Aug 23, 2026  
GRCC Curriculum Database (2026-2027 Academic Year) 
    
GRCC Curriculum Database (2026-2027 Academic Year)
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MUS 153 - Applied Music Primary III - Pathway


Description
This applied music study is designed for students in the Music and Theater Pathway to study an instrument or voice, conducting, music composition, or another applied topic in a one-on-one setting. The course may also be required as a prerequisite applied level of study for students pursuing the Associate of Music Degrees. 
Credit Hours: 2
Contact Hours: 2
Prerequisites/Other Requirements: MUS 152  (B or Higher) or placement through an audition.
English Prerequisite(s): None
Math Prerequisite(s): None
Course Corequisite(s): MUS 103
Academic Program Prerequisite: None
Consent to Enroll in Course: Department Consent Required
Dual Enrollment Allowed?: Yes
Course Fees: $350.00
Number of Times Course can be taken for credit: 1
Programs Where This Course is a Requirement:
None
Other Courses Where This Course is a Prerequisite: MUS 152, MUS161
Other Courses Where this Course is a Corequisite: None
Other Courses Where This course is included in within the Description: None
General Education Requirement:
None
General Education Learner Outcomes (GELO):
NA
Course Learning Outcomes:
Applied Music is independent study of a performance topic. Student outcomes will be tailored to each student and applied topic.

1.  Know and use active listening skills. 

2.  Manage time effectively. 
Course Outline:
Each applied music course is structured as private lessons with specific learning objectives and outcomes that are tailored to the individual student’s assessed performance level. 

 


Approved for Online and Hybrid Delivery?:
No
Instructional Strategies:
One-on-one private lesson:  100%
Mandatory Course Components:
Each applied music course is structured as private lessons with specific learning objectives and outcomes that are tailored to the individual student’s assessed performance level. 
Equivalent Courses:
NA
Accepted GRCC Advanced Placement (AP) Exam Credit: None
AP Min. Score: NA
Name of Industry Recognize Credentials:

Course prepares students to seek the following external certification:
None
Course-Specific Placement Test: None
Course Aligned with ARW/IRW Pairing: N/A
Mandatory Department Assessment Measures:
Jury performance at the end of the semester is required for advancement.
GRCC Course Type:
Program Requirement: Meets the learning needs of students in a specific GRCC program.
Course Format:
Applied Music - 1:1
Total Applied Music Hours Per Week: 2
People Soft Course ID Number: 100270
Course CIP Code: 50.09
Maximum Course Enrollment: 15
Course Software Utilized: none
High School Articulation Agreements exist?: No
If yes, with which high schools?: NA
Non-Credit GRCC Articulation Agreement With What Area: No
Identify the Non Credit Programs this Course is Accepted: NA


School: School of Liberal Arts
Department: Music
Discipline: MUS
Faculty Credential Requirements:
Master’s Degree (GRCC general requirement), Professionally qualified through work experience in field (Perkins Act or Other) (list below)
Faculty Credential Requirement Details:
Applied faculty must have obtained a Master’s Degree in the specific applied area. Applicants without an earned Master’s, who demonstrate a significant amount of professional experience as a performer and pedagogue along with significant college level teaching experience may be considered.
Major Course Revisions: Title, Prerequisite
Last Revision Date Effective: 20260224T09:22:46
Course Review & Revision Year: 2030-2031



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