MUS 030A - Beginning Piano I

    Recent Professors
    Yoka Drion
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025
    Class Size
    25 students
    Difficulty
    4.6Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    1
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of MUS 030A
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is for students with no previous training in piano. Topics include note reading, rhythmic notation, interpretive symbols, proper posture, hand position and fingering. The course also covers a brief history of the piano and piano music, including famous composers and performers. Students learn to perform simple piano pieces. Students who are taking the course online will need access to a piano keyboard (acoustic or electronic) that is suitable for piano performance. A piano practice room is available for students during times when the campus is open.
    Usually Held
    Wed 10:25am–11:00am, Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Thu 10:25am–11:00am, Thu 11:10am–12:35pm