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Ability to perform with excellence as a vocal or instrumental musician.
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Proficiency in music theory and ear training.
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Ability to analyze, compose, and arrange music for various vocal and instrumental media.
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Acquisition of a broad knowledge and aesthetic appreciation of music literature through study and performance.
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Knowledge of the history of music and worship and its relationship to contemporary society.
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Familiarity with non-western music and musical forms.
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Ability to develop and lead an effective music ministry, program or business based on sound biblical and educational principles.
Interested in auditioning for the upcoming semester?
Music auditions take place year-round during normal business hours (Monday-Friday). If you are interested in auditioning or would like more information about music scholarships, please contact Lauren Horst at LHorst@jessup.edu or 916-577-8093
Program Specializations
General Music
Commercial Music
Music Education
Performance
Worship
Program Courses
- Major Courses (6 Units): The following courses are part of the requirement for this major and are recommended to fulfill general education requirements.
- MUS340 | Western Music to 1750
- MUS341 | Western Music from 1750
- Core Courses (34 Units)
- Performance Ensemble
- MUS100-300 | Applied Music Lessons
- MUS190P | Class Piano I
- MUS220 | Intro to Music Technology
- MUS272 | Music Theory I
- MUS274 | Music Theory II
- MUS290P | Class Piano II
- Piano Proficiency Passed (P/F)
- MUS301 | Ear Training I
- MUS302 | Ear Training II
- MUS303 | Ear Training III
- MUS310 | Basic Conducting
- MUS351 | Seminar in Leadership Skills
- MUS372 | Music Theory III
- MUS475 | Music Internship (Specific to specialization)
- MUS498 | Senior Recital or Senior Project (P/F)
Music Specializations: Students must choose a specialization listed below.
- General Music (19 units): Choose 12 units of music electives not found in the music core requirements. This concentration is intended for transfer students.
- Commercial Music Audio Recording Specialization (19 units)
- MUS120 | Live Sound Mixing
- MUS222 | Logic Pro
- MUS223 | Sequencing
- MUS224 | Pro Tools I*** (Includes Avid Cert Test)
- MUS325 | Pro Tools II*** (Includes Avid Cert Test)
- MUS352 | Music and Business – Portfolio Development
- MUS356 | Instrumentation & Arranging For Popular Music
- BUS388 | Entrepreneurship
- MUS422 | Mixing and Mastering with Pro Tools*** (Includes Avid Cert Test)
- Music Education Specialization (19 units)
- MUS332 | Applied Woodwind Techniques Group Lesson
- MUS333 | Applied String Techniques Group Lesson
- MUS334 | Applied Brass Techniques Group Lesson
- MUS335 | Applied Percussion Techniques Group Lesson
- MUS356 | Instrumentation & Arranging for Popular Music
- MUS410 | Advanced Conducting
- MUS440 | Vocal Pedagogy
- 1 Music Elective
- Performance Specialization (19 units)
- Applied Music Lessons
- MUS398 | Junior Recital
- MUS410 | Advanced Conducting
- MUS440 | Vocal Pedagogy
- 3 Music Electives
- Worship Arts Specialization (19 units)
- Applied Music Lessons for Worship
- MUS120 | Live Sound Mixing
- MUS356 | Instrumentation & Arranging for Popular Music
- MUS350 | Worship Leadership and Planning
- MUS352 Music & Business – Portfolio Development
- MUS450 | Theology for Worship
- Music Electives (Choose 2 of the 3 following courses):
- MUS222 Logic Pro
- MUS224 Pro Tools I
- MUS325 Pro Tools II
To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.
Music Minor Courses (25-26 units)
- MUS100-400 | Applied Music Lessons
- MUS190P | Class Piano I
- MUS272 | Music Theory I
- MUS274 | Music Theory II
- MUS290P | Class Piano II
- Piano Proficiency Passed (P/F)
- MUS301 | Ear Training I
- MUS302 | Ear Training II
- MUS310 | Basic Conducting
- Performance Ensemble (4 units)
- Music electives (Choose two from the following)(5-6 units):
- MUS340 | Western Music to 1750
- MUS341 | Western Music from 1750
- MUS367 | World Music
To view all courses and course descriptions, please see our current Academic Catalog.
University Choir & Orchestra
The William Jessup University Choir & Orchestra, under the direction of Tom Ruscica, performs the best of choral literature to audiences all over Placer County. Each year the group records a full length album and performs at a variety of venues including Jessup events and concerts and local area churches, as well as seasonal concerts. The University Choir & Orchestra is open by audition to all Jessup students and may be repeated for credit.
Jessup Concert Choir
The Jessup Concert Choir performs a variety of choral literature, including contemporary Christian choral anthems, worship songs, and gospel music. This choir performs in Placer County at local churches, as well as seasonal concerts. The Jessup Concert Choir is open by audition to all Jessup students and may be repeated for credit.
Master Works Chorale
Master Works Chorale provides students with performance group experience centered in traditional choral repertoire. The group emphasis is on rehearsal and performance of works drawn from the Renaissance, Baroque, Classical, Romantic, and Contemporary periods of music. The Master Works Chorale is open to all William Jessup University students regardless of major. The Chorale performs approximately three times each semester.
Jessup Jazz Band
The Jessup Jazz Band performs a variety of jazz repertoire and is designed to expose students to the best of jazz ensemble literature. This ensemble contributes to the campus and general communities through artistic and spiritual expression. Students are taught techniques unique to jazz, improvisation, and sight-reading. Included in the repertoire are jazz standards, Latin jazz, swing, soul jazz, and blues. The Jessup Jazz Band is open by audition to all Jessup instrumentalists and may be repeated for credit.
Jessup Chamber Orchestra
Jessup Chamber Orchestra performs a variety of chamber repertoire from all eras of classical music, but focusing on Baroque and Classical timeframes. This ensemble contributes to the campus and general communities through artistic and spiritual expression. Students are taught techniques in sight reading, expression, phrasing, and dynamics as it pertains to classical repertoire. The Jessup Chamber Orchestra is open by audition to all Jessup chamber instrumentalists and may be repeated for credit.
Crossroads
Current groups include a performance repertoire of jazz, gospel, R&B, a cappella, and worship. Groups are formed based on current student abilities and giftings, and auditions are held each spring for the following year. Crossroads travels the Northern California area throughout the school year, leading worship and performing original songs and arrangements for various churches, high schools, and community events.