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The minor in Music is designed for students who wish to continue their musical studies while pursuing another major. Within the required 24 upper-division units, the minor provides basic skills in music theory and first-level studies in music history and literature while still offering modest flexibility to pursue individual interests.

For the most up-to-date and comprehensive information, please consult the UCR Catalog: https://registrar.ucr.edu/registering/catalog.

As a freshman or sophomore, the student should complete MUS 030A, MUS 030B, MUS 030C (Harmony). This is a prerequisite for all later studies in the minor. Harmony has a prerequisite of MUS 001 (Introduction to Basic Musical Concepts) and MUS 010 (Advanced Fundamentals). Alternatively, students must pass a diagnostic examination at the beginning of their sophomore year and place into MUS 030 and MUS 031 or above.