NEW STUDENT INFORMATION –– Do you have questions or want to know more about the RCC Music Program? Please contact Steven Schmidt.
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
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The Mission of the Music Department is to provide students the means to accomplish their goals in music with an educational program that prepares them to contribute as artists, educators, audience members, and supporters of the arts. Our standard is to meet the cultural, educational, and social needs of the community through excellent musical performances, school visitations, workshops, and master classes. At the heart of the department are outstanding arts experiences, superior teaching, and access to an aesthetic learning education.
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FINE AND PERFORMING ARTS
The Fine and Performing Arts instructional pathway is designed for students who are pursuing degrees or careers in music, dance, film, television and video production, applied digital media, graphic design, theatre arts, studio arts, animation, art history, and/or photography. Students can earn a certificate (where applicable) or work toward an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) to a California State University or University of California. If you are interested, you can explore other instructional pathways in Fine and Performing Arts.
The Fine and Performing Arts instructional pathway is designed for students who are pursuing degrees or careers in music, dance, film, television and video production, applied digital media, graphic design, theatre arts, studio arts, animation, art history, and/or photography. Students can earn a certificate (where applicable) or work toward an Associate Degree for Transfer (ADT) to a California State University or University of California. If you are interested, you can explore other instructional pathways in Fine and Performing Arts.
Degrees & Certificates
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• Music – Associate in Arts for Transfer (ADT)
• Music – Associate of Arts (AA) • Piano Performance – Certificate (CE) • Jazz Performance – Certificate (CE) • Music Performance – Certificate (CE) • Music Technology – Certificate (CE) • Audio & Music Technology – Associate of Arts (AA) |
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Staff
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John Adkins • STVR 103
Dean of Instruction, Fine & Performing Arts (951) 222-8047 Irene Reyes • STVR 107 Administrative Assistant III (951) 222-8399 |
Joey Smith • STVR 101
Instructional Department Specialist (951) 222-8339 Mike Zelazo • CSA 168 Program Specialist (951) 222-8793 |
Kurt Kilgus • CSA 168
Music Specialist (951) 222-8295 Jennifer Lawson • Landis PAC Box Office Coordinator (951) 222-8223 |
Lupe Delgadillo • CAK 101
Academic Counselor (951) 222-8439 Rosalina Hernandez • STVR 104 Educational Advisor (951) 222-8452 |
Support For Students
Riverside City College knows deciding your future can be confusing –– because you have so many options. We're here to provide you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions.
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Stover Engagement Center
Stover Music Hall, STVR 114 • (951) 222-8452 MON & WED: 8:30 am – 10:30 am / 12:30 pm – 4 pm TUE & THU: 8:30 am – 9:45 am // 2 pm – 4 pm FRI: 8:30 am – 12 pm Coil Engagement Center Coil School for the Arts MON & WED: 12 pm – 3 pm THU: 10 am – 12 pm |
FPA Counseling/Advising
Stover Music Hall, STVR 104 • (951) 222-8452 Rosalina Hernandez, Educational Advisor |
RCC Career & Transfer Center
Kane Building, CAK First Floor • (951) 222-8446 MON-FRI: 8 am – 5 pm |
Articulation
Articulation is the process of developing a formal, written agreement that identifies courses (or sequences of courses) on a “sending” campus that are comparable to, or acceptable in lieu of, specific course requirements at a “receiving” campus. Successful completion of an articulated course assures the student and the faculty that the student has taken the appropriate course, received the necessary instruction and preparation, and that similar outcomes can be assured.
Riverside City College has articulation agreements with the California State University (CSU), University of California (UC), and many private universities. Completing an articulated course for a specific major or for general education enables students to fulfill a university requirement for admission and/or graduation while at Riverside City College prior to transfer.
Articulation agreements between Riverside City College and the CSU and UC campuses can be found at www.assist.org.
What is ASSIST?
ASSIST (Articulation System Stimulating Interinstitutional Student Transfer) is the official repository of articulation for California's public colleges and universities that displays reports of how course credits earned at a community college can be applied when transferred to a California State University or University of California campus.
Transfer Planning
Successful transfer planning involves completing articulated courses for general education and major preparation based on the university that you would like to transfer to. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with a counselor to develop a Student Educational Plan.
Riverside City College has articulation agreements with the California State University (CSU), University of California (UC), and many private universities. Completing an articulated course for a specific major or for general education enables students to fulfill a university requirement for admission and/or graduation while at Riverside City College prior to transfer.
Articulation agreements between Riverside City College and the CSU and UC campuses can be found at www.assist.org.
What is ASSIST?
ASSIST (Articulation System Stimulating Interinstitutional Student Transfer) is the official repository of articulation for California's public colleges and universities that displays reports of how course credits earned at a community college can be applied when transferred to a California State University or University of California campus.
Transfer Planning
Successful transfer planning involves completing articulated courses for general education and major preparation based on the university that you would like to transfer to. Students are strongly encouraged to meet with a counselor to develop a Student Educational Plan.
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PLAN A
Riverside Community College District General Education For students pursuing an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree at Riverside City College who do not want to transfer to a university. Students completing an ADT need to follow CSU GE or IGETC. |
PLAN B
California State University General Education For students who would like to transfer to a campus in the California State University (CSU) system. |
PLAN C
Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum For students who would like to transfer to a campus in either the California State University (CSU) or University of California (UC) system. Some of the UC campuses do not accept or recommend IGETC for certain majors. |
Private & Out-of-State University Agreements
California's fully accredited independent colleges and universities provide a host of options at undergraduate, graduate and professional levels for students planning to continue their education beyond community colleges.
AICCU – Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities
Certain private and out-of-state universities will accept the CSU GE or IGETC patterns. Others will not. The AICCU Transfer Guide is one resource you can use to check whether certain private universities in California accept CSU GE or IGETC. It is very important to see a counselor for assistance in selecting the right general education pattern based on your educational goals.
Students can now transfer with an ADT to dozens of private, nonprofit colleges and universities. The ADT Commitment is the Independent California College and University sector’s adaptation of the ADT pathway. While similar to the CSU ADT, there are also some differences due to the independent nature of the state’s nonprofit institutions. You can find more information including a list of participating institutions on the AICCU Transfer Website.
AICCU – Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities
Certain private and out-of-state universities will accept the CSU GE or IGETC patterns. Others will not. The AICCU Transfer Guide is one resource you can use to check whether certain private universities in California accept CSU GE or IGETC. It is very important to see a counselor for assistance in selecting the right general education pattern based on your educational goals.
Students can now transfer with an ADT to dozens of private, nonprofit colleges and universities. The ADT Commitment is the Independent California College and University sector’s adaptation of the ADT pathway. While similar to the CSU ADT, there are also some differences due to the independent nature of the state’s nonprofit institutions. You can find more information including a list of participating institutions on the AICCU Transfer Website.
RCC Promise Program
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The Riverside City College Promise Program is part of a statewide effort to provide a tuition-free community college education to students willing to enroll full-time and transfer in a timely manner. The Promise Program covers the cost of tuition, fees, and provides book assistance for individuals who are graduates of Riverside, Alvord, and Jurupa Unified School Districts.
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Education opens doors, minds, and possibilities. The Promise Program helps current-year high school graduates and first-time nontraditional college students remove barriers to pursuing an education and career goals by making it affordable. The program covers two years of tuition. The program supports students seeking a certificate of completion or the requirements needed to earn an associate degree or transfer. Additionally, the Promise Program provides additional support with textbook vouchers, counseling, and mentoring. Students must be enrolled as a full-time student to participate in the Promise Program. Students who hold to their promise of enrolling fulltime receive free tuition (even if you are not eligible for financial aid), priority registration, support for textbooks, and a dedicated support community. Certain restrictions apply.