35 Associate of Arts Degrees in Music 2024
- Tacoma, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Considering a music transfer degree as an option? TCC offers an Associate of Arts (DTA) degree with a Music Specialization. The following course set fulfills the requirement of the Specialization in Music for the Associate of Arts Degree and provides a clear, music-focused pathway for students to chain music courses together in a meaningful and transfer-relevant way. This specialization prepares students to transfer as Bachelor of Arts in Music majors, or Bachelor of Arts majors. It also prepares students with a solid framework of music knowledge, allowing them to potentially enter the music industry workforce.
- Nashville, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Trevecca’s Associate of Arts in music is a two-year degree program that combines a strong liberal arts education with a solid foundation in classical or commercial music. With courses ranging from music theory to commercial music history, this degree prepares you to pursue a four-year degree or a career in classical or commercial music.
- Santa Barbara, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer degree (AA-T in Music) provides students with the foundational knowledge to make a successful transition into a Baccalaureate degree in Music at any of the CSU campuses. Students develop musical proficiency in theory, musicianship, and performance on their primary instrument or voice.
- Santa Barbara, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Music Department offers a comprehensive program designed to provide a wide variety of musical experiences for both the general college student and the student seeking a career as a professional musician. The Associate in Arts Degree is conferred upon completion of the two-year program of study as a Music major and completion of the state and local requirements outlined later in this section. Courses are structured to offer an articulated transfer program for the major and a core of courses is offered to satisfy and nourish the reentry and continuing non-major student seeking an expressive and enjoyable musical experience.
- Nashville, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Trevecca’s two-year Associate of Arts in worship studies provides a foundation in musicianship and worship, helping students become well-versed in music theory, performance, biblical and historical worship, worship leading principles, private applied lessons, music technology, and audio basics.
- Nashville, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Trevecca’s Associate of Arts in songwriting is a two-year program that allows you to turn your passion for songwriting into a degree. You’ll take part in foundational classes like Music Fundamentals, Basic Concepts of Audio Technology, Guitar for the Songwriter, and Introduction to Songwriting, as well as have opportunities for advanced songwriting lessons and private guitar and piano lessons.
- Nashville, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Trevecca’s Associate of Arts in recording technology is a two-year program that teaches you the art of recording and audio production. You will be prepared for roles in concert sound, film scores, and video and computer game sound design or for audio production for various types of music. You can tailor the program by concentrating on audio production, audio mastering, or audio for digital cinema.
- Riverside, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
The Mission of the Music Department is to provide students the means to accomplish their goals in music with an educational program that prepares them to contribute as artists, educators, audience members, and supporters of the arts. Our standard is to meet the cultural, educational, and social needs of the community through excellent musical performances, school visitations, workshops, and masterclasses. At the heart of the department are outstanding arts experiences, superior teaching, and access to an aesthetic learning education. A systematic course of study that fosters meaningful cultural experiences in the performance, understanding, and appreciation of the art and discipline of music.
- Oakland, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Laney College offers four Music A.A. Degrees and a variety of Certificates of Achievement. Current degree summaries and course requirements are linked below. Be sure to consult with a counselor and the Music Department Chair when beginning a new program. Those interested in completing the AA-T should enroll in Music 150 instead of piano, voice, guitar, or percussion classes. Look for the section of Music 150 that meets at the same time as the piano, voice, guitar, or percussion class it replaces.
- Los Angeles, USA
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Music is a broad-based academic discipline with foundational coursework in theory and performance. By providing a theoretical understanding of the development and creation of music, along with requisite technical proficiency, it is expected that these skills will be used to demonstrate musical sensitivity and creativity as a soloist or in the context of a musical ensemble. To further foster these skills, optional courses in the areas of piano and music history should also be taken.
- Lynnwood, USA
Full time
2 years
Blended, Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The Music Department provides students a wide range of opportunities to learn music and grow as a performer. Our instructors bring diverse skills and approaches to teaching. Student ensembles at Edmonds College have numerous performance opportunities throughout the academic year.
- San Francisco, USA
Full time
4 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The AA in Music Production provides students with a focused introduction to music production workflows, music creation software, virtual instruments, music editing, and industry-standard practices in the creation of music for visual media. Emphasis is placed on both music creation and editing principles, with an emphasis on virtual instruments, as well as introducing recording principles and contemporary studio techniques.
- San Francisco, USA
Full time
4 semesters
Distance Learning, On-Campus
English
The AA in Sound Design provides a focused introduction to soundtrack creation for visual media. Emphasis is placed on recording, editing, and mixing soundtrack elements like dialog, sound effects, and ambiences. Students will learn foundational skills in digital audio workstations as well as layering and mixing techniques to create sonic worlds for visual media.
- Bossier City, USA
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Applied Arts in Performing Arts (Music Concentration) is designed for students who desire formal music training - either as a two-year degree or as the first two years of serious music study toward a four-year university Bachelor of Music degree; those who seek potential careers in music to include performing, composition, and teaching; and those who wish to enhance their music performance skills through solo and ensemble performances in band and choir.
- Online USA
On-Campus
English
The Associate of Fine Arts degree in Music is part of a comprehensive degree preparing students for a career in many facets of music and music education.