Cal State Long Beach Music
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation Cal State Long Beach lists for Music transfers starts with MUS 141A, MUS 141B and MUS 142A; the full list is below.
36 California community colleges have a current transfer agreement with CSULB for this major. Pick yours below to see which of its classes count.
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Major Requirements
Cal State Long Beach Music Major Preparation
The courses Cal State Long Beach lists as Music major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are CSULB's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Music theory
Complete all of these
- MUS 141A Musicianship I
- MUS 141B Musicianship II
- MUS 142A Harmony I
- MUS 142B Harmony II
Complete 1 of these
- MUS 272A Jazz Theory I
History/literature
Complete all of these
- MUS 191A Western Art Music I: Antiquity to Beethoven
- MUS 191B Western Art Music II: Beethoven to Present
- MUS 290 Popular Music in America
Performance ensembles
Complete 4 units from these
- MUS 100 Major Performance Organization
Applied music
Complete 4 units from these
- MUS 129 Individual Instruction for Music Majors
Piano proficiency requirement
Required
- MUS 220B Class Piano
Also listed by CSULB
CSULB lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.
Music electives
6 units from these
- MUS 293 History and Appreciation of Jazz
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Cal State Long Beach have a Music major for transfer students?
Yes. Cal State Long Beach offers Music (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to Cal State Long Beach for Music?
Cal State Long Beach's Music major preparation includes MUS 141A, MUS 141B, MUS 142A, MUS 142B, MUS 272A and MUS 191A, 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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