open to any student who can qualify by audition. Will give several public performances each semester. Repertoire varies according to emphasis. Combined with credit MUEN-1143.
Concert Band-Semesters 1&2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This class is designed for full or part-time students who desire to improve their performance levels on band instruments, observe rehearsal methods and techniques, and learn band organizational strategies. Combined with credit MUEN-1126.
Guitar I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This class is an introduction to guitar fundamentals. Topics will include: major chords, strumming technique and basic music theory. This is a good opportunity to explore the guitar in a friendly, low stress environment. A guitar and pick are required; acoustic or classical guitars preferred but electric guitars are acceptable.
Guitar II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This class is a continuation of Guitar I. Topics will include: minor chords, strumming technique and basic music theory. This is a good opportunity to explore the guitar in a friendly, low stress environment. A guitar and pick are required; acoustic or classical guitars preferred but electric guitars are acceptable.
Jazz Ensemble B-Semesters 3&4
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Provides training in the specific techniques necessary for jazz ensemble performance. Emphasizes both ensemble and solo playing. Repertoire varies according to emphasis. Combined with credit MEUN-1121.
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Percussion Ensemble-Semesters 1 & 2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Provides training in the specific techniques necessary for ensemble performance. Emphasizes both ensemble and solo playing. Repertoire varies according to emphasis. Combined with credit MUEN-1124.
String Ensemble I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
A string instrument performance group open to players who have 1-4 years experience on their instrument and/or limited experience with ensemble playing. Repertoire varies according to the needs of the group, with an emphasis on chamber literature.
String Ensemble II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
A string instrument performance group open by audition to players who have 5 or more years experience on their instrument and/or wish to gain more experience with ensemble playing. Repertoire varies according to the needs of the group, with an emphasis on chamber literature.
String Ensemble-Semesters 1&2
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
A string ensemble group that is open to any student who can qualify by audition. Emphasis is on performance of literature for small ensembles. Three hours of rehearsal required per week. Combined with credit MUEN-1134.
Voice Class - Foundations of Singing
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This course is designed to improve the singing voice and develop the ability to sing successfully in front of others. Specific vocal exercises will be given to strengthen the essential elements of singing, as well as information on the basic anatomy, physiology, and care of the voice. Students will also have performance opportunities in a supportive environment to develop confidence and expression of text.
