Sonoma State Music
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Sonoma State lists for Music transfers starts with MUS 106, MUS 109 and MUS 209; the full list is below.

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

115

California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Music

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Major Requirements

Sonoma State Music Major Preparation

The courses Sonoma State lists as Music major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are Sonoma State's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

Preparatory courses

Complete all of these

MUS 106 Fundamentals of Music Theory
MUS 109 Intensive Keyboard Lab I
MUS 209 Intensive Keyboard Lab II

Lower division major core requirements

Complete 1 of these options

MUS 110 Theory I: Diatonicism · MUS 120 Musicianship I · MUS 210 Theory II: Chromaticism · MUS 220 Musicianship II

Complete all of these

MUS 150 Survey of U.S. Music
MUS 292 Jazz Piano I

Where a list says “courses listed”, or options are separated by a dot, Sonoma State's own Music requirements say exactly which of those courses you need.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sonoma State have a Music major for transfer students?

Yes. Sonoma State offers Music (B.A.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

What classes do I need to transfer to Sonoma State for Music?

Sonoma State's Music major preparation includes MUS 106, MUS 109, MUS 209, MUS 110, MUS 120 and MUS 210, 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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