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Music Program Information

Courses

The music curriculum is designed to provide a thorough and high-quality course of study for the transferring music major, as well as opportunities for students in other fields to learn about music through courses and through participation in performing groups. Courses offered in the music curriculum meet major transfer requirements, and many also meet general education requirements in the arts and/or humanities. The curriculum includes courses in music performance, theory, history, and appreciation, as well as a variety of fine vocal and instrumental ensembles.

Welcome to Music

Music was among the first academic programs offered at Irvine Valley College. The first performances were given in December of 1979. Since that time the department has grown and remains one of the college’s most high profile and active departments. The department offers courses that enable students to both make and create music, and to better understand it. We offer courses in the appreciation and, courses in the theory and composition, and courses in the performance. We have six performing ensembles rehearsing weekly and presenting concerts several times a year.

Backstage Crew

Opportunities

Participation in backstage crew is open to all students and community members. Crew members are an essential part of the production team and serve as stagehands, dressers, make-up technicians, lighting operators, and audio/video technicians. No prior experience is required.

The department of theater does a season of four or five productions each year. We typically do one musical and one straight play each semester. Occasionally we do productions in the summer.

Auditions

Students in the Theater Arts program have the opportunity to take classes from, as well as be in productions guided by, industry professionals who can guide the student toward discovering a new career path or enriching an existing goal of continued training and experience in the theater arts.​​​

IVC Grad’s Career Crescendos with Oscar-Winning Film

Raul Vega

Whether it’s the indelible, escalating musical intensity of Dunkirk, or the refined racket of Arrakis on Dune, you’ve probably had your mind blown by the work of Irvine Valley College grad Raul Vega.

As digital instrument creator for legendary film composer Hans Zimmer, Vega has contributed to such memorable scores as Interstellar, Dunkirk, and most recently, Academy Award Best Original Score-winner Dune. With more than 30 TV and film credits to his name in less than 10 years, the IVC alum’s early career is playing out on the highest of notes.

Online Math Classes

Are you interested in taking math classes online?

The following math classes are offered online:

  • Math 8: College Algebra
  • Math 10: Introductory Statistics
  • Math 124
  • Math 2 *hybrid
  • Math 3A *hybrid
  • Math 3B *hybrid

Online classes are NOT for every student.

Mathematics Program Information

Courses

The Mathematics Department at Irvine Valley College offers a wide range of courses to meet the varied needs of students pursuing their academic and vocational goals. The department offers a comprehensive curriculum for students who plan to transfer to four-year colleges and universities. In addition, the department offers developmental courses taught in a variety of formats. Students can enroll in these courses for personal enrichment and/or to get ready to take courses at the college level.

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