MUS 135 - Music in Film

    Recent Professors
    faccardo@riohondo.edu
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024
    Class Size
    30–50 students
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of MUS 135
    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 3A · IGETC Area 3A · CSU GE Area C1
    Description
    This course is a survey of the art and craft of film music as practiced by prominent film composers and sound designers. Emphasis is placed on history and function from 1930 to the present, as well as cultural context. The class is designed for students interested in learning how music influences film.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 12:45pm–2:10pm