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MTC101 Introduction to Music Theory 3 Credits

Designed to develop written and aural skills necessary for advanced study of music theory and skills. Recommended for music majors. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: MTC101 is an introductory course designed for those with little or no previous musical knowledge. If you are unsure of where to begin, take the Music Theory Placement Recommendation Exam at www.mc.maricopa.edu/music. Bring score printout with you to advisement. Many programs of study that require MTC101 will also accept the more advanced MTC105 as a substitute. Check with your advisor.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
15549
Dobson Campus

MU 12

In-Person
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

MoWeFr
9:00 AM – 9:50 AM

Open

8 of 22
Seats Available

15550
Dobson Campus

MU 2

In-Person
Lecture
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

TuTh
12:00 PM – 1:15 PM

Open

9 of 22
Seats Available

16246
Live Online
Live Online
Lecture
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

TuTh
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

17 of 20
Seats Available

Notes: Live Online classes have sessions that meet online on specific days and times. Attendance in these sessions will be at the discretion of the instructor, and additional work will be required on the student’s own time. Access to a computer or mobile device with Internet connection is required. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

15551
Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

Open

10 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

MTC105 Music Theory/Aural Perception I 3 Credits

The chronological study of music theory including: harmony, melody, texture, structure and timbre through analysis, original compositions and basic exercises to demonstrate musical concepts. In addition, the development of listening and performing skills through dictation, sight-singing and keyboard harmony.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101 or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: MTC105 requires the following competencies: Ability to read bass and treble clef notes, ability to draw all major and minor key signatures and scales, ability to identify all intervals, basic chord qualities and basic rhythmic patterns and meters. All music majors and others interested in MTC105 can take the Music Theory Placement Recommendation Exam at www.mc.maricopa.edu/music. Corequisite is MTC106.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
32307
Dobson Campus

MU 2

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

MoTuWeThFr
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Open

5 of 15
Seats Available

MTC130 Jazz Theory 2 Credits

Develop written and aural theory skills necessary in the jazz idiom.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (MTC101 and MTC103), or permission of Instructor.

Course Notes: MTC130 is recommended for students taking jazz improvisation, jazz composition and jazz combo.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
16949
Dobson Campus
PA 229
In-Person
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

MoWeFr
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM

Open

8 of 10
Seats Available

MTC180 Computer Literacy for Musicians 3 Credits

Instruction in basic computer literacy, including generic applications and music-specific programs with hands-on experience. Ability to read music notation required.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC101, or MTC105, or Corequisites: MTC105, or permission of Instructor.

General Education Designations: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Application [CS]

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
15721
Dobson Campus
ST28 103
In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/25/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

TuTh
8:30 AM – 9:45 AM

Open

2 of 14
Seats Available

MTC205 Music Theory III 3 Credits

The study of chromatic harmony and melody, modulation techniques and expanded chords. The analysis of formal structure.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MTC155. Corequisites: MTC206.

SUN#: MUS2222

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
16301
Dobson Campus

MU 2

In-Person
Lecture
08/24/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

MoTuWeThFr
10:00 AM – 10:50 AM

Open

16 of 30
Seats Available

MTC240 Composition 1 Credits

Private Instruction, including an introduction to the basics of music composition, stressing techniques and procedures for developing original ideas.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (MTC105 and MTC106 or equivalent) and permission of Instructor. Student must be 18 years or older.

Course Notes: MTC240 may be repeated for credit.

Class Location Delivery Dates Days Times Instructor Availability
17194
Dobson Campus

MU 2

In-Person
Lecture/Lab
08/27/2026 – 12/18/2026

Fall

Th
8:00 AM – 8:50 AM

Open

10 of 10
Seats Available