Preview Night: Music Department at Clackamas Community College

JOIN US FOR CLACKAMAS COMMUNITY COLLEGE'S SPRING PREVIEW NIGHT!

Clackamas Community College invites high school/potential students and families to discover the opportunities available to students in the music department and witness the artistic talent and ingenuity that thrive here.

Take a tour of our state-of-the-art recording studio, MIDI lab, performance and classroom spaces, and see our talented faculty and students in action. Afterwards, stick around for refreshments and an a capella performance by CCC's Vocal Ensembles. As a special bonus, attendees of the preview event receive free admission to our Contempory Music Ensemble concert at 7:30 pm featuring the CCC Songwriters and special collaboration with Clackamas Wind Ensemble and Vocal Ensembles.

Don't miss this opportunity to discover the possibilities of music education at Clackamas Community College!

CCC MUSIC PROGRAMS

The Music Department at CCC offers something for everyone, and students have the opportunity to learn from and network with professional Portland-area musicians.

Our Music A.S. transfer degree prepares classical and jazz students to move on to a 4-year university. Here, students will take core academic courses such as music theory, aural skills, keyboard skills, and music notation. This affordable option is perfect for aspiring composers, conductors, music educators, and professional performers.

Our Music Performance and Technology A.A.S. degree prepares students for a career in the music business. With a focus on writing, performing, and recording music, students will learn the fundamentals of reading music, work hands-on in the recording studio, and learn the music business from professional working musicians.

Our Music Technology A.A.S. degree is designed for students pursuing careers in audio engineering, music production, and sound design. Building on the Music Technology Certificate, this program provides hands-on training in recording, mixing, and mastering, as well as electronic music production, sound for media, and live sound reinforcement. Students gain real-world experience in the recording studio, work with industry-standard software and hardware, and develop a professional portfolio to prepare for careers in music and media industries.

The Music Technology C.C. is a one-year certificate that prepares students for a career in music production. Developed for aspiring audio engineers and recording artists, students in the tech program will learn hands-on in our recording studio and MIDI lab, utilizing industry standard software and equipment. Internships at the end of the program connect students with industry pros for real-life job experience and networking.

Individual instrumental, vocal, and technology lessons connect students with top Portland-area professionals. Our instructors are working musicians and can be found at top jazz venues, professional choirs, the Oregon Symphony, and the Oregon Ballet Theater, as well as performing with many celebrity touring acts that travel through Portland. In addition to performing, our faculty are professional audio engineers for area recording artists and can be found running sound at prestigious music events, ensuring students learn directly from experts actively working in the industry.

Browse our full catalog online.

WHERE TO GO

Spring Preview Night takes place on the Oregon City Campus in the Niemeyer Center for Performing Arts. Attendees will meet in the lobby before moving into the theatre to hear from staff. Find the campus map here.

QUESTIONS?

Please email Ami Collofello at [email protected] or call 503-594-3337.

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Info: Check in at the Niemeyer Center Lobby.

Info: Students and families will head into the theatre for a brief introduction of CCC's staff and faculty.

Info: Students and families will get an up-close look at our recording studio and tracking rooms, MIDI computer lab, and practice, ensemble, and performance spaces.

Info: Enjoy light refreshments and a short performance by CCC's Chamber Choir in the lobby.

Info: Attendees are invited to enjoy a concert by the Contemporary Music Ensemble featuring a special collaboration with the Clackamas Wind Ensemble and Vocal Ensembles.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Clackamas Community College, Niemeyer Center, 19600 Molalla Avenue, Oregon City, United States