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Singing Commodores

Music Option, Liberal Arts AA

Program Snapshot
Academic CredentialAssociate in Arts (AA)
Total Credit Hours60
Average Time to Complete2 yrs.
Academic PathwayHumanities, Arts, Design, Communication
AdvisorJohn Divine
Assistant Professor
850.769.1551 ext. 4025
jdivine@gulfcoast.edu

Senior Administrative AssistantDanyelle Alexander
850.872.3886
dalexand2@gulfcoast.edu

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Music, AA

Do You have a Passion for Music?

Enrolling in the GCSC Music Program means you will receive a quality education from professors with excellent credentials. The music program focuses on both vocal and instrumental components. You can choose to focus on either performance or education.

GCSC has several performance groups for students to join which include the Singing Commodores Show Choir, Concert Chorale, Concert Band and the Jazz Ensemble.

Faculty are able to spend individual time with you due to small class sizes. You'll also have the opportunity to take private lessons from our faculty.

Singing Commodores

Music Course Requirements

h3

English I & II
Survey of Music Lit
Philosophy/Religion
Literature
Select 6 hours from a list of Math Courses
Physical Science
Biological Science
Behavioral Sciences
History
Government
Music Courses
Electives
Students should select from the following:
Applied Music Prep. 
Applied Music
Performance Ensemble
Understanding Music
Music Technology

A complete list of courses with descriptions can be found in the Catalog

What can you do with a Music Degree?

In this field, people find careers as:

Film / TV music supervisor
Music Therapist
Record Label / Tech Company Professional
Music Lawyer
Booking Agent
Video Game Audio Creator
Producer

Gulf Coast alumni of this program have continued their education at:

University of Florida
University of Miami
Florida State University
Florida Atlantic University
Valencia College
University of Central Florida

Man playing piano
Music Class
Music Class in CHC, ATC
Who is Eligible for the Music Program?
If you are a high school graduate, you can apply to this program. If you have earned credits from a regionally accredited college or university, you may have a head start at Gulf Coast State College.
Why Choose Gulf Coast State College to Earn Your Degree?
You'll get a great education with one of the lowest tuition rates in the state. With small class sizes and professors who care, you'll get the personal attention you deserve. More than 90% of our graduates would recommend Gulf Coast State College to others.

Are you ready to Get Started?

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Visit the Gulf Coast admissions page to learn more about the application process.

Consult the Gulf Coast State College Catalog for specific program and course information.

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