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12 courses with the subject MUS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

MUS 110Music Appreciation

This course is a basic survey of the music of the, Western world. Emphasis is placed on the

Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
halifaxcc.smartcatalogiq.com
MUS 112Introduction to Jazz

This course introduces the origins and musical components of jazz and the contributions of its major artis

Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
halifaxcc.smartcatalogiq.com
MUS 123Music Composition1

This course provides a study of elementary forms and traditional approaches to the organization of melody, harmony, rhythm, etc. in musical composition. Emphasis is placed on using musical notation to create new musical works. No description available. Requisites: Take One: MUS-111 or MUS-121 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 210History of Rock Music3

This course is a survey of Rock music from the early 1950's to the present. Emphasis is placed on musical groups, soloists, and styles related to the evolution of this idiom and on related historical and social events. Upon completion, students should be able to identify specific styles and to explain the No description available. Requisites:

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 215Electronic Music II2

This course is a continuation of MUS 214. Emphasis is placed on advanced MIDI applications and implementation and continued work with sequencers, sound modules, and digital keyboards. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency by creation of appropriate musical projects using the e No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-214 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 217Elementary Conducting2

This course introduces the basic patterns and skills for conducting instrumental and vocal groups. Emphasis is placed on conducting beat patterns, expressive gestures, fermatas, accents, tempos, and rehearsal techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate the above skills by conducting No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-111 - Must be completed prior to taking this course. Take MUS-111 and MUS-121 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 241Ensemble III1

This course is a continuation of MUS 142. Emphasis is placed on the development of performance skills and the study of a variety of styles and periods of ensemble literature. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills needed to participate in ensemble playing leading to performance. No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-142 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 242Ensemble IV1

This course is a continuation of MUS 241. Emphasis is placed on the development of performance skills and the study of styles of ensemble literature. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills needed to participate in ensemble playing leading to performance. No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-241 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 261Applied Music III2

This course is a continuation of MUS 162. Emphasis is placed on techniques and styles and the exploration and study of appropriate literature. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the studied skills and repertoire through performance. No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-162 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 262Applied Music IV2

This course is a continuation of MUS 261. Emphasis is placed on techniques and styles and the exploration and study of appropriate literature. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in the studied skills and repertoire through performance. No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-261 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 271Music History I3

This course is the first of a two-semester, in-depth study of music history. Emphasis is placed on the history and literature of music from Antiquity through the Baroque Period. Upon completion, students should be able to trace important musical developments and demonstrate an understanding of the composer No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-122 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu
MUS 272Music History II3

This course is the second of a two-semester, in-depth study of music history. Emphasis is placed on the history and literature of music from the Classical Period to the present. Upon completion, students should be able to trace important musical developments and demonstrate an understanding of the composer No description available. Requisites: Take MUS-271 - Must be completed prior to taking this course.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
0075
Source
sss.halifaxcc.edu

Source: Halifax Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61