Sonoma State Music, Composition Concentration
Transfer Requirements and Classes

The major preparation Sonoma State lists for Music, Composition Concentration 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.

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California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Music, Composition Concentration

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Major Requirements

Sonoma State Music, Composition Concentration Major Preparation

The courses Sonoma State lists as Music, Composition Concentration 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

Theory/musicianship

Complete all of these

MUS 110 Theory I: Diatonicism
MUS 210 Theory II: Chromaticism
MUS 212 Jazz Harmony & Arranging I
MUS 220 Musicianship II

History/literature

Required

MUS 150 Survey of U.S. Music

Applied skills

Required

MUS 292 Jazz Piano I

Concentration requirements

Complete all of these

MUS 120 Musicianship I
MUS 151 Repertory Class-Private Instruction
MUS 159 Audio and Recording I
MUS 251 History of Western Music - Ancient World to 1750
MUS 259 Music Technology: Tools and Applications

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sonoma State have a Music, Composition Concentration major for transfer students?

Yes. Sonoma State offers Music, Composition Concentration and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

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

Sonoma State's Music, Composition Concentration major preparation includes MUS 106, MUS 109, MUS 209, MUS 110, MUS 210 and MUS 212, 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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