Music Minor

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Introduction

Music Minor is a program taught at Fresno Pacific University, USA. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Music Minor at Fresno Pacific University combines academic music study with performing in an ensemble. Courses cover music history, music theory, and ear training, including popular American and church music.

The program includes four semesters of private instruction on the same instrument, with successful completion of the Level 1 Exam. It also includes four semesters of participation in a performing ensemble. Required coursework includes Aural Skills I and II, Music Theory I and II, and Music in the Church, plus elective music history options.

Modules

MUS 155 - Aural Skills I
MUS 156 - Music Theory I
MUS 255 - Aural Skills II
MUS 256 - Music Theory II
MUS 400 - Music in the Church
MUS 350 - Early Music History
MUS 351 - Music History: 1800 - Present
Applied Music (Private Instruction)
MUS 115 - Musical Theater
MUS 116 - Concert Choir
MUS 122 - Orchestra
MUS 123 - Symphonic Band

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Music Minor at Fresno Pacific University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by Fresno Pacific University.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Fresno Pacific University as pre-requiste for admission in Music Minor.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Lower Division Major Prerequisites (6 Units):

MUS 101 - Elements of Musicianship Credits 3 (Prerequisite for MUS 155 . Requirement may be waived by passing the theory placement exam.)
MUS 102 - Music Appreciation Credits 3 or
MUS 103 - Introduction to American Popular Music Credits 3

Note: Students who demonstrate sufficient background (by exam) may waive MUS 101 - Elements of Musicianship and proceed directly to MUS 156 - Music Theory I and MUS 155 - Aural Skills I. For students who require foundation studies in preparation for the theory course sequence, music faculty recommends MUS 131 - Piano Class or MUS 135 - Private Instruction in Piano, followed by MUS 101 - Elements of Musicianship.