Music Department

Director: Dr. Hidemi Matsushita
Phone: 303.797.5867
E-mail: hidemi.matsushita@arapahoe.edu

Mission Statement

The mission of the Music Department is to provide affordable, accessible and professional music instruction to students and members of our communities in an atmosphere that embraces academic excellence, diversity and innovation.

Listen to the ACC jazz ensemble and orchestra by starting the player found below the music logo on right side of this page.

The Music Department offers a wide variety of classes including Private Instruction in all of the following areas:

• Piano
• Voice
• Guitar
• Strings
• Winds & Percussion
• Brass
• Composition

Music industry classes for Fall 2009

Music Business MUS 167 101 Learn how the “biz” works, including making records and deals, and how to handle production, publishing, booking, and what to do about Internet music downloads. T/R 2:30-3:45

Audio Production MUS 261 101 This class covers music production in a live studio setting. Go “behind the scenes” and learn how music is recorded, mixed, equalized and edited using digital and analog technology.

We also offer courses in music fundamentals, theory, appreciation, history and world music, as well as group classes in piano, voice, and guitar.

Download our Fall 2009 Class line-up!

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We encourage all types of
music in our department.

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Performance Dates:
All performances scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. unless otherwise indicated.

• ACC Choir/Vocal Ensemble: December 7, 2009 and May 3, 2010
• ACC String Orchestra: December 2, 2009 and May 5, 2010
• ACC Jazz Ensemble: December 4, 2009 and May 7, 2010
• ACC Musicals/Opera Scenes: April 29, 2010

ACC Music Department now offers an Associate Degree in Music! Download Program Requirements from the ACC catalog.

ACC Music Department Testimonials

I was very nervous when I signed up for my first voice lessons at Arapahoe Community College, but the teachers were so friendly and I had so much fun, that I quickly felt at home in the music department. I strongly recommend participating in the music program to anyone interested in pursuing music as a career or to anyone who just enjoys music as a hobby. My only regret is that I could only spend two years in the music department at Arapahoe Community College.

Christina M. Uhl
ACC Class of 2007

My name is Shelby Flowers, and I attended classes at ACC while I was a junior and senior in high school.  After graduating from Rock Solid High School at the end of May, I plan to attend Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN with a full ride, pursuing a Musical Arts degree in Piano Performance.  From “Music Theory II” to “Masterpieces of Literature” to Dr. Mat’s animated “Music Appreciation” class to playing with Professor Lewis’ electrifying jazz band, I had a great experience at ACC and one that prepared me in numerous ways for whatever lies ahead.  I will never forget the meaningful relationships I’ve formed with students, teachers, and everyone in between (namely the seasoned players who dedicate time and amazing talent to the jazz band!) Thank you, ACC, for how you’ve come alongside me and helped me to become a confident and capable musician and scholar!

Shelby Flowers
 

Special Thanks to the Arapahoe Philharmonic: our partner for the Arapahoe Philharmonic’s Youth Orchestra, helping youth to earn college ensemble credit while playing in the orchestra!