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.

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.

San Jose City College offers Associate in Science (AS) degrees and certificate programs emphasizing three major areas in Media Arts: Print Media, Motion Arts, and Web/Interactive Design. The Media Arts program is a unique, interdisciplinary approach to the converging fields of journalism, communication and new media technology. It responds to the need for people skilled in effective communications in all levels of society including industry, education, art and music, and the public arena.

The Department of Dance offers an Associate Arts Degree in Dance that provides an extensive curriculum in dance theory and hands-on technical and experiential practice in the context of a broader education within the Liberal Arts. Our dance courses meet CSU/UC transfer requirements.

Trevecca’s Associate of Science in film production is a two-year degree that equips you for a variety of jobs in film, television, and media arts. You’ll acquire the skills to write, edit and produce media for the exciting industry of film production, or continue with your education to earn a Bachelor of Science in media arts and studies.

The Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts offers a variety of programs of study and experience suited to the needs of serious theatre students as well as those who wish to include theatre as a part of their liberal arts education. With curricula in Acting, Design/Lighting, Costuming, and Technical Production, the program provides an intensive two-year course of study that prepares Theatre Arts majors for transfer to a four-year college or university ready to do advanced upper-division work. Students have the opportunity of working in all phases of production and performance and are encouraged to take on increasing levels of responsibility as stage managers or directors.

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.

The Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts: General offers a variety of programs of study and experiences suited to the needs of serious theatre students as well as those who wish to include theater as a part of their liberal arts education. With curricula in Acting, Design/Lighting, Costuming, and Technical Production, the program provides an intensive two-year course of study that prepares Theatre Arts majors for transfer to a four-year college or university - ready to do advanced upper-division work or to enter one of the many related professions. Students have the opportunity of working in all phases of production and performance and are encouraged to take on increasing levels of responsibility in the role of stage manager. director or other leadership positions.

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.

The Associate in Arts in Dance degree will prepare students for transfer into a four-year dance major, minor or performing arts program. It can also prepare students for further study in other dance-related fields including performing, dance teaching, choreography, dance science, dance therapy, dance history or dance criticism. Upon completion of the degree students should be proficient in three or more dance technique styles at the intermediate level, have a firm understanding of dance appreciation and music theory, and be competent in creating and performing dance.

The Associate of Arts in Theatre Arts a variety of programs of study and experiences suited to the needs of the serious theater student as well as those who wish to include theater as a part of their liberal arts education. With curricula in Acting/Directing, Design/Lighting, Costuming, and Technical Production, the program provides an intensive two-year course of study that prepares Theater Arts majors for transfer to a four-year college or university - ready to do advanced upper-division work Students have the opportunity of working in all phases of production and performance and are encouraged to take on increasing levels of responsibility.

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.

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.

Complete your Associate in Arts Degree, Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) while exploring your love of drama.

Complete your Associate in Arts Degree, Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) while exploring your love of music through this rich program of coursework in performance, practice, theory and appreciation.