Program Summary

With dedicated, experienced faculty, the Music Program prepares students for university-level music study. This program is for those who are interested in careers in music, whether as professional musicians, singers, or educators.

Experienced musicians and vocal artists teach students skills in all aspects of musical disciplines—band and orchestra, choir, as well as individual vocal artists and instrumentalists.

There are also numerous elective options for students who want to learn more about music or participate in choral and instrumental ensembles.


Contact

Larry McCord

Larry McCord
Program Coordinator
lmccord@hillcollege.edu
254.659.7883


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Visual and Performing Arts Faculty

Instrumental Ensembles

Instrumental ensembles include Concert Band, Jazz Band, and Brass Ensemble. These groups give at least two concerts per year and also perform at various college and community activities. Membership is open to any student with previous band experience or with the approval of the director.

Vocal Ensembles

Vocal ensembles include Chorale, Vocal Ensemble, and Men’s and Women’s Ensembles. These groups give at least two concerts per year and also perform at various college and community activities. Membership is open to any student with previous choral experience or with approval of the director.

Music Major Transfer Classes 

  • Applied Music
  • Ensembles
  • Elementary Sight-singing & Ear Training
  • Techniques of Woodwind Instruments
  • Techniques of Brass Instruments
  • Techniques of Percussion Instruments
  • Vocal Diction
  • Survey of Music Literature
  • Elementary Harmony
  • Intermediate Sight-singing & Ear Training
  • Intermediate Harmony 

Applied Music 

  • Piano
  • Woodwinds
  • Brass
  • Percussion
  • Guitar
  • Voice

Non-Major Music Courses 

  • Class Guitar
  • Class Piano
  • Class Voice
  • Ensembles
  • Music Fundamentals
  • Music Appreciation
  • American Popular Music 

Scholarship Information 

Scholarships are available for both band or choir students.  Scholarships are awarded on the basis of experience, ability, and recommendations. Please return your scholarship application to the Hill College Music Department by May 1 (for the fall semester) or by November 1 (for the spring semester). 

Mail your completed form to:

  • Choir application
    • Hill College Music Dept
      Attn: Dr. Chang
      112 Lamar Drive
      Hillsboro, TX 76645
  • Band application
    • Hill College Music Dept
      Attn: Steve Hart
      112 Lamar Drive
      Hillsboro, TX 76645

 


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