Music

About Music

Green River College offers classes in music performance, music history, music theory, and music technology. Students of all skill levels can join. We offer both audition-based and open enrollment music groups, as well as hands-on classes in many areas of music.

Music Classes and Ensembles
Green River Jazz Voices – Performs jazz, classical, and pop choral music. Includes roles for singers, musicians, and sound techs. Audition required.

Concert Choir – Learn vocal basics and perform choral works. One evening concert each quarter. No experience needed.

Vocal Coaching for Singers – For beginners to advanced. Practice songs weekly and perform in a final recital. Covers vocal skills, stage presence, and handling stage fright. No experience needed.

Computer Music – Learn to write and perform music using computers, keyboards, and digital tools. No experience needed.

Asian Drumming Ensemble – Explore Korean drumming and its history. Learn to play traditional instruments like the changgo and puk. No experience needed.

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Career Outlook

An Associate of Arts (AA) with a concentration in Music can lead to many fun and creative careers. You could become a performer, music teacher, composer, or work in sound and music production. Some students go on to work in recording studios, theaters, or with music apps and video games.

You'll learn how to read music, understand music theory, perform, and use music technology. These skills can also help you transfer to a four-year college to keep studying music. Whether you want to play, teach, or work behind the scenes, a music degree helps you turn your love for music into a career.

 

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