Music Performance Certificate (MPC)

HEGIS: 5610

Overview

This intensive musical performance preparation program is designed for the student who wishes further musical study before auditioning for entrance as an applied music major at a four-year college or music conservatory. In addition to musical performance preparation, the program provides foundations in music theory and history and freshman-level English language skills.

This program is not designed as a substitute for the freshman year at a four-year college or conservatory, but some of the credits may be accepted for transfer credit by some colleges. Students should contact the college they plan to enter for its transfer policy.

A Certificate is awarded upon completion of the requirements for this program.

Students who successfully complete the Certificate in Music Performance (MPC) will be able to:

• Demonstrate proficiency in music dictation and sight-reading.
• Demonstrate conventional music theory analysis and writing.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the major trends in Western music history.
• Demonstrate technical proficiency on an instrument or voice.
• Demonstrate appropriate performance technique in an ensemble setting.

Courses should be selected in consultation with an advisor.