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Music & Performing Arts Descriptions
For catalog cycle Fall 2007 to Spring 2009
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MPA 100: Introduction to Music
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Introduces the student to music terminology and fundamental concepts in music theory. Course is highly recommended for students wishing to further their studies in music (Offered every semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 101: Musicianship and Theory I
Effective May 7, 2008 View History
Description:
Fundamentals of music and notation. Major, minor scales, intervals, triads, and inversions, root-position 7th cords, and the beginning harmonic analysis. Emphasis on the development of the ear and exercises of pulse, rhythm, pitch, and coordination. Dictation and sight singing. Requires basic music skills as evidenced by having completed MPA 100 or equivalent. Students who have not taken the prerequisite coursework can take an assessment test to measure their basic musical skills, and, with a satisfactory grade on that test, have the requirement waived. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 100)
MPA 102: Musicianship and Theory 2
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Triads and 7th cords and their inversions. Introduces modes, melodic and harmonic analysis, four-part harmony, and keyboard harmony. Sight singing, ear training, and dictation. Knowledge of musical notation and scales required. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 101)
MPA 103: Musicianship & Theory III
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Studies larger tonal forms, chromatic chord vocabulary, upper partial chords, and introduction to counterpoint and compositional techniques of the 20th Century. Continued exercises in composition. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 102)
MPA 110: Keyboard I
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Piano instruction includes techniques, repertoire and keyboard harmony. (Offered fall semester)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 115: Performance Study-Fundamental
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Fundamental-level studies on the playing of a musical instrument or voice. Requires an audition or tape of performance to determine placement. May be repeated. Non-vocal students provide own instruments. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 121: Introduction to Modern Dance I
Effective Aug 26, 2002 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 122: Beginning Ballet
Effective Aug 26, 2002 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 123: Advanced Beginning Ballet
Effective Jan 22, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 122)
MPA 124: Intro to Modern Dance II
Effective Jan 22, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 121)
MPA 135: Reflections on American Music
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(EXCLUDE SOPHMORE AND JUNIOR AND SENIOR)
MPA 195: Special Topics
Effective Sep 16, 2008 View History
Description:
Studies a particular topic in the music and performing arts major. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 196: Field Studies
Effective Aug 28, 1995 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 197: Independent Study
Effective Jan 22, 2007 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 201: Survey Of Jazz
Effective Sep 3, 1996 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 202: Survey Music Lit I
Effective Sep 3, 1996 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 204: Hist Surv:Art/Cultr/Value
Effective Jan 28, 1998 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 205: Latin Music
Effective Aug 25, 1997 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 209: African Drumming
Effective Aug 27, 2001 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 210: Keyboard II
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
A continuation of Keyboard I with instruction on techniques, repertoire, and keyboard harmony. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 211: Beginning Guitar
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Studies the fundamentals in learning how to play the Guitar. Students will progress from basic note reading to learning the basic techniques of how to play the guitar. No prerequisite ability is necessary for this course. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 212: Intermediate Guitar
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Studies in the playing of the guitar, at the Intermediate level. Note: May be required to provide an audition or tape of performance. Prerequisite(s): ability to read and play guitar music and knowledge of fundamentals of music. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 211)
MPA 213: Jazz Blues Guitar
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Students will progress from an intermediate to an advance level of guitar playing. Prerequisite(s): perform at an intermediate level on the guitar and knowledge of fundamentals of music. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 212)
MPA 214: Guitar Ensemble
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Emphasizes the study, rehearsal, and performance of works from the Renaissance to the present, depending on student abilities, including music composed for the jazz guitar and transcriptions. Prerequisite(s): ability to read music and perform at an intermediate level on the guitar and knowledge of fundamentals of music. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 215: Performance Study Beginning
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Intermediate-level studies on the playing of a musical instrument or voice. Requires an audition or tape of performance to determine placement. May be repeated. Non-vocal students provide own instruments. (Offered every semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 225: Ballet Folklorico
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Inspires, motivates, and challenges students to expand their cultural world creatively through movement. Teaches the historical and cultural roots, traditions, and basic techniques and styles of different Mexican dances. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 226: Beg Movement & Theater Design
Effective Aug 27, 2001 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 227: Jazz Dance I
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Offers students the skills and movement at the high-energy caliber of the jazz flavor. Incorporates the cultural perspective of movement and dance. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 228: Jazz Dance II
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Continues the study of jazz dance techniques at an advanced level. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 227)
MPA 229: African Dancing
Effective Aug 27, 2001 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 233: Expressive Arts
Effective Jan 22, 2008 View History
Description:
Explores the expressive nature of the human being through the study of public visual art, music, and dance, Examines myth and ritual through history as it relates to today. Students receive five weeks of study in each area. (Offered every semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 235: Reflections on American Music
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(EXCLUDE FRESHMEN AND JUNIOR AND SENIOR)
MPA 295: Special Topics
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Studies a particular topic in the Music and Performing Arts academic program. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 297: Independent Study
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 300: Major ProSeminar
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Helps the student acquire and develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding needed to fulfill major specific learning outcomes. Acquaints students with the theories, values, and models relevant to the Music and Performing Arts program. Provides insight into possible careers. Develops a community of learners to assist students in completing their Individual Learning Plans (ILP). Should be taken in the junior year. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 301: Music for Children
Effective Jan 22, 2007 View History
Description:
Provides an overview of musical materials, concepts, and skills appropriate for teaching music in elementary school classrooms. Teaches music fundamentals with the applied development of basic skills on such instruments as guitar and piano. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 302: The Roots Of Pop Culture
Effective Dec 17, 1998 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 303: Audio Production
Effective Sep 3, 1996 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 304A: Survey Electronic Music
Effective Sep 3, 1996 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 305: Music In American Culture
Effective Sep 3, 1996 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 306: Music and Computers
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Introduction to MIDI and MIDI sequencing using Macintosh and PC systems. Creative application of synthesizers and controllers. MIDI software applications, sound designing, effects, and mixing in a MIDI environment. Use of computer-based and hardware sequencers, MIDI orchestrating, SMPTE, and sync to video and film. Music notation scoring software and computer assisted composition. General MIDI standard and current trends; system exclusive. Formerly known as MIDI Fundamentals. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 307: Fundmntls Digital Audio
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Basic concepts of Digital Audio principals, including waveform theory, sample rates, quantization, analog-to-digital conversion, file formats, DSP, and storage mediums. Multitrack hard disk recording projects using the Digidesign ProTools workstation and DTM bus; Alesis ADAT digital modular multitrack. Capturing and design of sound effects. Incorporation of MIDI. Aesthetic and creative aspects of audio for use in music recording, post production, multimedia, video, and film. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 308: Audio Production
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Combines elements of MIDI and digital audio, using the computer as the "virtual recording studio" model. Fundamentals of MIDI music and sound production, using software multitrack sequencers for creation of original works, including scoring to picture are rendered. Web-based audio and current developments are applied and creative content is encouraged. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 307)
MPA 309: Global Percussion
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Studies percussion rhythms from around the globe. Students learn hands-on, African, Afro Cuban, Latino, and Caribbean rhythms. Introduces the rhythms of India, Japan, and Pacific Islands through guest artists and lecturers. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 310: Gospel Choir
Effective Jan 6, 2009 View History
Description:
Studies the performance, practice, and historical evolution of contemporary Gospel music in America via the performance medium. Must be repeated twice for credit. Off campus performances may be required. (Offered every semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 312: Music in Film
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
An in-dept exploration of composers, aesthetic considerations, and myriad developments of music in film, from the silent era to the present. Introduces feature films whose groundbreaking, innovative use of music plays a crucial role in qualifying them as examples of Richard Wagner's revolutionary concept of total artwork.(Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 315: Performance Study Intermediate
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Advanced-level studies on the playing of a musical instrument or voice. Requires an audition or performance tape to determine placement. May be repeated. Non-vocal students provide own instruments. (Offered every semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 317S: Community Involvement SL
Effective Jan 6, 2009 View History
Description:
Seeks to foster the development of arts education programs in the local communities. Students employ a combination of community organizing skills and arts teaching strategies to facilitate arts education programs at specific sites. Students provide one-on-one or group tutoring to sites and utilize a variety of learned skills to facilitate arts education in surrounding communities. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 320: Chorale
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Studies and performs vocal repertoire for small ensembles including solo song, oratorio, opera, and ensemble music. Emphasizes the development of effective performance skills culminating in public performance. Must be repeated twice for credit. Off-campus performances may be required. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 330: Voice Training
Effective Jan 6, 2009 View History
Description:
Studies the basic techniques of tone production, breathing, and related skills in interpreting vocal music of various periods and styles. Suggested course sequence MPA 330 and MPA 332. Off-campus performances may be required. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 331: Opera
Effective Jul 10, 2000 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 332: Voice Training II
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Studies intermediate/advanced techniques of vocal production, expressive interpretation, and vocal repertoire from various music styles and periods. Off-campus performances may be required. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 330)
MPA 333: Expressive Arts
Effective Aug 23, 1999 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 334: Survey of Electronic Music
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Studies the materials and methodology of electronic music as a contemporary art form. Draws a historical survey of the literature and applications of electronic music and related theoretical issues from the fields of physics, acoustics, psycho acoustics, and digital audio, including the MIDI communication protocol. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 334A: Music Appreciation
Effective Aug 25, 1997 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 335: Reflections on America
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Projects an insight to sound, listening, and experiencing by taking a journey through the sights, sound, and historical study of music through the American social, political, and economic arenas. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 336: Jazz History
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
An overview of jazz development'from its roots in African music and American spirituals to the funeral bands of New Orleans - with an examination of the work and stylistic contributions of the great jazz originators - from King Oliver to Charlie Parker, John Coltrane, and Miles Davis. Emphasis on the social, cultural, and economic circumstances that influenced the art form called jazz. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 337: MusHistory I 500-1750 ONLINE
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
A stylistic survey of music of the tonal era, 500-1750, with emphasis on aural and visual identifications of the principal musical styles of the standard western music repertoire. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 338: MusHistory II 1750-1900 ONLINE
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
A stylistic survey of music of the tonal era, 1750-1900, with emphasis on aural and visual identifications of the principal musical styles of the standard western music repertoire. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 339: History of Song
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Surveys the solo vocal repertoire from the early Renaissance to the present, with special emphasis on extant repertoire of the Classical and Romantic eras. Required for voice concentration music majors. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 340: Music Prod. & Artistic Dev
Effective Jan 6, 2009 View History
Description:
Provides band and solo artists an opportunity to develop their sound, song writing, production skills, stage presence, and other assets required to be successful in the music business. Students are required to record and produce. Students provide own instruments. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 341: Sight Reading for Singers
Effective Feb 11, 2008 View History
Description:
Designed specifically for singers to address music reading problems specific to singers (text-note relationships, interval negotiation problems, etc.) Required for voice concentration music majors. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 342: Score Reading
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Addresses problems in score reading and increases large-score reading (orchestral, chamber, concert scores) skills for singers and other musicians. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 345: Improvisation
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Examines the technique and performance practice of jazz improvisation from 1927 to the present. Students gain a greater understanding of, sensitivity to, and greater skills in the practice of improvisation. Particular emphasis is placed on each student acquiring and developing critical listening skills. All students must have a basic proficiency on their chosen musical instrument and a basic knowledge of scales, key signatures, intervals, and chords. Vocalists are accepted. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 350: Advanced Performing Band
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Emphasizes the study, rehearsal, and preparation of professional level materials for performance for the large jazz ensemble. Includes classic pieces from historical jazz to contemporary developments in the jazz form. May include off-campus performances and performances at collegiate jazz festivals throughout California. May be repeated for credit. Students provide own instruments. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 355: Actor's Process
Inactive as of Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 360: Survey of World Music ONLINE
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Introduces non-Western music and arts within global sociocultural context, with an emphasis on indigenous, folk, and classical music as art forms. All work is conducted online except for four class meetings that take place on the first Tuesday of each month. (Offered every semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 370: Composition/Arranging I
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Explores the mechanics of music composition and arranging by examining component parts in detail including melody, rhythm, and harmony. Further exploration of this subject includes examination and critical analysis of various musical works past and present. Students are encouraged to develop these critical listening faculties in the search for compositional and arranged material that they will use in their individual compositions. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 371: Composition & Arranging II
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Further develops skills in composition, arranging, and orchestration. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 380: Theatre History
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Examines the evolution of theater from its ancient roots to the present in different cultures and societies throughout the world. Discusses selected dramatic theories and play examples. A key feature is the examination of how theater has reflected changes in world civilization over time.
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 381: Theatre as Social Action
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
A lecture/demonstration course featuring vital theatres whose work is engaged in living community interaction; work which serves as a galvanizing agent for social and political activism. Includes guest speakers, video and live presentations of theatrical work. Explores how to entertain, instruct, and catalyze change. Students research, create, and perform their own theatre as social action. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 382: Actor's Process
Effective Feb 12, 2008 View History
Description:
Provides fundamental concepts and techniques of performing. An essential foundation for anyone wanting to act on stage and for the camera. Involves acting exercises, scene work, monologues, theatre games, reading, text analysis, and processes for creating character and creating a role. Also essential for those needing to know how to work with actors, directors, and producers of theatre, film, television, and radio
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 383: Intro to Theatre Production
Effective Feb 12, 2008 View History
Description:
For actors performing in professionally directed plays on the World Theatre stage or other campus venues, student productions, staged readings, and teledramatic projects. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 390: Musical Theatre Production
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Students are part of and participate in a fullscale musical production. Open auditions for all roles and technical crew. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 391: Intro to Tech Performance Prod
Effective Mar 17, 2008 View History
Description:
Provides overview of technical and production support for live productions, capstones, staged readings, and projects produced by TAT/MPA. Provides experience in supporting, mounting, and crewing productions. Introduction to set design and construction, lighting design, props, makeup, sound design, crewing shows as stage hands, stage management, production assisting, production organization, and related technical support areas. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 392: Advanced Theatre Production
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
For experienced students of acting, performing in live theater, capstone projects, staged readings, and projects performed by TAT/MPA [Theater, Music, Dance].
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 393: Adv Tech Theatre Production
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Provides the technical and production support for live theatrical productions, capstone productions, staged readings, and projects performed by TAT/MPA. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 395: Special Topics
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Studies a particular topic in the music and performing arts major. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 396: Field Studies
Effective Aug 28, 1995 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 397: Independent Study
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 397S: Independent Study Srv Lrn
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Seeks to foster the development of arts education programs in the local communities. Students employ a combination of community organizing skills and arts teaching strategies to facilitate arts education programs at specific sites. Students provide one-on-one or group tutoring to sites and utilize a variety of learned skills to facilitate arts education in surrounding communities. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 399S: Service Learning
Effective Jun 7, 1999 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 400: University Concert Choir
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Emphasizes the study, rehearsal, and preparation of professional level materials for performance for the large jazz ensemble. Includes classic pieces from historical jazz to contemporary developments in the jazz form. May include off-campus performances and performances at collegiate jazz festivals throughout California. May be repeated for credit. Students provide own instruments. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 401: Conducting
Effective Aug 28, 2006 View History
Description:
Designed to introduce and have students become competent in basic ensemble conducting techniques. Required for voice concentration major. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 405: Ensembles I
Effective Feb 12, 2008 View History
Description:
Rehearsal and performance ensemble contributing music to campus and community events. Open to students, faculty, and staff. Directed by one faculty advisor and one student conductor/coordinator. Although auditions are not required for membership, members should have some experience in high school or college bands and read music. Students provide own instruments.(Offered fall semester.) (Formerly known as MPA 410, Instrumental Music, Pep Band.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 406: Ensembles II
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
In-depth analysis of the blues, rhythm changes, bi-tonal and polytonal chords and free improvisation. Includes in-depth study and analysis of work from renowned jazz heritage composers to contemporary jazz. A strong emphasis is placed on solo construction and development. Students provide own instruments. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 407: Musicianship
Effective Sep 3, 1996 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 408: Advanced Audio Production
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
Covers advanced mixing and mastering techniques. Effects processing, signal compression, mastering tools, and preparation for final mix-down. Application of CD-R burning, duplication, and distribution channels for final projects. Study of high-resolution audio for DVD-A and SACD. Integration of surround sound techniques and application for missing in 5.1 and beyond. Industry standard protocols for music business; current standards for copyright, and royalty considerations. Special projects in experimental audio. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(Prerequisites: MPA 308)
MPA 410: Instrumental Music
Effective Jan 23, 2006 View History
Description:
Studies the fundamentals in the playing of a musical instrument such as guitar, piano, woodwinds, bass, brass, or percussion. Note: May be required to provide an audition or tape of performance. Students provide own instruments. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 415: Performance Study Advanced
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Continuation of advanced studies on the playing of a musical instrument or voice. Requires an audition or tape of performance to determine placement. May be repeated. Non-vocal students provide own instruments. (Offered every semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 420: Advanced Voice Ensemble
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Nuovo Plaisir is an advanced performance ensemble for singers. Students perform a varied repertoire of jazz and classical music. (Offered every semester.)
Units
1 to 2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 440: Master Classes/Lecture Demos
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Music presentations or lecture demonstrations. These classes/workshops help students develop the means of achieving an original "voice." Periodically, guest artists conduct the workshops and listen to students perform with the intent to analyze student styles and suggest ways to improve their performance. Required of all music majors. (Offered every semester.)
Units
1 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 455: Advanced Acting
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Provides advanced study of and practice in the actor's process and includes such elements as style, movement, advanced text work, and acting for the camera. (Offered spring semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 457: Directing for the Stage
Effective Aug 27, 2007 View History
Description:
Practical aspects of stage direction, involving choice of material for production, budget management, script analysis, auditions, and casting. Practice in the evolution of a production concept from idea to performance: Early collaboration with a production team, building the rehearsal schedule, fundamentals of composition, movement, stage business, and characterization. (Offered fall semester.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 475: Senior Capstone
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
A live performance or presentation in the area of concentration, showing utilization of skills and competencies developed while at CSUMB. Must be taken for two semesters in sequence. (Offered every semester.)
Units
2 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 495: Special Topics
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Studies a particular topic in music and performing arts. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 497: Independent Study
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
Student and faculty member select topic of study and number of credits. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 498: American Musical Theatre
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
The study of American musical theatre from the early 1900's to present. Scene performance required. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 499: Directed Experiences
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Students conduct directed research, observation, or experience in a specific area of music concentration. May be repeated for a total of six credits. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
1 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 595: Special Topics
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Studies a particular topic in music and performing arts. May be repeated for credit when topics vary. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 596: Field Research Methods
Effective Feb 19, 2008 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
(INCLUDE JUNIOR AND SENIOR)
MPA 597: Independent Study
Effective Aug 22, 2005 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
1 to 6 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 599: Practicum: Dir Exp Music
Effective Aug 28, 1995 View History
Description:
No Description Provided
Units
2 to 4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
MPA 632: Integrating Arts
Effective Jan 24, 2005 View History
Description:
Designed to be team-taught by specialists such as a musician, an artist, and a dramatist with special focus on an interdisciplinary approach to extending arts across the curriculum. Students learn to use and develop theater, mime, roleplaying, dramatics, music, visual art, and movement as vehicles for the development of instruction. They integrate the arts as a natural base for instruction and develop public presentation skills that focus on diverse audiences. (Offered as interest warrants.)
Units
4 Units
Prerequisites, Corequisites, and Registration Restrictions:
None
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