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    Cal State Bakersfield Music, General Music Emphasis
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation Cal State Bakersfield lists for Music, General Music Emphasis transfers starts with MUS 1110, MUS 1410 and MUS 1411; the full list is below.

    95 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSUB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.

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    Major Requirements

    Cal State Bakersfield Music, General Music Emphasis Major Preparation

    The courses Cal State Bakersfield lists as Music, General Music Emphasis major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are CSUB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Core requirements

    Required

    • MUS 1110 Introduction to Music Technology

    Complete 1 of these

    • MUS 1410 Theory I
    • MUS 1411 Musicianship I
    • MUS 1420 Theory II
    • MUS 1421 Musicianship II
    • MUS 2410 Theory III
    • MUS 2411 Musicianship III

    Complete 1 of these

    • MUS 1200 University Singers
    • MUS 1220 Symphonic Band
    • MUS 1230 Chamber Orchestra
    • MUS 1240 Guitar Ensemble
    • MUS 1250 Jazz Collective
    • MUS 2220 Concert Band
    • MUS 2230 Chamber Music

    Complete all of these

    • MUS 2130 Piano Class IV
    • MUS 1300 Studio Instruction
    • MUS 2300 Studio Instruction

    Emphasis courses

    Required

    • MUS 2160 Music as a Profession

    FAQ

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    Does Cal State Bakersfield have a Music, General Music Emphasis major for transfer students?

    Yes. Cal State Bakersfield offers Music, General Music Emphasis and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Bakersfield for Music, General Music Emphasis?

    Cal State Bakersfield's Music, General Music Emphasis major preparation includes MUS 1110, MUS 1410, MUS 1411, MUS 1420, MUS 1421 and MUS 2410, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.

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