Whether you want to teach music, become a professional performer or composer, or work in the music industry, this program can help you turn your musical talent into a career. We even offer a scholarship specifically for music students.
In this program, you'll learn music theory and grow as a musician through private instruction and performance opportunities, including large and small ensembles, solo recitals, workshops with professional artists, and regional and national competitions. You'll gain foundation you need to transfer to a four-year college or university.
Even if you are not planning to pursue a career in music and just want to pursue your love of music, we have options for you! Anyone can take Music Appreciation, History of Jazz, History of Popular Music, or World Music, and our ensembles are open to all students and to members of the community.
SFCC offers a plethora of musical opportunities both for performance and for appreciation of live music. Each quarter the department typically holds five concerts, and community members are welcome to participate in our ensembles and/or attend our concerts.
Whether you are an SFCC student or a member of the community, you can participate in our music ensembles. We offer options both for credit and non-credit in Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Community Choir, World Drumming, and Private Music Lessons.
What You’ll Learn
- Audition for a four-year college or university music program
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of musical styles, theory, and piano
- Perform a standard body of literature related to their instrument or voice
- Cultivate relationships with local musicians and educators in the community
- Recognize music's role in society and culture
- Demonstrate college-level writing, math, and reasoning skills
You and your advisor will use this program map as a starting point to create a personal education plan customized to your needs. We meet you where you are and help you reach your goals.
Need more details? Check out the requirements for the AFA degree in Music. Course descriptions and course learning outcomes can be found in our online catalogue.
Program Map for
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Total Credits: 100
First Quarter
Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ENGL& 101
English Composition I
5
MUSC 176
Beginner Piano Class I
2
MUSC& 141
Music Theory I
5
Choose 1 course from:
MUSC 115
Symphony Orchestra
2
MUSC 127
Chamber Singers
2
MUSC 139
Bass Clef Choir
2
Second Quarter
Course ID
Course Title
Credits
ENGL& 102
Composition II
5
MUSC 177
Beginner Piano Class II
2
MUSC& 142
Music Theory II
5
Choose 1 course from:
MUSC 115
Symphony Orchestra
2
MUSC 127
Chamber Singers
2
MUSC 139
Bass Clef Choir
2
Choose 1 course from:
ENGL& 111
Introduction to Literature
5
MUSC 106
History of Popular Music
5
MUSC& 105
Music Appreciation
5
PHIL& 101
Introduction to Philosophy
5
Third Quarter
Course ID
Course Title
Credits
MATH& 107
Math in Society
5
MUSC 178
Beginner Piano Class III
2
MUSC& 143
Music Theory III
5
Choose 1 course from:
MUSC 115
Symphony Orchestra
2
MUSC 127
Chamber Singers
2
MUSC 139
Bass Clef Choir
2
Fourth Quarter
Course ID
Course Title
Credits
MUSC 276
Advanced Piano Class I
2
MUSC& 241
Music Theory IV
5
Choose 1 course from:
MUSC 215
Symphony Orchestra
2
MUSC 227
Chamber Singers
2
MUSC 239
Bass Clef Choir
2
Choose 1 course from:
ASTR& 101
Introduction to Astronomy
5
CHEM& 110
Chemical Concepts w/Lab
5
ENVS& 101
Intro to Environmental Science
5
Fifth Quarter
Course ID
Course Title
Credits
MUSC 277
Advanced Piano Class II
2
MUSC& 242
Music Theory V
5
Choose 1 course from:
MUSC 215
Symphony Orchestra
2
MUSC 227
Chamber Singers
2
MUSC 239
Bass Clef Choir
2
Choose 1 course from:
CHEM 116
Reactions: Our Actions and Inactions
5
GEOL& 100
Survey of Earth Science
5
Sixth Quarter
Course ID
Course Title
Credits
MUSC 278
Advanced Piano Class III
2
MUSC& 243
Music Theory VI
5
Choose 1 course from:
POLS& 202
United States Government
5
PSYC& 100
General Psychology
5
Choose 1 course from:
MUSC 215
Symphony Orchestra
2
MUSC 227
Chamber Singers
2
MUSC 239
Bass Clef Choir
2
Choose 1 course from:
ENGL& 111
Introduction to Literature
5
MUSC 106
History of Popular Music
5
MUSC& 105
Music Appreciation
5
PHIL& 101
Introduction to Philosophy
5
You and your advisor will use the Program Map located on this page to create a personal education plan customized to your interests and goals, your start quarter, full- or part-time status, any prior credits you have, and the classes available each quarter.
For an up-to-date list of all classes that satisfy the requirements for the AFA degree, click here to go to our iCatalog, then select the AFA in Music.
To see the requirements for the AA-DTA/MRP in Music, click here, then scroll down to Direct Transfer Agreements/Major Related Programs and click on the Associate in Music DTA/MRP.
Maximum estimated costs for completing this program
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Tuition
-
Resident
$
10,237
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Non-Resident
$
18,175
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International
$
23,364
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Books
$
2,017
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Course Fees
$
78
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Institutional Fees
$
1,545
- The amounts listed for tuition and lab & course fees reflects a maximum estimated cost and may be lower based on courses selected.
- The amount listed for books is a maximum estimated cost based on the price of new textbooks purchased during the previous school year. Costs may be lower based on student choices and availability (used books vs new, rental vs purchase).
- For more information about costs, visit our page How Much Does It Cost?
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Scholarships
The SFCC Music Student Scholarship is a prestigious award open to all current students, whether full-time or part-time, who are actively participating in music or audio classes at SFCC. Don’t miss your chance to elevate your musical journey and showcase your talents!