Music - 809
Overview
Explore new musical horizons through a basic study of music and develop a sound foundation for more advanced studies such as arranging and composition. On successful completion of the program you will have developed your theoretical musical ability to the entrance level of the three year Applied Music Program at Mohawk College.
You do not need to apply to begin this program, simply ensure you meet the admission requirements (listed on the Admission & Registration tab) and then you may register for any available courses.
View courses available this term under Program of Studies.
Visit the Music Courses page to view a list of stand-alone courses you may be interested in.
Admission & Registration
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent (Mohawk Academic Upgrading, GED) OR 19 years of age or older.
- Open to absolute beginners or individuals at any stage
- You may qualify for credit for previous musical experience
- Level 1 instruments and vocals require no previous experience
- You must supply your own instruments where applicable and pay for texts
- Successful completion of senior secondary school English or equivalent
You do not need to apply to begin this program. Start by ensuring you meet the admission requirements listed above and then register for the courses listed in the Program of Studies when they are offered. Some courses have prerequisites, so please check the Program of Studies for details. Find out how to register for a course.
Financial Assistance Information
Bursary funding may be available. Learn more about Financial Assistance Options for Continuing Education Students.
Program of Studies
The program of studies displayed below applies to students starting the program in the current academic year. Students who began in other academic years may require different courses to be eligible to graduate. If you have questions regarding a strategy for completion contact Continuing Education - Interdisciplinary, Media, Creative Arts and Business
Click on the Course number or Course title for more information on each course.
Visit the Textbooks page for information on ordering your course materials.
A selection of courses are available each term. Courses that are currently not available (N/A) for registration may be offered in the future – check back frequently.
Mandatory Courses
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| Register | MUSC10075 | Piano Beginners Part A | 22.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSC10076 | Piano Beginners Part B | 22.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSCMU020 | Music Theory Preliminary | 28.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSCMU123 | Music Theory 1 | 28.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSCMU140 | Ear Training 1 Solfege | 28.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSCMU223 | Music Theory 2 | 28.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSCPA160 | Vocal 1 | 12.00 | |||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSC10072 | Guitar 1 | 22.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSC10103 | Piano Continued Explorations | 28.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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| N/A | MUSCMU182 | Harmony 1 | 28.00 | |||||||||||||||||||
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