Located in Queensbury, NY, Adirondack Community College offers an associate of science degree in music. This two-year program is designed to prepare students for transfer into a bachelor's degree program. While perspective students are not required to audition for admittance, they must complete a placement exam. Core courses in the program include music theory, keyboard harmony, music literature and style and conducting. Students also receive private music instruction and opportunities to participate in music ensembles.
Eastern Oklahoma State College is located in Wilburton, OK and offers a variety of certificate and associate degree programs. The associate of arts in music is offered through the school's Division of Social Sciences and Music. Concentrations are available in vocal music, piano and instrumental music. Courses cover topics in harmony, ear training, piano and applied voice. Opportunities are also available to play an instrument in the college band or sing in the college choir.
Dawson Community College in Glendive, Montana offers an associate degree program in music that prepares graduates for coursework at the baccalaureate level. The course of study in this program is the equivalent to the first two years of a bachelor's degree program. Courses in the program include music appreciation, foundations of music, music theory and applied music. Students also have the opportunity to participate in the choir or jazz band.
An associate of arts degree in music is offered through the Department of Music at Los Angeles Valley College. Graduates are prepared to transfer to a four-year college. Courses in the program include music history and literature, current musical events, applied music, harmony and musicianship. These courses help students develop proficiency in music theory and performance. In addition to a degree program, students can earn composer, copyist, performer and recording certificates as well.