Music
Associate of Arts Degree
Hone in on musical abilities through vocal, instrumental and composition instruction. Expand knowledge through various genres of music. The Robert A. Peck Arts Center offers a beautiful, Broadway House-sized theater along with ample soundproof rehearsal spaces. Work with faculty one-on-one and take advantage of performing in ensembles. Showcase skills during performances for the community throughout each semester.
Graduate fully prepared to successfully complete skills examinations for entrance into a four-year college or university music program. Majors and non-majors are welcome to take a variety of courses to develop and expand musical abilities.
Course | Credits |
Convocation (4 semesters) | 0 |
Written Theory I | 3 |
Written Theory II | 3 |
Written Theory III | 3 |
Written Theory IV | 3 |
Aural Theory I | 1 |
Aural Theory II | 1 |
Aural Theory III | 1 |
Aural Theory IV | 1 |
Individualized Lessons (ARTS) | 1-2 |
Music History Survey I | 3 |
Music History Survey II | 3 |
Individualized Lessons | 1-2 |
Piano Proficiency | 0 |
Students must choose 4 credits from the ensemble courses listed below:
Course | Credits |
College Band | 1 |
Jazz Ensemble I | 1 |
Collegiate Chorale | 1 |
Touring Ensemble | 2 |
Vocal Ensemble | 1 |
Chamber Ensemble | 1 |
Handbell Choir | 1 |
Piano Ensemble | 1 |
Students must choose 4 credits from the piano classes or lessons listed below:
Course | Credits |
Private Lessons | 1-2 credits |
Individual Lessons 1055 | 1-2 credits |
Class Piano I | 1 credit |
Individual Lessons 2070 | 1-2 credits |
Students must complete general education requirements that will provide students a general knowledge to help them complete a degree at CWC.
Course | Credits |
Writing Level I | 3 |
Writing Level II | 3 |
American & Wyoming Government | 3 |
Lab Science | 4 |
Mathematics | 3 |
Oral Communications | 3 |
Social and Behavioral Science | 3 |
University Studies | 1 |
Meet our professors
Sharon Dalton
Professor of MusicSharon has more than 20 years experience working at CWC and helping students achieve their musical goals.