Both degrees may be used by students who wish to transfer to a four year college or university to complete the Baccalaureate in Music. The A.A. degree curriculum offers an emphasis in Fine Arts and Liberal Arts. The Alexandria campus places a high priority on performance opportunities for its students and boasts a 70 piece concert band, a 25 piece jazz ensemble and a 90 voice chorus. Class instruction includes offerings in Music Theory, History, Composition and Appreciation.
Applied instruction is offered in voice, keyboard, guitar and on all standard musical instruments.
Applied recitals are held each semester and high achievement students are featured in an Honors Recital at the conclusion of the Academic year.