Music B.M. (Pre-Teacher Certificate)
The Bachelor of Music degree is a professional degree program.
The B.M. degree is designed to equip students to pursue careers in teaching elementary, junior high or high school music in the private or public school setting. We are the only private college in Orange County that is endorsed by The California Commission on Teacher Credentialing for public schools for the Bachelor of Music in Pre-Teacher Certification (Music Education). This means that our students who successfully complete this degree may directly enter a credentialing program without first taking the three CSET subtests.
Current students complete classroom observations, participate in field work with a master teacher, attend professional conferences, and are active members of the student chapter of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME).
Recent alumni have completed their teaching credential and/or Master of Education degree and secured teaching positions in school districts such as Los Angeles, Newport-Mesa, Orange, Placentia, San Bernardino, and Tustin.
- Literacy: Demonstrate fluency in musicianship skills exhibiting an understanding of music theory, aural skills and sight-reading, knowledge of different musical styles, literature and historical eras, competency of basic music technology and proficiency in basic piano skills.
- Performance: Demonstrate performance mastery of standard repertoire on a primary instrument, including knowledge in technique and historically appropriate performance style to the highest possible level based on individual talent level.
- Faith and Learning: Articulate and apply the synthesis of faith, music and worship in the music major journey and anticipated future professional and service activities.
- Diversity: Demonstrate awareness and understanding of diverse musical traditions and their historical, social and cultural significance.
Students must have earned and maintain a GPA of 2.5 or higher. Failing MUSI-200 Recital Attendance, is not acceptable and will be cause for Bachelor of Music program probation. The academic requirements listed must be maintained to continue in the Bachelor of Music degree plan. Students must complete their piano proficiency prior to their Senior Pre-Recital Hearing.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Core Curriculum Requirements 1 | 50 | |
| Music Major Core Requirements | 65 | |
| Pre-Teacher Certificate | 23 | |
| General Electives | 0 | |
| Total Units | 138 | |
Music Major Core Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Musicianship Requirements | ||
| MUSC-128 | Harmony and Form I | 3 |
| MUSC-129 | Musicianship I | 1 |
| MUSC-133 | Harmony and Form II | 3 |
| MUSC-134 | Musicianship II | 1 |
| MUSC-228 | Introduction to Music Technology | 1 |
| MUSC-225 | Music Form and Literature I | 3 |
| MUSC-226 | Musicianship III | 1 |
| MUSC-233 | Music Form and Literature II | 3 |
| MUSC-234 | Musicianship IV | 1 |
| MUSC-336 | Music Form and Literature III | 3 |
| MUSC-253 | Music in Global Cultures | 2 |
| MUSC-325 | Music Hist/Literature I (before 1600) | 3 |
| MUSC-326 | Music Hist/Lit II (1600-1900) | 3 |
| MUSC-327 | Music History & Literature III | 2 |
| MUSC-273 | Introduction to Conducting | 1 |
| MUSC-373 | Choral Conducting | 2 |
| MUSC-374 | Instrumental Conducting | 2 |
| MUSC-403 | Instrumental Arranging | 2 |
| Performance Requirements | ||
| MUSC-105A | Class Piano I | 1 |
| MUSC-105B | Class Piano II | 1 |
| MUSC-145A | Class Piano III | 1 |
| MUSC-146 | Class Piano IV: Keyboard Improvisation | 1 |
| Large Ensemble | ||
| Select the lower division ensemble according to your applied instrument: | 4 | |
| String Orchestra | ||
| Concert Band | ||
| Concert Choir | ||
| Select the upper division ensemble according to your applied instrument: | 4 | |
| String Orchestra | ||
| Concert Band | ||
| Concert Choir | ||
| Small Ensemble | ||
| Select the small ensemble according to your applied instrument: | 2 | |
| Jazz Combo | ||
| Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble | ||
| Vanguard Worship Collective | ||
or MUSC-348 | Vanguard Worship Collective | |
| Chamber Music Consortium | ||
| Applied Instruction | ||
| Select two semesters according to your applied instrument: | 2 | |
| Applied Instruction: Voice | ||
| Applied Instruction: Piano | ||
| Applied Instruction: Guitar | ||
| Applied Music: Organ | ||
| Applied Instruction: Instrument | ||
| Select 6 semesters according to your applied instrument: | 12 | |
| Applied Instruction: Voice and Applied Instruction: Voice | ||
| Applied Instruction: Piano and Applied Instruction: Piano | ||
| Applied Instruction: Guitar and Applied Instruction: Guitar | ||
| Applied Instruction: Organ and Applied Instruction: Organ | ||
| Applied Instruction: Instrument and Applied Instruction: Instrument | ||
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance (Co-requisite with Applied Instruction) | 0 |
| Total Units | 65 | |
- 1
Number of units required from the Core Curriculum not included in the major requirements below.
- 2
If this course is not offered, private voice lessons will act as a substitute.
Pre-Teacher Certification Requirements
Pre-Teacher Certification students are advised to take POLS-155C American Democracyin lieu of HIST-156C U.S. History and ANTH-453 Language,Culture/Linguistics(Pre-Req.: ANTH-102C Intro to Cultural Anthropology) for entrance into the Vanguard University Credentialing program.
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MUSC-201 | Introduction to Music Education | 2 |
| MUSC-270 | Introduction to Jazz Improvisation | 2 |
| MUSC-311 | Teaching Music/Multclt Setting | 3 |
| MUSC-312 | Woodwind Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-313 | Brass Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-333 | String Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-334 | Percussion Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-337A | Music for Elementary Schools-Majors | 3 |
| MUSC-338 | Secondary Instrumental Music Methods And Literature | 2 |
| MUSC-339 | Secondary Vocal Music Methods and Literature | 2 |
| MUSC-410 | Choral Arranging | 2 |
| MUSC-491C | Recital and Research 1 | 2 |
| Select one of the following courses: | 1 | |
| Beginning Guitar Class | ||
| Beginning Voice Class 2 | ||
| Total Units | 23 | |
- 1
Students failing the teaching project portion of MUSC-491C Recital and Research will be required to enroll and take the course again.
- 2
If MUSC-111 is not offered, private voice lessons will act as a substitute course.
Disclaimer: This sample Four Year Plan is provided as a guide for the recommended sequencing of courses. Vanguard University requires that students complete a minimum of 120 units of required course work as outlined on the Requirements tab in order to receive a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. It is the student's responsibility to confirm with the department the course rotation before enrolling in courses. If applicable, please note the footnotes at the bottom of the page for additional information related to courses listed in a particular year and term. Questions, contact the Department of Music.
Study Abroad Participation: Students interested in participating in the university's Study Abroad programs are encouraged to reach out to the Global Education and Outreach Office for more information and collaboration in their academic course planning. Students using Education and Training Benefits through the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs are encouraged to also reach out to the School Certifying Official for more information regarding how benefits can be applied.
| Year 1 Term 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| MUSC-101 | Basic Musicianship I | 2 |
| SOC-PLCR | Social Science Core Curriculum Reqm't | 3 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSC-108 | Beginning Guitar Class | 1 |
| MUSI-PL2X1 | Applied Lessons 200 Level | 1 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| CORE-100C | Cornerstone | 1 |
| ENGL-120C | Persuasive Writing | 3 |
| KINE-148C | Lifetime Fitness and Wellness Lecture | 3 |
| THEO-101C | Foundations of Christian Life | 3 |
| Units | 18 | |
| Year 1 Term 2 | ||
| MUSC-106 | Basic Musicianship II | 2 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSC-201 | Introduction to Music Education | 2 |
| MUSI-PL2X1 | Applied Lessons 200 Level | 1 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| COMM-201C | Speech Composition and Presentation | 3 |
| MATH-PLCR | Math Core Requirement | 3 |
| HIST-PLHD | History Core Requirement | 3 |
| Units | 15 | |
| Year 2 Term 1 | ||
| MUSC-128 | Harmony and Form I | 3 |
| NSCI-PLCR | Science Lec/Lab Requirement | 4 |
| MUSC-129 | Musicianship I | 1 |
| MUSC-105A | Class Piano I | 1 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSI-PL2X1 | Applied Lessons 200 Level | 1 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| MUSC-273 | Introduction to Conducting | 1 |
| MUSC-373 | Choral Conducting | 2 |
| ENGL-220C | Researched Writing | 3 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Year 2 Term 2 | ||
| MUSC-133 | Harmony and Form II | 3 |
| SOC-PLCR | Social Science Core Curriculum Reqm't | 3 |
| MUSC-134 | Musicianship II | 1 |
| MUSC-105B | Class Piano II | 1 |
| MUSC-228 | Introduction to Music Technology | 1 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSC-374 | Instrumental Conducting | 2 |
| MUSI-PL2X1 | Applied Lessons 200 Level | 1 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| NT-101C | New Testament Survey | 3 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 3 Term 1 | ||
| MUSC-325 | Music Hist/Literature I (before 1600) | 3 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| MUSC-333 | String Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-225 | Music Form and Literature I | 3 |
| MUSC-226 | Musicianship III | 1 |
| MUSC-145A | Class Piano III | 1 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSC-270 | Introduction to Jazz Improvisation | 2 |
| MUSC-338 | Secondary Instrumental Music Methods And Literature | 2 |
| MUSC-403 | Instrumental Arranging | 2 |
| MUSI-PL4X2 | Applied Instruction 400 | 1 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Year 3 Term 2 | ||
| MUSC-326 | Music Hist/Lit II (1600-1900) | 3 |
| THEO-300C | Developing a Christian World View | 3 |
| MUSC-233 | Music Form and Literature II | 3 |
| MUSC-234 | Musicianship IV | 1 |
| MUSC-313 | Brass Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-337A | Music for Elementary Schools-Majors | 3 |
| MUSC-146 | Class Piano IV: Keyboard Improvisation | 1 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSI-PL4X2 | Applied Instruction 400 | 1 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Year 4 Term 1 | ||
| MUSC-327 | Music History & Literature III | 2 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| MUSC-253 | Music in Global Cultures | 2 |
| MUSC-336 | Music Form and Literature III | 3 |
| MUSC-339 | Secondary Vocal Music Methods and Literature | 2 |
| MUSC-311 | Teaching Music/Multclt Setting | 3 |
| MUSC-312 | Woodwind Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-345 | Chamber Music Consortium | 1 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSI-PL4X2 | Applied Instruction 400 | 1 |
| Units | 16 | |
| Year 4 Term 2 | ||
| MUSC-410 | Choral Arranging | 2 |
| HIST-PLHD | History Core Requirement | 3 |
| MUSC-334 | Percussion Techniques | 1 |
| MUSC-491C | Recital and Research | 2 |
| MUSC-345 | Chamber Music Consortium | 1 |
| MUSC-PLLE | Music Large Ensemble | 1 |
| MUSI-PL4X2 | Applied Instruction 400 | 1 |
| MUSI-200 | Recital Attendance | 0 |
| CHIS-400C | Christian Heritage | 3 |
| ENGL-230C | Literature and the Human Experience | 3 |
| Units | 17 | |
| Total Units | 133 | |