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Music Central

Music Central pursues twin missions, both designed to produce creative participants and critical observers in the field of music. First, we prepare music students for successful transfer to four-year institutions. Second, we help students from all backgrounds explore their creativity, whether through introduction to great music, instruction in instrumental or vocal performance, or the study of theory and composition.

We offer a full schedule of classes, from music appreciation to advanced theory and jazz improv, including ensemble and performance courses. The curriculum is supplemented by a range of private vocal and instrumental classes. The teaching artists of our faculty are working professionals, and you'll find performers from every major ensemble in the city in our classrooms.

Classes are offered at Central's Fine Arts Center, a three-building complex that encompasses private and ensemble practice rooms, recital halls, a piano lab, and two theatres. Our electronic piano lab not only serves piano students, its advanced technology gives wings to the imagination of students in our composition and theory program.

Beyond the Classroom

Performance is a critical element of a musician's education. Music Central collaborates with the drama department on musicals, offering both voice and instrumental students a chance to shine. Clarinet choirs, guitar ensembles, chamber ensembles, all offer regular recitals, and our resident big band, Texas Jazz Central, plays at venues all over the city. We recognize that music from distant cultures can enlighten and inspire, and a busy schedule of events at the Heinen Theatre brings students music from every corner of the globe.

Through the department's Artist in Residence program, students can work with and observe professional musicians in the process of creating, rehearsing and performing. Opera To Go, Houston Grand Opera's touring wing, is a long-time partner in the program. This fruitful collaboration involving faculty, students, and one of the world's great opera companies has resulted in five world premieres rehearsed and produced on our campus.

If you have any questions, please call. We'd be happy to discuss the ways that Music Central can fit in your future. You can reach us at 713-718-6600.

Questions?
Call 713-718-6600

HCC Central College • Music
Deborah Quanaim
Department Chair
3517 Austin
Houston, TX 77004

Phone: 713.718.6600
Fax: 713.718.6601

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