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    USC Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion)
    Transfer Requirements and Classes

    The major preparation USC lists for Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion) transfers starts with WRIT 150, WRIT 340 and MUCD 348; the full list is below.

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

    81
    California community colleges with a transfer agreement for Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion)

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    Major Requirements

    USC Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion) Major Preparation

    The courses USC lists as Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion) major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2026-27 academic year. Course numbers are USC's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.

    Writing

    Complete all of these

    • WRIT 150 Writing and Critical Reasoning–Thematic Approaches
    • WRIT 340 Advanced Writing and Critical Engagement

    Core Thornton Academic Courses (36 units)

    Complete all of these

    • MUCD 348 Instrumental Conducting and Orchestration
    • MUCO 132a Aural Skills I
    • MUCO 132b Aural Skills I
    • MUCO 133a Theory I
    • MUCO 133b Theory I
    • MUCO 232a Aural Skills II
    • MUCO 232b Aural Skills II
    • MUCO 233a Theory II
    • MUCO 233b Theory II
    • MUHL 250g Music and Ideas
    • MUHL 350g Western Art Music History I
    • MUHL 351 Western Art Music History II
    • MUSC 496 Careers in Music

    Ensembles (16 units)

    Complete all of these

    • MUEN 323 University Wind Ensemble
    • MUEN 325 Wind and Percussion Chamber Music

    Program Intensive (6 units)

    Complete all of these

    • MPKS 250a Keyboard Instruction I
    • MPKS 250b Keyboard Instruction I
    • MUJZ 141a Basic Keyboard Skills for the Improviser
    • MPPM 250 Keyboard Proficiency for the Popular Musician
    • MUCD 340 Choral Conducting I
    • MUCD 443 Instrumental Conducting II

    Capstone Projects (4 units)

    Complete all of these

    • MUSC 480 Young Artist Project I
    • MUSC 481 Young Artist Project II

    Also listed by USC

    USC lists these under the headings shown, apart from the list above.

    Contemporary Division Electives (4 units)

    4 units from these

    • MPGU 145 Guitar Proficiency for the Pop Guitarist
    • MPGU 150 Functional Skills for the Popular Guitarist
    • MPPM 120 Popular Music Performance I
    • MPPM 240 Drumming Proficiency for the Popular Musician
    • MPPM 250 Keyboard Proficiency for the Popular Musician
    • MPPM 370 The Vocal Edge: Contemporary Vocal Performance Techniques
    • MTEC 245 Introduction to MIDI Sequencing
    • MTEC 246 Introduction to Audio Recording and Editing
    • MTEC 248 Introduction to Music Notation
    • MTEC 249 Introduction to Web Design for Musicians
    • MTEC 277x Introduction to Music Technology
    • MUIN 272x Basics of the Music Industry
    • MUIN 425 Live Music Production and Promotion
    • MUJZ 141a Basic Keyboard Skills for the Improviser
    • MUJZ 150 Beginning Jazz Improvisation
    • MUJZ 218a Afro-Latin Percussion Instruments
    • MUJZ 450 Intermediate Jazz Improvisation
    • MUSC 255 Songwriting I

    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does USC have a Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or major for transfer students?

    Yes. USC offers Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.

    What classes do I need to transfer to USC for Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or?

    USC's Performance (Flute), (Oboe), (Clarinet), (Bassoon), (Saxophone), (French Horn), (Trumpet), (Trombone), (Tuba) or (Percussion) major preparation includes WRIT 150, WRIT 340, MUCD 348, MUCO 132a, MUCO 132b and MUCO 133a, 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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