Curriculum Details for Associate of Arts, Music + Voice

Award: Associate of Arts

Degree Code: APAV

Number of Credits: 69

Program Description

The music program provides students with performing experience, practical career skills, and applied technique as a foundation for advancement in music. Solid training in classical and/or contemporary techniques is given in individual lessons with participation in music ensemble performances every semester. This program helps students to prepare for transfer to a four-year institution, internships, and employment or career advancement in the areas of performance, education, administration and production. This is accomplished in an open access, optimal learning environment for students’ educational, cultural, and economic development.

Transfer Information

Cecil College has articulation agreements with Maryland and regional institutions. Click on “Transfer Opportunities” in MyCecil under the Advising Tab for a list of transfer pathways. In addition, transfer information is available through ARTSYS (The Articulation System of Maryland). Contact your advisor for detailed information.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency at the intermediate level on their main instrument or vocal part
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of tonal harmony
• Demonstrate functional proficiency in aural theory (ear training) and sight singing
• Demonstrate proper use of basic hardware and software tools of music technology
• Demonstrate knowledge of vocal repertoire

Career Opportunities

Education, performance, composing and arranging, conducting, music therapy, recording industry and communications.