MUS 25A - BEGINNING STRINGS

    Recent Professors
    D. Carter
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    1
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a beginning course in violin, viola, violoncello, and string bass organized to establish basic skills of tuning, pitch and tone production, both pizzicato and bowed, beginning in the first position until security in the frame of the hand and correct playing position is established. This course teaches elementary shifting (first to third position) on violins/violas, normal and extended (first position) on the cello, and half and first position on string bass. This course can be offered in a distance education format. (CSU/UC transferable)
    Usually Held
    Mon 4:00pm–4:30pm, Mon 4:30pm–5:50pm