Associate of Music
Prepare to transfer into a music program with junior standing.
Transfer Ready
This degree pathway prepares students who intend to major in music to enter a Bachelors Degree program with sophomore or junior standing. Students work closely with music faculty advisors to ensure that they graduate from TCC prepared to audition for the program of their choice.
We Are Proud of our Music Program
- Many adjunct private lesson faculty teach at local four-year colleges
- We have a high success rate of graduates who transfer into 4 year schools
- Scholarship money is available for music majors
Music at TCC
Find out more about TCC Music programs, ensembles and classes.
Associate of Music Degree
Some substitutions may be made for some courses. Students should also contact the Music Department of their intended transfer institution in order to learn of any special course preferences, audition requirements, and transfer placement exams that college may have.
Please consult with an advisor and your chosen four-year school(s), as program and admissions requirements vary and may change without notice.
Sample Schedule
This is an example of what your schedule might look like as an Associate of Music student. Keep in mind that the specific courses you take will be based on TCC's degree requirements and the requirements of your intended transfer school.
Year One | ||
First Quarter | Second Quarter | Third Quarter |
MUSC&141 | MUSC&142 | MUSC&143 |
MUSC Applied Lessons | MUSC Applied Lessons | MUSC Applied Lessons |
MUSC Performing Ensemble | MUSC Performing Ensemble | MUSC Performing Ensemble |
ENGL& 101 | ENGL& 102 or 103 | ENVS& 101 |
Math& 107 or 146 | PSYC& 100 | ANTH& 100 |
Year Two | ||
Fourth Quarter | Fifth Quarter | Sixth Quarter |
MUSC&241 | MUSC&242 | MUSC&243 |
MUSC Applied Lessons | MUSC Applied Lessons | MUSC Applied Lessons |
MUSC Performing Ensemble | MUSC Performing Ensemble | MUSC Performing Ensemble |
MUSC 124 Piano I | MUSC 125 Piano II | MUSC 126 Piano III |
Humanities Elective* | HIST& 126 | CHEM& 110 |
BIOL& 100 |
*Note: If you have finished your language requirement, you can take literature, art, communication, or film to meet your Humanities requirements.