Riverland’s Associate in Arts – Music Emphasis degree provides a comprehensive foundation in music theory, performance, and piano proficiency. Designed for smooth transfer to a four-year university, this 60-credit program includes ensemble participation and private study opportunities. Open to students of all skill levels, it prepares graduates for careers in teaching, performance, music industry roles, and more.
Location:
Austin
Program Starts:
Fall Course Plan:
Four Semesters Faculty: Scott Blankenbaker | 507-433-0547 | Scott.Blankenbaker@riverland.edu
Admissions: 507-433-0600 | admissions@riverland.edu
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Required Core Courses (20 credits)
MUSC1100
Fundamentals of Music
3 CR
MUSC1101
Theory and Musicianship Skills I (Goals 2 & 6)
4 CR
MUSC1144
Practical Piano and Digital Music Skills
2 CR
Must choose from the following courses below HISTORY & SOCIETY
3-6 CR
MUSC1111
Survey of Music (Goals 6 & 8)
3 CR
MUSC1112
Music in Society: Hymns to Hip-Hop (Goals 6 & 7A)
3 CR
MUSC1114
American Popular Music (Goals 6 & 7a)
3 CR
MUSC2600
USA Cultural Studies
1 CR
MUSC2295
World Cultural Studies
1 CR
Must choose from the following courses below MUSIC COMMUNICATIONS
3-6 CR
DIGI1100
Introduction to Creative Digital Media (Goal 2 & 6)
3 CR
MUSC1050
Introduction to Song Writing
1 CR
MUSC1120
Engaging People with Music
1 CR
MUSC
Group music-making courses MUSC 1121-1128, 2121-2128
1 CR
MUSC
Participation in Music MUSC 1130, 1131, 2130, 2131
1 CR
MUSC1140
Guitar Class I
1 CR
MUSC
Applied Lessons MUSC 1150-1191, 2150-2191
1 CR
MUSC1200
Intro to Digital Audio & Music Production
3 CR
THTR2710
Musical Theatre Performance (Goal 6 & 7A)
3 CR
CCLS1000
First Year Experience
1 CR
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Physical Education/Health
1 CR
MnTC General Education Courses (40 credits)
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Goal 1 - Communication A minimum of nine credits, including two courses in English Composition and one in Speech. ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1102 is required.
9 CR
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Goal 3 - Natural Sciences A minimum of nine credits, including two courses from two different disciplines. One course must be a laboratory.
9 CR
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Goal 4 - Mathematical/Logical Reasoning A minimum of nine credits.
9 CR
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Goal 5 - History and the Social & Behavioral Sciences A minimum of nine credits, including two courses from two different disciplines.
9 CR
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Goal 6 - Humanities and Fine Arts A minimum of nine credits, including two courses from two different disciplines. One must be non-MUSC. MUSC 1400 Music in Society: Hymns to Hip-Hop
Goal 10 - People and the Environment 1 course required
For in-depth information including outcomes, program fees, course descriptions, and more please
visit the
Music Emphasis
program page at riverland.edu.
