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Department of Fine Arts, Humanities and Media Studies
 Introduction To Music Appreciation MUSC 190 (3 credits)
This course is planned primarily for students without previous music training. The most important styles and types of music are studied through the examination of representative examples drawn from the different eras of music history. Recorded and visual materials are utilized to stimulate a discriminating understanding and enjoyment of the various styles and types of music.
Contemporary Music Appreciation MUSC 191 (3 credits)
This course focuses on music of the twentieth century. Since the musical dynamism of Stravinsky's Rite of Spring through today's electronic works, music of our century has been labeled harsh, unpleasant, noisy, and not music at all. Selected compositions of composers who have created the new music of the twentieth century are discussed and heard.
Music Of The World's Peoples MUSC 194 (3 credits)
This course is primarily for students without previous musical training. Through case studies, the music of various cultures is studied in the context of human life. Recorded and visual materials, and a student-selected “field study” stimulate understanding and appreciation for various types of music in our world.
Theory Of Music 1 MUSC 181 (3 credits)
An introduction to the theory of music, including ear training, dictation, and sight reading.
Theory Of Music 2 MUSC 182 (3 credits)
A continuation of Music Theory 1, with instruction in musical analysis, techniques of composition and student projects of a creative nature. Generally offered every other semester.
Prerequisite: Music Theory 1, or permission of instructor.
Harmony 1 MUSC 282 (3 credits)
Diatonic harmony. A study in chord structure and chord relationships. Harmonization of melodies and analysis of four-part writing. The course provides the student with harmonic materials to compose in traditional music styles.
Prerequisite: MUSC 181-182 or MUSC 150-151
Harmony 2 MUSC 283 (3 credits)
Chromatic harmony. A continuation of Harmony 1, with concentration on chromatic harmonization, modulation and figured bass. The course will provide students with advanced harmonic materials for composition and analysis of music.
Prerequisite: MUSC 282
Group Keyboard Classes
Introduction To Keyboard Instruction 1 MUSC 150 (3 credits)
This course is designed as an introduction to piano playing for students with no prior music experience. In addition to sight reading, transposition and improvisation, this is a very practical way of introducing the materials of music to students who plan to study music further, or just play for their own enjoyment.
Introduction To Keyboard Instruction 2 MUSC 151 (3 credits)
This course is designed for students who have a basic knowledge of piano playing. In addition to continuing and expanding the topics of MUSC 150, the course enables students to learn harmonization of tunes and basic elements of interpretation. Forms and styles of traditional music are presented and supplemented with examples of students and instructor.
Intermediate Keyboard Instruction 1 MUSC 250 (3 credits)
This course is for students with a background in the fundamentals of music and basic keyboard skills. Improvisation and creating accompaniments for melodies are taught as well as works from the standard keyboard repertoire.
Intermediate Keyboard Instruction 2 MUSC 251 (3 credits)
A continuation of MUSC 250, with instruction in accompanying, choral and instrumental score reading and contemporary idioms.
Prerequisite: MUSC 250
Group Voice Classes
Group Voice 1 MUSC 164 (2 credits)
Group Voice 2 MUSC 165 (2 credits)
Group Voice 3 MUSC 264 (2 credits)
Group Voice 4 MUSC 265 (2 credits)
These courses are designed to develop the range and quality of the singing voice. Fundamentals of vocal technique and introduction to vocal repertory are emphasized.
The ability to read music is helpful.
Performing Ensembles
Jazz Ensemble Studies 1 MUSC 140 (3 credits)
Jazz Ensemble Studies 2 MUSC 141 (3 credits)
Jazz Ensemble Studies 3 MUSC 240 (3 credits)
Jazz Ensemble Studies 4 MUSC 241 (3 credits)
A study of jazz styles, techniques, and the history and literature of American jazz. For students who wish to develop their practical musicianship in innovative performing jazz ensemble studies.
Prerequisites: Instructor approval based on prior jazz ensemble experience and audition; concurrent enrollment in Concert Band MUSC 173, 174, 273, 274 is desirable. Possession of the appropriate musical instrument is required.
Concert Band 1 MUSC 173 (1 credit)
Concert Band 2 MUSC 174 (1 credit)
Concert Band 3 MUSC 273 (1 credit)
Concert Band 4 MUSC 274 (1 credit)
For music students who wish to perform in innovative instrumental performing groups and develop their practical musicianship. Students will demonstrate further proficiency on their instruments and in ensemble performance.
College Choir 1 MUSC 160 (1 credit)
College Choir 2 MUSC 161 (1 credit)
College Choir 3 MUSC 260 (1 credit)
College Choir 4 MUSC 261 (1 credit)
The aim of the choir is to develop and perpetuate a high standard of choral-ensemble singing. Open also on a non-credit basis to interested students and others who do not wish to take the course for credit.
Prerequisite: Tone test.
Ocean County College Community Chorus MUSC 910 (no credit)
The Ocean County College Community Chorus is a service of the college affording citizens of the county the opportunity to meet weekly for instruction and rehearsals, and to prepare for performances of major choral works. The aim of the chorus is to develop and perpetuate high musical standards. Audition required.
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