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Vocal Repertoire

 MUS151L Vocal Repertoire This course provides group and individual instruction in skills and techniques of the voice. Emphasis is placed on classical vocal styles and extensive exploration and study of appropriate vocal literature. Upon completion, students should demonstrate a proficient … Continue reading

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Vocal Courses

  MUS151V Beginning Voice Class I This course provides group instruction in skills and techniques of the voice. Emphasis is placed on techniques and styles and the exploration and study of appropriate literature. Upon completion, students should be able to … Continue reading

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Piano & Instrumental Repertory

Piano We offer class piano I-IV which progresses from a beginning to late intermediate level. Music majors are encouraged to take all four levels of piano to help prepare them for transfer to a four-year school. Piano IV specifically prepares … Continue reading

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Jazz at CPCC

Faculty Matt Postle Jazz Vocal (MUS151J) This course provides group instruction in skills and techniques of the particular instrument or voice for those with little or no previous experience. Emphasis is placed on techniques and styles and the exploration and … Continue reading

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An Informal History Of Early Music At CPCC

  The Central Piedmont Community College Music Department dates to the earliest years of the college with Gene Bryant the first instructor and director who shaped the formation of the program.   College mythology says that Gene asked Mary Lou … Continue reading

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Piano & Instrumental Repertory

Piano We offer class piano I-IV which progresses from a beginning to late intermediate level. Music majors are encouraged to take all four levels of piano to help prepare them for transfer to a four-year school. Piano IV specifically prepares … Continue reading

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Music Theory

CPCC offers the traditional theory sequence of Theory I, II, III and IV. Theory I MUS 121 is the first level of college work, meeting a requirement for the AFA. It begins with a review and more in-depth approach to … Continue reading

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Gene Bryant Memorial Concert

Each year as a part of ArtsFest, the CPCC music department honors the memory of Gene Bryant, founder and longtime chair of the music department. The nature of the Arts & Communication division is a direct result of his vision, … Continue reading

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The Shriner Music Library

   Music Library Services The Music Library is designed and equipped primarily to meet the needs of CPCC students studying music, but it is also open to all who are enrolled here. Students may study, listen to assigned music, use … Continue reading

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Applied Study (private music lessons) General Information

Applied study is an integral part of the CPCC music degree program. In order to study applied music at CPCC, a student must first audition for the full-time faculty. On a case-by-case basis and at the discretion of the full … Continue reading

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