Program Recognition
•Popular Music program launched in 2009 and centers contemporary artistry in Los Angeles
Training
•Four-year, 132-unit BM emphasizes groove, collaboration, private study, songwriting, arranging, production, studio technique, entrepreneurship, core music, and university electives
Performance & Productions
•Small-group performance and senior showcases develop original material for public presentation
•Bass emphasis develops pocket, tone, chart reading, arranging awareness, and collaboration across rock, pop, R&B, Latin, folk, and country settings
