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American River College

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Program

Concentration

Program snapshot

Admissions
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Training
Vocalist variant of ARC's Jazz Studies A.A. degree (33-unit major)
Emphasis on Jazz and Popular Vocal Styles and Improvisation (MUIVI 390) as the required jazz styles course
Core jazz theory and musicianship sequence: Jazz History, Music Theory and Musicianship I–III, Beginning Jazz Theory, Beginning Jazz Piano
Performance & Productions
8 units of required ensemble work — Vocal Jazz Ensemble (MUP 400) is the primary vocalist pathway
Individual applied instruction through MUIVI Applied Music and Applied Music Jazz courses
Professional Development
Prepares vocalists for careers in jazz performance, recording, arranging, and music education
Also provides a transfer-ready foundation for four-year jazz studies programs

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