DMACC Music Program Classes

The Music Program offers a variety of classroom and online classes.

Humanities Core Courses

Music Appreciation (MUS 100) - classroom and online
A survey of the development of western art music through study of representative compositions of many periods and styles. Includes definitions of musical terminololgy and a major emphasis on listening

Music Fundamentals (MUS 102) - classroom
This course introduces students to the elements of music through performance on recorder and piano. Includes instruction in teaching the elements of music to pre-school and elementary school children.

Music Theory

Materials of Music I (MUS 106)  - classroom
Music Theory - All aspects of music theory will be introduced and explored with the experienced music student. Activities will include ear training, sight singing, keyboard training and written theory assignments.

Materials of Music II (MUS 107) - classroom
As a sequel to Materials of Music I, this course will examine music theory in greater complexity and will emphasize the harmonic aspects of music. Activities will include ear training, sight singing, keyboard skills and written theory assignments. PREREQUISITE: MUS 106


Private Lessons

Applied Voice (MUA 101)
Individual instruction in voice. Weekly half-hour lessons in tone production, breath control, diction, literature, and stage presence.

Applied Piano (MUA 121)
Individual instruction in piano. Weekly half-hour lessons. Beginning, intermediate, and advanced students accepted.

Applied Instrumental (MUA 147)
Individual instruction in all instruments. Weekly one half-hour lessons.

Choral Ensembles

Concert Choir (MUS 143)
The concert choir is open to all students. Varied literature is chosen.

Chamber Ensemble (MUS 150)
This course is open to members of the Concert Choir who are selected by auditioning with the director. Chamber Choir sings a variety of musical styles, and the music is generally more difficult than the music in Concert Choir. Prior choir experience is most helpful.
Prerequisite: Audition with Director Corequisite: MUS 143