The Associate in Arts for Transfer in Music prepares students with a strong base of knowledge and skills that will serve as a foundation for further study and completion of the baccalaureate degree. Students majoring in music complete a series of university-transferable courses in the areas of musicianship, music theory, individual performance, and ensemble performance. Fundamental to the study of music is the performance of music. Upon entering the program, the student declares a primary performance medium (instrument or voice) and is assigned an applied instructor with whom the student meets regularly throughout the program. In addition to individual performance, ensemble performance is fundamental for the developing musician.