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Mt SAC Music

The Mt. SAC Music Department offers outstanding opportunities in instruction, performance, and academic preparation in a first-class environment where students can thrive.   Its diverse music curriculum, which includes an Associate in Arts with an emphasis in Music, spans the entire musical spectrum, including history, theory, literature, voice, conducting, instrumental, jazz, improvisation, guitar, and piano. Our professors are accomplished musicians, educators, and authors, who offer their students exceptional group instruction, as well as private coaching, to bring out their best potential.

Music Department

Building 2M-103
(909) 274-4235
kmarston1@mtsac.edu
www.mtsac.edu/music

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Ensembles and Auditions

Mt. SAC Music offers opportunities for both music majors and non-majors to perform in award-winning ensembles, including choirs, jazz ensembles, chamber groups, and bands. Our community is welcoming and supportive while also providing a place to grow as a musician, refine your skills, explore outstanding repertoire, and build lasting friendships.

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Degrees and Certificates

Mt. SAC Music offers a comprehensive range of degrees and certificates designed to prepare students for transfer, professional careers, and lifelong engagement in music. Students may pursue the Associate in Arts for Transfer in Music, as well as Level I and II certificates in areas including performance, music education, composition, jazz studies, and commercial music. Our programs combine rigorous academic study with extensive performance opportunities, helping students build the skills and experience needed for success at four-year institutions and beyond.

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Events and Concerts

Mt. SAC Music presents a vibrant season of concerts, festivals, and special events featuring our outstanding student ensembles, faculty, and guest artists. Signature events include the beloved Wassail celebration, with our renowned Chamber Singers and vocal jazz ensembles, as well as SoCal Trombone Day, a long-standing Mt. SAC tradition that draws performers and audiences from across the region. Join us throughout the year to experience the energy and creativity of our music community!

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Our Staff

  • Tiffany Kuo
  • Karen Marston
  • Jeff Ellwood
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