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Fall 2021 - Summer 2022 Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Performing Arts A.S.
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School: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Academic Dept: Arts and Communications
HEGIS: 5610
Important Note about Program Requirements
The requirements listed below are for students entering into this program from Fall 2021 to Summer 2022. Students who entered the program during a prior semester will find their specific requirements listed in the Catalog under which they entered. Archived Catalogs are accessible through the dropdown menu above.
Students are encouraged to apply early due to an extraordinary demand.
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Program Description
The A.S. Degree in Performing Arts provides training and education in the fields of Music, Dance and Theater. Our A.S. Degree transfers to a wide variety of 4-year universities offering B.S., B.A. or B.F.A. degrees in the fields of Music, Dance and Theater.
The 2-year Music program includes courses in Music History, Music Theory and Ear Training, Vocal and Instrumental Ensembles, Music Technology and Sound Engineering, as well as private lessons in all the instruments, voice, and composition. All of our Music courses transfer to 4-year universities offering degrees in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Therapy, and Music Production.
Our Dance program offers Ballet, Modern Dance, Jazz Improvisation, Hip Hop, Latin Dance and Choreography. Our Theater program offers courses in Acting, and opportunities to be in a staged production.
Because of our proximity to New York City, our students can take advantage of the performing arts opportunities offered in the City.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, a student will:
- Demonstrate knowledge of basic theories and techniques in music, dance and theater, including the latest cultural and technological developments.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the creative process inherent in those disciplines, and of the intellectual, psychological and physical benefits of participation.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform and analyze artistic works in the fields of music, dance and theater.
Program Map
The academic map below presents the recommended plan of study and will guide you through your program in a timely manner. Click the course abbreviations for full course descriptions. A course may be critical because it is a pre-requisite, requires a minimum grade, or because it is only offered once a year. Missing a critical course may push back your graduation date. Meet with an Academic Counselor or Faculty Advisor to ensure you are on track to complete your program.
Critical Courses should be taken in the order shown to stay on track and graduate on time.
Students should speak to Curriculum Chair if they want to focus on a specific performing art (Dance, Theater, Music)
Semester 1
Notes:
✹ Music students may opt to take a 2-credit ensemble class and 1-credit Applied Music. Music students should take all 4 levels of the same ensemble and Applied Music. Choose one: Music Electives , Dance: DANCE 101 , DANCE 102 , DANCE 105 , DANCE 107 , DANCE 112 , DANCE 115 , DANCE 121 , DANCE 205 , Theater: THEAT 111 , THEAT 113 , THEAT 117A , THEAT 201
Semester 2
Notes:
✹ Music students may opt to take a 2-credit ensemble class and 1-credit Applied Music. Music students should take all 4 levels of the same ensemble and Applied Music. Choose one: Music Electives , Dance: DANCE 101 , DANCE 102 , DANCE 105 , DANCE 107 , DANCE 112 , DANCE 115 , DANCE 121 , DANCE 205 , Theater: THEAT 111 , THEAT 113 , THEAT 117A , THEAT 201
Semester 3
Notes:
✹ Music students may opt to take a 2-credit ensemble class and 1-credit Applied Music. Music students should take all 4 levels of the same ensemble and Applied Music. Choose one: Music Electives , Dance: DANCE 101 , DANCE 102 , DANCE 105 , DANCE 107 , DANCE 112 , DANCE 115 , DANCE 121 , DANCE 205 , Theater: THEAT 111 , THEAT 113 , THEAT 117A , THEAT 201
Semester 4
Minimum Total Credits: 60
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