Music Foundations
Certificate in Music Foundations
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Do you dream of performing in a world-class symphony, or of being a famous composer? Of being an operatic diva, or of traveling the world as a jazz master? You want to explore music, yet have little or no music theory, history, or formal lessons?
You'll receive intensive one-on-one studio instruction in your chosen instrument, learning new repertoire—enhancing your practicing skills and technical fluency, while developing excellence in performance.
You can choose to undertake jazz studies through vocal or instrumental jazz performance or classical performance studies on any of the following instruments: piano, pipe organ, harpsichord, voice, guitar, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, percussion, violin, viola, cello, double bass, or harp. You will also study music theory, music history, musicianship (aural skills), and participate in ensembles for a well-rounded education.
When you complete the Music Foundations program, you'll be well prepared to enter either the Diploma in Music or Diploma in Jazz Studies programs. The MUS/JAZZ courses you've taken as a part of the program can be applied to these programs if you choose to audition for placement in these programs and continue your music studies at Camosun College.
The Certificate in Music Foundations is an eight-month long program offered in partnership with the Victoria Conservatory of Music.
