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Music

 

 Music

 

The Solano Community College Music program offers students a strong foundation in music through study and performance. Whether your interest lies in instrumental or vocal performance, jazz, composition, theory, musicology, ethnomusicology, music education, or the music industry, this program prepares you with the skills and knowledge to pursue your artistic and academic goals.

Find your rhythm, discover your voice, and turn your passion into performance.

 

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The Associate in Arts in Music for Transfer (AA-T) degree at Solano Community College provides students with a solid foundation in music theory, musicianship, and performance. The program prepares students to pursue a wide range of specializations including instrumental and vocal performance, jazz, composition, musicology, ethnomusicology, music education, and the music industry.

 

Designed for seamless transfer to the California State University (CSU) system, this program ensures students are well-prepared to continue their studies in music while developing the creative and technical skills needed to succeed in both academic and professional settings.

    • This degree offers a solid foundation across diverse musical specializations, including instrumental performance, vocal performance, jazz, composition, music theory, musicology, ethnomusicology, music education, and the music industry  .

    • It supports a seamless transfer path to CSU campuses with junior standing (though not tied to a specific campus or major)  .

    • To earn the AA‑T, students must complete 60 transferable semester units—including an approved General Education pattern (either CSU GE Breadth or IGETC) and at least 18 semester units in music coursework—maintaining a minimum 2.0 GPA and earning a grade of C or better (or P if taken Pass/No Pass)  .

  • Certificate of Achievement — Music

    • There is currently no Certificate of Achievement offered specifically in Music at Solano Community College.

  • Performer (Soloist, Ensemble, Touring Musician)

  • Composer or Songwriter

  • Music Producer / Recording Artist

  • Sound Engineer / Audio Technician 

  • Music Educator (K–12, Private Instructor, or Higher Education)

  • Music Therapist (with advanced credentials)

  • Music Journalist / Critic

  • Music Librarian or Archivist 

  • Music Supervisor (Film, TV, Advertising, Video Games) 

  • Music Publicist, Booking Agent, or Artist Manager 

  • Digital Media or Content Strategist in Music Marketing

  • Musicologist or Ethnomusicologist

  • Arts Administrator (Festival Director, Program Coordinator)

Talk to Program Representative Today!

707-864-7000